Hi folks, as promised an update:-
Reported gearbox noise to dealer, referred by dealer to warranty company, referred to Nationwide Autos for inspection.
Nationwide autos reported slight noise in 4th and 5th gear, low oil level in gearbox no evidence of leak. They have offered to remove the gearbox and strip it down to find the problem. If it's mechanical failure I should be ok, if it's wear and tear it will cost me £150 for the diagnosis.
The mechanic advised me that it was almost certainly wear and tear, that it was unlikely that the gearbox would fail and that I should just turn the radio up! I asked about the cost to me of a strip and repair and was advised £750.
The car is 7 months old, has been driven 3,700 miles since purchase (now has
35,000 on clock) and is otherwise fine. I am thinking that the gearbox oil level should have been checked as part of the pdi / pre sale service and that the level has been low since purchase thus resulting in gearbox damage, am I resonable in expecting the dealer to take responsibility for sorting this out?I purchased the car from Direct Cars at Sheffield
Looks like you were right about the gearbox oil level stuffed!
Thanks Andy.