I purchased a 2000 Eldorado used 3 weeks agao with 83,000 miles. I am in LOVE with this car, but, I have a concern and was wondering if anyone can PLEASe help. When the car is at an idol, it has a slight white smoky steamlike coming out of exhaust....although I live in very cold temp's (32 degrees) Occaisionally a sweet smell of anti-freeze. I am wondering if this is normal for the northstar engine????? Could this be a leaky headgasket?? I hope not and if it could be how much do you think repairs would be? Thanks so much for responding. I really appreciate it!

Oh! Does anyone know the rules on the lemon law or could help direct me in the proper dirction...Thanks!

 

Used car laws vary from state to state. If car was bought as-is you have no recourse. Contact seller about concerns, if was a dealer - contact BBB, Local Consumer Protection, and Lawyer in either case before 30 days. For concern have CO test on cooling system to check for blown head gaskets. Cost of head gasket repair varies depending on your area, but expensive, worst case new engine - very expensive.

 

Thanks....so much for the info. I di not buy as is..so that is good. If anyone else has anymore answers for me in regards to a 2000 Eldorado and whether or not they have had these same problems..would appreciate it!