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Collection only from Birmingham... Slam Panel ....£25 Rear top clear lights ...£25 Door seals ...£10 Fuse box with relays ...£20 Heater Fan - £10 Late spec Headlight Switch (broken but can be repaired, see guide on forum) - £15 Have other bits in the garage too... I'll update the post once I get chance to check

I've heard good things about Vredestein Ultrac Sessantas.. Only thing is, I can only find them in 225 45 18 and not 225 40 18....any of you guys had much experience with this make of tyre ? If only I had the cash for Michelin pilots .. Thanks for the suggestions on the kumho's at 61 quid a piece, very fair price for new tyres.

Totally agree David and I intend to change the tyres asap.... Just making sure I fully understand the law on tyre wear, legal/illegal ...

Thanks Mac , I'll get them changed the weekend And yes, the car is lowered, the inner and outer section of the tyre has definitely worn evenly.... From the info I've gathered so far , tyres are legal but need changing soon. Just wanted to make sure I am okay to drive the car to the tyre fitters.. Knowing my luck, I'll get stopped. Anyone know where i can get 225 40 18's at a reasonable price ?? the runways on my car at the mo are crap so looking for a decent make, happy to pay the extra few quid...

The inner edge has worn the same.... the centre section of the tire is clearly above the limit all round.

Im aware of the limit being 1.6mm but not sure if the outer section of the tyre would earn me 3 points on my licence.

I have never fully understood the law when it comes to tyre wear hence why i have always changed my tyres as soon as i've noticed them to be anywhere near the limit. The present tyres on my car have an unusual pattern that i've not really come across before... I've recently purchased the car so would be grateful if someone could advise, as to whether or not, my tyres are legal... Please see following pictures Drivers side front tyre outer grip looks to be completely worn however the majority of the inner tyre is still above the limits Front passenger side: Tyres on the rear are near new: It's only the outer section of the front tyres that are cause for concern, any help/advice would be appreciated

A MK5 is an excellent overall package, especially with the DSG box..this one recently sold for £10K or less.. The R32 I was considering is no longer available so still without a car at the mo . I've been told that the fuel consumption on an R32 is ridiculous, which has put me off a little but how much worse can it be than the Corrado ??? I suppose powering all four wheels may make it less fuel efficient. Seat Leon with 300 BHP..Interesting power hike but firstly I already have a Seat and secondly, howmuch of that power is actually useable on the road?? E39 M5.. I like my smaller cars, way too big and when things do go wrong, which they do, fixes are expensive and M5 specific parts are hard to find on the second hand market...Kevhaywires (I recall the name being Cheesewire ?? ) E46 suggestion is better suited to me...

Just a quick update, I'm edging towards buying myself a MK4 R32 as they seem to have come down in price quite a bit... the car seems a good overall package and i think, if i'm lucky could get a decent one for 7.5K.. anything in particular I should look for ? any optional extras I should be aware of?

I totally agree, the E36 is a great car. I actually preferred the raw feel of the E36 3.0 M3 than the more refined 3.2 evo. Anything that wears the "M" badge must be given serious consideration. I ran a few insurance quotes for an E46 M3 and found that it cost almost twice as much to insure than an Audi RS4..even if I wanted to get an E46, insurance is way too much.

What were the Italians thinking when they made that interior ?? The Lancia is an awesome car but unlike the Corrado, it has a dated look about it. So does the Audi S2 IMO. If you've ever been lucky enough to drive a Lancia, wooohoooo the car makes you feel good, fast and feels as if it's on rails when cornering. Evo - no way! Not denying the fact that it's a good car for street racing. ..but i'm not really a street racer! I think the Focus RS falls into this category, a little too aggressive for my liking. The Focus ST doesn't look as forward, even if it's in electric Orange. Mk5 GTI does offer an excellent all round package, if it wasn't for the MK6 I'd of bought the MK5. The MK6 seems to be put together a lot better but I guess that's the same with a lot of newer model cars. However, my budget can't stretch to MK6 money or I'd of bought an RS4 lol Practicality isn't really a major issue on a short term basis but I always buy my motors with a long term view..I would love the experience of owning a two seater but in the long-term I think I'd regret not having four seats. After some consideration I've taken a step forward in deciding that my new purchase will have four seats.

I already have a Seat ibiza as my run around so not another seat.. Seat Leons a good car though and has lots of potential for remap...

Tandino, thank you for your detailed response.. I adore the look of the Alfa, it's stunning.. I have driven the e46 M3 in coupe and cabrio form.. The coupe is a much better car to drive and I agree it's possibly the best overall package for my budget. It's just so common, for good reason I know.. I'd like to drive the Z3 M coupe ( bat mobile) less of them around but not sure if I can get one with my allowance.. A Z4 is also doable at 10k but never had a go in one..

I don't think I'd go down the porsche route until I can afford a decent 911.. By 955 I'm guessing u mean 944.. Thanks for the advice. All suggestions/advice is appreciated.

Do like the mk4 r32 and have driven a couple in the past, a natural upgrade from the Corrado I guess...