There is smoke coming from the engine?

Tiny
DOMWILSON15
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  • 1995 BUICK LESABRE
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Hi. I recently brought a car off someone whos died. The family member who sold me the car said the guy always took care of it. It runs but im not really driving it because I want to get it fixed up. But when I start the car and open fhe hood. The theres smoke coming from the engine. Like its burning oil or something what does that mean
Monday, February 2nd, 2015 AT 5:08 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That could be from many things. It could be oil or coolant burning from a leak, an exhaust leak, wire or other item melting. Does it have a specific smell to it?
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Monday, February 2nd, 2015 AT 5:12 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like the valve cover are leaking which is common, here is a guide to help you find the oil leak.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-is-leaking-oil

Here is how to change out the valve cover gaskets in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Let us know what you find.
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