Damp Roadster

[RCR10]

Was viewing a roadster today and did the vital carpet check behind the seats. The drivers side was really damp but the passenger side wasn't. I know it is not a good sign, but if one side is dry and the other isn't is that still ok? Oh must add the dealer said that it was hand cream that caused it lol

[lil.smartie]

Re: Damp Roadster

It does make sense for the drivers side door seal to fail 1st, it's the door used most, the seal can easily get kicked getting in & out each time too.

Kate

[westcoaster]

Re: Damp Roadster

The 'vital' leak check on a roadster is under the carpet in the driver's footwell, that's an indication of a possible bulkhead leak.

A leak behind the driver's seat is likely to be roof related, see TR.n leak guides.

[problemchild1976]

Re: Damp Roadster

Or the comprehensive guides and solutions on www.my452.co.uk which is a fresh and dynamic site with a huge techical background stretching back to the first days of smart

JJ

[davros7760]

Re: Damp Roadster

milk it, why don't you?

[problemchild1976]

Re: Damp Roadster

i know - just copying the long running site

If you want to meet with other roadster owners on the UK's largest Smart Roadster specific online community, come and say hello at The Roadster.Net

[Evilution]

Re: Damp Roadster

It's the leak into the driver's side that causes the most problems. If the car works when you buy it (check ALL the electrics), the dealer will give you some sort of warranty, you have a garage to stick it in and don't mind working on it then get it. The guide for checking and sealing the fault is on my452.co.uk

[madDan]

Re: Damp Roadster

Why is an experienced Roadster owner asking such questions? surely you know where all the info is available?