Oil leakage

Tiny
MARK GHAITH
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  • 2001 BMW 530I
  • 0.5L
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 141,000 MILES
Hello, I am thinking of buying a used car (listed above). When I looked at the car today I found out that there is some oil leakage near the right front wheel. The car runs great and everything works fine. Do you think this car is worth buying? Thank you
Friday, July 14th, 2017 AT 12:05 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
  • MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
  • 54,144 POSTS
Hello,

That depends on where you oil is coming from here is a guide to help you find out.

Get a picture if you can would really help us.

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

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
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Friday, July 14th, 2017 AT 6:42 PM

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