Hi,

I recently purchased a 93 Honda Civic on the very cheap end of the scale. In
general the vehical seems very good except for the following issue.

When the engine is started a scratching noise is heard, on inspection it
appears to be coming from the left side of the engine. This seems to occur
when the car is at a low speed or when the car is stationary.

I will be taking it to a mechanic next week, but i was wondering if anyone
may be able to give some ideas as to why this may be happening? What is
involved in getting repaired? Expected costs?

Thanks
Matthew