2024 Ecoboost Prepurchase Inspection?

[Hokies2026!]

Should I get a prepurchase inspection from an independent mechanic on a 24 vert with 20K (private owner from a dealer)? It's still under factory warranty. I will be adding an oil catch can, swapping the low pressure fuel sensor out and maybe some sort of GDI cleaning. I am worried the car might Ecoboom after reading & videos on the topic. TBH I am used to driving Japanese cars with little to no outside of the norm maintenance. I did have a 0 lightly modified 07 GT with the 4.6 and never had any problems. I have zero plans to mod the Ecoboost. Thanks for the input/thoughts.

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[Alan Applegate]

I understand the reasoning to add an oil catch can. But remember, the Eco-Boost does use both direct and port injection. That fact all but eliminates carbon build up on the intake valves. That said, if you're going to race it (bad idea really) then by all means.

Catch cans do collect garbage from the crank case. That garbage is then returned to the combustion chamber to be burnt. All said and good. Catch it, them toss it in the trash can, doesn't recycle it. Choose your poison.

 

[aoudmust]

Yes, it is strongly recommended to have the car inspected by a qualified independent mechanic, even if it is still under factory warranty.

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