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I have a dilemma. My Alto 1.1 VXI 2001 model is now 15 years old but still doing pretty well. The engine has never been opened nor the gearbox, the fan belts are still the original, the body has been repainted once, tyres changed 6 times, shockers 4 times, drive shafts 3 times, the original wiring is still intact and it has clocked more that 1.0 lakh kilometers over mud, slush, rural roads, potholes etc on my tours.
There are no creaks thumps or odd sounds while driving till this day, is as smooth as ever and has never broken down. In short it is still pretty much as original as the day I bought it. However pulling has come down and mobil consumption has gone up.
Should I go in for a half engine as per what my local mechanic says, or change only the head gasket, or buy a new car? Truth be told I have grown fond of the car but am also concerned that if a half engine is installed it may not be the same. Request advice on what would be the best option.
There are no creaks thumps or odd sounds while driving till this day, is as smooth as ever and has never broken down. In short it is still pretty much as original as the day I bought it. However pulling has come down and mobil consumption has gone up.
Should I go in for a half engine as per what my local mechanic says, or change only the head gasket, or buy a new car? Truth be told I have grown fond of the car but am also concerned that if a half engine is installed it may not be the same. Request advice on what would be the best option.