there is smoke coming from the engine?

1995 BUICK LESABRE
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DOMWILSON15
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Hi. I recently brought a car off someone whos died. The family member who sold me the car said the guy always took care of it. It runs but im not really driving it because i want to get it fixed up. But when i start the car and open fhe hood. The theres smoke coming from the engine. Like its burning oil or something what does that mean
Feb 1, 2015 at 9:08 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That could be from many things. It could be oil or coolant burning from a leak, an exhaust leak, wire or other item melting... Does it have a specific smell to it?
Feb 1, 2015 at 9:12 PM
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STRAILER
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It sounds like the valve cover are leaking which is common, here is a guide to help you find the oil leak.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-is-leaking-oil

Here is how to change out the valve cover gaskets in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Let us know what you find.
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