Vectra B SRI 2.6 oil leak?? HELP!!!

[Olli Bishop]

Hi guys im new to pistonheads!
I recently bought a 2,6sri vectra B Eco-tec
i only got 28days warranty as its 100,000 mile car - FSH and had headgasket & cambelt at 60,000.

I have found an oil leak running down the gasket between the engine and gearbox, i cleaned it off - drove 30 miles and there is fresh oil following the gasket again...

anyone had this problem before? the leak seems to be coming from up high but im no mechanic...

Should i return the car?? i only paid £750 but its in great condition and drives superbly (i dont want her to go!)

please help!

[twink]

Sounds like a rocker cover gasket. Not too hard to change. I'd take it back seen as it's only a pretty quick thing for them to do. Easier on the 4 cylinder ones though.