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RL_Mutt t1_iyd8ywn wrote

If it’s just the subframe, get onto LKQ’s website and try to find a junked Focus of a similar year. Their pick and pull yards are: Baltimore (Erdman ave), Mt. Airy, Hawkins Pt. and Edgewood.

It’ll take some time and effort but you may luck out and be able to find one in better shape for a much cheaper price than from Ford.

You’ll still have to pay for someone to drop the old one and bolt everything up to the new one and install it, but you’ll save some cash that way.

Also a good tip: Pay for a Pre-Purchase inspection for any vehicle you’re looking to buy. $100-$150 will go a long way to prevent this kind of headache. Good luck!

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baltimorecalling t1_iydlygw wrote

I believe it's the sellers job to have it inspected before selling in Maryland.

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wer410 t1_iydo03r wrote

If the car is sold "as is" it is the buyer's responsibility to have it inspected. Almost all private sales are "as is" unless stated otherwise in the sales contract

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RL_Mutt t1_iydnqyt wrote

I’m not talking about a state inspection, I’m talking about a private, pre-purchase inspection at a trusted mechanic. It’s a good way to both see if there are any major issues with the car, and have a little bargaining chip if it needs work.

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Promit t1_iydorm7 wrote

Only if you’re buying it from a registered dealership in MD. Not if it’s out of state or if it’s private sale.

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