Thank you for the informations, actually, i plan to have a mechanic look, after that, can decide about the purchase.Welcome! It looks nice... at least on the outside. Look underneath at the front and rear crossmembers and check them for excessive rust. Some Patriots had crossmembers severely rust, compromising the suspension. Mine are nearly rust free after 5 Buffalo, NY winters, so they don't all rust. also, ask the previous owner if/when the transmission fluid/filters were changed, they should be changed at least every 100,000Km (don't believe the owners manual), as it has the CVT transmission. I would highly advise anyone buying a used vehicle to have a mechanic look it over first, just to make sure there's nothing major wrong with it... better safe than sorry.
This ^^^^Welcome! It looks nice... at least on the outside. Look underneath at the front and rear crossmembers and check them for excessive rust. Some Patriots had crossmembers severely rust, compromising the suspension. Mine are nearly rust free after 5 Buffalo, NY winters, so they don't all rust. also, ask the previous owner if/when the transmission fluid/filters were changed, they should be changed at least every 100,000Km (don't believe the owners manual), as it has the CVT transmission. I would highly advise anyone buying a used vehicle to have a mechanic look it over first, just to make sure there's nothing major wrong with it... better safe than sorry.
Nice catch, Sandstone. In my experience a tire shop will replace it for $70-80USD.And why is the tire pressure indicator on? Is there a flat tire? Bad sensor?
Thank you, i'll keep your precious notes for checking with the mechanical guy.Welcome to the site!
At that age and that many KMs. There are two things you need to consider:
1) Transmission fluid and filters should be changed. Ideally at 50-60,000 miles (80-90,000 km). Presuming it hasn't been done, make that a priority. There is no way to effectively check for transmission problems other than listening for a howling bearing or feeling it slip while accelerating.
2) Check the subframe for rust. While most Patriots are solid, a few have had problems and subsequent failure. Even if repair is required, while certainly a major repair, its likely in the $1200USD range.
I think the asking price for yours is low, so maybe the present owner is compensating for a defect. Those are the likely defects, but in any event whenever purchasing a used vehicle, have a competent mechanic look it over for you. For that price you know you've not buying something new so soon you will discover why the previous owner is selling it -- that is typical with any older car. Again, I think your price is a bargain -- I wouldn't sell my 2014 with double those miles for double that price!
I've had two Patriots. My first went for 10 years and 275,000 miles. I did not change the CVT fluid in my first and the tranny failed at 110,000 miles. I consider that premature. The replacment went to 270,000 miles which to me is an acceptable distance, and the tranny began to slip. In both cases, Jeep replaced it under the lifetime warranty. Aside from that I had very few repairs. I had a break in the engine harness around 200,000 miles and my dealer was able to diagnose and replace it. My struts and throttle body both went past 200,000 miles which I consider very long-lived.
Presently we've got a 2014 Patriot that just had its first repair at 130,000 miles (left front wheel bearing). Original brakes went past 100,000 miles on both vehicles though I consider brakes a normal wear & tear item like tires and windshield wipers.
So good luck with your Patriot! I hope to see you around the threads.![]()
Thank you, actually, i tried the brakes and it look great.This ^^^^
And why is the tire pressure indicator on? Is there a flat tire? Bad sensor?
Give the suspension the "bounce" test, see if the struts are good. Are any struts leaking? Any creaking?
Is the back sagging due to worn upper control arms or weak springs?
Ball joints good?
CV axle boots have grease on them?
Any vibration when driving it? Clicking when turning? Pulling to one side? Un-even tire wear?
How's the brakes?
Any fluid leaks?
Ok, thanks. 2wd explains in part the lower price.UDPDATE
Hi guys,
i made the mechanical analysis and a lot of points appears and need to be fixed :
- Tie Rod
-Table
-Control Arm
-wheel alignment
some photos for the mechanical visit.
i need your advices about this deal, the repair fix between 600 and 700$
@Sandstone it's a 2wd.
Table is canadian term, it mean Suspension control arm .If that's all that it needs then I'd say buy it. That's all minor stuff, and I would consider that typical wear. What are you referring to as a table? That's a term that I haven't heard apply to cars before.
The front cross member has a good bit of rust on it,typical for it's age and your environment. As long as it's solid and not rusted through it's no problem.
yes, he said that too about the subframe, majority of 2010 car have this problem.Ok, thanks. 2wd explains in part the lower price.
Biggest issue I see is subfame rust. I would check it very closely; if it's not rusted through anywhere then it's usable for now.
Yearly application of fluid film to the sub-frame/crossmembers inside and out won't repair the damage, but will slow the rust down and buy you some time.
You're welcome.yes, he said that too about the subframe, majority of 2010 car have this problem.
Thank you.