Credov's researched list of the 2 faults the Suzuki Swift ZC71S is known for (2005–2010), 1 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
What to look for: Listen in neutral for a whirr that stops when you press the clutch, and whine in 1st/2nd on the drive.
Why it matters: A worn input-shaft bearing gets steadily louder and can fail completely, and owners report a rebuild is expensive; this manual gearbox has no cheap part-swap fix once the bearing has let go.
Typical repair: NZ$1,500–NZ$3,000 in New Zealand · A$1,550–A$3,090 in Australia
What to look for: Lift the boot floor and check the spare-wheel well for standing water, damp carpet, rust or a musty smell.
Why it matters: A leak left alone rusts the spare-wheel well and boot floor and can ruin carpets and wiring in the boot. Finding and sealing every entry point is fiddly, so it is worth knowing before you buy.
Typical repair: NZ$150–NZ$600 in New Zealand · A$150–A$620 in Australia
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.