What happens to a car left undriven?

[JamB]

i just wondering what happens to a car (not new) thats left undriven for a few years.

do things like Corrosion happen?
something happens to the quality of the oil?

im pretty noob, my friend told me its not good to buy a car thats been sitting unused for along time, i would just like to know what u guys know about it

[Geekstar]

flat battery.

[hoonda]

Moving parts will seize- this includes brakes, steering, cams, pistons etc
electrics/wiring will corrode
animals/wasps/ants etc will nest in places they shouldnt
rubber pipes will deteriorate
outdoors- weather damage

starting to get the picture?

[xtc.thai]

brake disc will also rust but thats not a big issue lol

[bigjo5]

obviolsy the batterie would die and some corrosion would build up ..and ur seals like front seal, rear seal, cam seals would all be harden and start to leaak since they havent been lubricated by the engine, and so as the water pump and timing belt, so u would most likley get a full service and change all the belts and seals. and yes u should chagne ur oil ..

[AsH_]

my battery just died...

lucky i keep a spare at my place...

[Bayani]

I hope you prop it up on wood, and not leave it on the concrete.

As for years of neglect.

Rust, seizing of moving parts.

Engine especially bad.

[JamB]

ah ok so u guys wouldnt recommend buying a car thats been left for awhile unused?

[V_tec 4 life]

if you are just get EVERYTHING cheaked over man so you know what your getting your self into ... i wouldnt buy a car that has been undriven for a few years simply couse i cant be stuffed to replace everything ...but the choice is up to you