Is this an engine oil leak? 2010 Honda Accord. Can you tell if this an engine that'll have a problem

zackpark

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isellhondas

I don't see an oil leak . Just a lot of dust and dirt.

Hondas typically never seem to develop oil leaks. Maybe an oil pan gasket after 200,000 miles.

zackpark

Thank you very much, isellhondas.
I thought the black smudges below and around the engine oil cap was oil residue.

isellhondas

It may have been spilled during an oil change?

zackpark

would you say the engine looks good? I am thinking of buying the car as used.

stever

It's cheap insurance to pay $100 for a pre-purchase inspection.

zackpark

Thank you, stever. Do you know any websites or ways to find pre-purchase inspection mechanic?

stever

Best bet is to ask around - maybe approach some Honda owners at the gas pumps and ask for suggestions.

Websites - well there's plenty of review sites like Yelp. Maybe RepairPal. I understand Pep Boys does inspections if there's one in your area, but I'd prefer to find a local shop specializing in Hondas. Or just take it to a dealer. They should be able to pull up repair and maintenance records from the VIN too.

Figure an hour of shop time, so that's where my $100 came from. Could be more or less.