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That’s great to hear!!! Thanks for coming back with the update definitely helps people like me who are still deciding.

Final update from me the RAV4 was delivered to my workplace today and I’m absolutely over the moon with it. If anyone else is sitting on the fence about Whelan Transport, I can honestly say my experience has been spot on from start to finish. Merry Xmas all !!!

Worth mentioning as well with the UK bank fraud protection rules, payments FPS are covered up to £85,000. It’s not something you want to rely on, but it does add an extra safety net when paying by bank transfer.

Morning everyone. I bought a 2021 Peugeot 3008 from Whelan Transport about three weeks ago. I won’t lie making a bank transfer without seeing the car first was nerve-racking. But I spoke to their office several times and they explained everything clearly. Payment went into a segregated business account, and the car was prepared and checked before dispatch. Delivery took 9 days, two days later than initially planned, but they kept me updated the whole time. Car arrived exactly as described.

Please keep us posted I would love to hear a real outcome before pulling the trigger myself on one of their vehicle listed on eBay

Quick update I’ve paid them this morning and everything looks straightforward so far. Feeling a bit nervous now that it’s real, but also cautiously optimistic. Fingers crossed.

I'd want to add another thought If I buy another car from them, I'll probably used their delivery option rather than flying over.

Really glad I found this thread I am currently looking at a 2023 Volvo XC60 Whelan Transport got listed on eBay. I’ve checked their registration, reviews, even rang their office everything checks out. Still sending that kind of money before seeing the car in person definitely makes you hesitate.

I actually flew over from Belfast last month to look at a Tucson Ultimate they had advertised. When I arrived, I was met by a guy called Brian, who walked me through the process and let me take the car out for a short drive. The unit is about 10 minutes from George Best Airport so it was easy enough. Sorted payment the same day.

Same here never heard of them until now but after looking around online, there seem to be quite a few independent mentions. I’m not rushing into anything either, but so far it looks legitimate.

I get the concern, @dave783. I did a bit of background digging myself after seeing one of their ads. Whelan Transport has been registered for years and shows up properly on Companies House. I also called their sales team out of curiosity and got a professional response which is more than you can say for a any scammers

Personally I’d still be wary! Prices that far below average always ring alarm bells for me I’ve seen plenty of cases where people pay first and regret it later. If they won’t allow a viewing or proper paperwork checks, I’d walk away.

I haven’t bought a car from them myself but I do know someone who is worked alongside their transport team on freight job and from what I’ve heard, they’re a long standing logistics company and only recently branched into repossessed vehicle sales through auction sources. Not saying jump straight in but they’re definitely a real outfit not some pop-up page.

Hi all, Hope it’s okay to ask here, I’ve been searching for a newer car and came across a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid listed on Gumtree by Whelan Transport, based in Belfast and what caught my attention is the price it’s roughly £6000 under market value which immediately made me cautious. According to the listing, it’s a loan repossession, which would explain the discount but with the amount of scams going around lately, I’d rather check first. Has anyone here actually bought a car from Whelan Transport, or dealt with them before? Any help would be great

The additional oil changes are essential. One of my vehicles has had oil changes every 12 months, although only accumulating 1,700 miles. However, I prioritise the MOT and oil and filter replacement while it is on the ramp, with other filters replaced as needed.

Well done, may the enduring diesel engine thrive.

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The longevity of servicing has been exemplary for the makers...

The engine is exceptionally clean, resembling others that have undergone consistent oil changes. Numerous instances of sludge accumulation have been observed in several vehicles, even those with mileage well below 100,000 miles. It clearly demonstrates that long-life servicing is completely fallacious.

Although my car is now mechanically in optimal condition, the money expenditure was irrational (several thousand pounds). I possess an automobile that is relatively well-maintained (considering its 200,000 kilometres) and appears unlikely to malfunction in the near future. Additionally, being Euro 5, it is significantly easier to maintain than a Euro 6 vehicle. Acquiring a newer vehicle in such excellent technical condition would either necessitate 1) purchasing a new automobile or 2) experiencing extraordinary fortune in the used car market. This amount far exceeds the car's value, and insurance companies will not recognise it as having any worth in the event of a claim. Nonetheless, it operates exceptionally well.

The sump is remarkably clean immediately following its removal, considering it has accumulated over 200,000 kilometres. The upper section appeared pristine, devoid of tarnish or muck.

Upon evaluating other alternatives, I opted for lunacy. I invested money in an engine refurbishment for my 210,000-mile F31 320D, including a new timing chain, oil pump service with sump removal, walnut blasting, cam cover replacement, water system overhaul (pump, thermostat, various hoses, tank, radiator), pulleys, DPF flex pipe and an additional ZF gearbox service. Several discoveries: A regimen of consistent and proactive oil changes has yielded benefits. The oil pump remains in excellent shape and was not replaced; the turbo is in wonderful condition, and the engine inside is exceptionally clean. The garage that has serviced it for me over the last years has evidently performed the task correctly. Nonetheless, the maximum lifespan for the timing chain is 210,000 miles. The previous one was deteriorated, exhibiting greater wear laterally than longitudinally, which poses a greater risk of unexpected snagging and snapping; hence, it was unequivocally time for a replacement. The N47 has performed admirably. The water system required replacement, however the radiator itself was not particularly problematic (it was replaced anyway for assurance). An earlier EGR replacement 100,000 miles ago (to preempt the recall not being conducted on older vehicles), extensive long-distance travel, and the avoidance of low-quality fuel have led to negligible carbon accumulation over the past 100,000 miles (refer to the photographs below). The walnut blast was unnecessary, although I opted to have it performed while I was there. The outcome: it is currently a 215,000-mile vehicle, operating with remarkable smoothness.

The issue may lie with the oil solenoid itself, which could be worn internally. The link below contains extensive information on the B48 engine, which shares a similar design but is missing one cylinder compared to yours. It illustrates the solenoid bolts and how the gauze fails; when it does, it directs the gauze towards the sprocket. It is unlikely for it to move in the opposite direction, as oil pressure ranging from 40 to 80 psi propels it one way. To be candid, the B series engines present significantly more challenges during maintenance. The vehicle referenced in the link adhered strictly to the manual, except for the injector replacements. Upon removal, the owner noted a fuel odour and observed a mark on the injector seat to rail. BMW typically replaces the injectors when servicing chains. A colleague at BMW expressed surprise that I managed to extract all four injectors without breaking or damaging them, as each required careful handling and took approximately an hour to remove gently. This vehicle had 118,000 miles; the chain was worn, and the sprockets were in poor condition. The timing ring on the inlet cam was discovered to be loose when heated, resulting in the erosion of the location groove. Additionally, a coolant leak was identified due to the degradation of the plastic oil filter housing caused by age and heat. A colleague at BMW mentioned that the normal cost for chain replacement is approximately $4,000. The last one I completed was half that amount, utilising original equipment parts from INA. INA is imprinted on authentic projects adjacent to the BMW stamp. The INA full kit from Mpd is priced at about fifty percent less than the equivalent kit from BMW, although including identical components manufactured in the same location.