Cam Belt ? any help appreciated....

[bembo67]

just brought an astra off an elderly gent,he has looked after it very well,its a minter,only 55k from new (1997),and has always had it fully serviced by main dealer,but dont think he has had cam belt changed,is there a specific milage to do this?,or best to get it done as age of the vehicle?
thank you in advance,
Andy.

[WELSHYORKIE]

would get it changed as soon as if you think it hasn't been changed. Although if itr was serviced at a main dealer I would have thought it would have been done. If it has the service book with it you will know where it's been serviced ring them up and ask them.

[bensmum]

Replacing the cam belt is a relatively cheap job, part is very inexpensive but if it goes it will probably write off the engine so, given the mileage, I would say better be safe than sorry and get it done

[Toureman]

If it's never been renewed it is now well overdue on time and mileage, Approx £70 for renewing or £1000 repair if it snaps!

Your choice.

[SpikeyBush]

Yes cheap as chips to have the cam belt done on that engine. If in any doubt get it done. Now.