cracks near the strut tower?

[thatphysicsguy]

I'm looking at an '88 325is and the owner says there some cracking around the strut tower.

Is this a huge red flag? or is it something that can be fixed relatively easily? (by someone with welding skills of course)

[jlevie]

That rather depends on where the cracks are and why they are there.

[roguetoaster]

Cracking just indicates body stress in that area, and as you know, all oldish and most new cars flex substantially. I would say if there is rust under the cracked panel filler (which would be painted body color) then it may be a serious issue.

I will assume you are talking about cracks at the base front of the tower, which are common, a PITA to fix if needed, but not a fatal issue, of course if you can see daylight through the crack run!

[thatphysicsguy]

great, thanks for the advice!