Question about a CARFAX entry. Positive news or a red flag?

Looking at a 2018 Audi SQ5 3.0T. The dealership that is selling it acquired it in July of 2025. Two months ago in June of 2026 they did a major service on it. The following items were replaced… * Cylinder head gasket * Front crankshaft oil seal * Rear crankshaft oil seal * Intake manifold gasket * Oil cooler seal * Timing chain * Timing chain tensioner * Valve lifters * Water pump * Water pump gasket What I’m wondering is if this is a case where they tried to sell the car, couldn’t, the work needed to be done, and they decided to cut their losses and do the…

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