What can be the cause of white smoke coming out of the exhaust when idle and accelerating?
My 1996 Celica has been stationary and not in use for about 8 months, but has had its oil and coolant changed as well as a new radiator about 6 months ago. I placed the battery in it today and started to drive around and it seemed fine, however when I have it parked and get outside and look, there is a very obvious thin white fume coming out and it becomes worse when I hold the accelerator down.
The smell is a petrol/burning smell (obviously).
The engine temperature is good and right bang is in the middle of the gauge.
(1). What are the possible causes? Is it definitely a issue? Is it to do with being stationary for so long?
(2). If taken to a mechanic and it is one of the problems, what is the cheapest something like this would cost and what’s the worst case scenario/price?