Re: Oil question

"gandissy" wrote...

> "P & H Macguire" wrote...

>>I have just purchased a one-year-old Focus 1.6 TDCi.  I was assured it
had 
>>had an oil change, but on checking the dipstick, I noticed that the oil 
>>was black. I have been told by the dealer that this is normal with 
>>diesels; can anyone comment on this?
>>
>> Regards and thanks in advance
>>
>> Pat Macguire

> I'd agree with the dealer.

  You're probably right, but since the buyer will never know for sure, the

cost of an oil change now offers a lot of peace of mind for a tiny 
incremental increase above the price just paid for the vehicle.

Craig