unless he is using another measure, the statement is simply wrong. i cant say if he is just misinformed or deliberately lying. if the numbers are psi, they are very low for a diesel. just above the minimum. so if i decide a person is lying i usually would simply move on and find a car that is honest and an owner who is too.

i would assume that the minimum from the book represents a figure below which it becomes difficult to start the engine reliably. so if you buy that car there is not a lot of life left in it, but it might start and drive pretty well. if you live in a warm climate it might be ok for you. on a diesel, when they get worn they become hard to start but often run fine once started. it is less critical if in a warm climate.

good luck.

tom w

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