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yep, I know someone! A friend of mine works at Martins VW. I've checked with him and he's happy for me to pass you his number. PM on its way :)

Been keeping a very close eye on this thread since the beginning and have decided that I just can't miss out! :D Jim, I've had a good chat with Vince and I won't be having the fitting or mapping done until a few paydays have passed, but it certainly would be interesting to see. Another car swap in a few months then? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Guess what I've just bought? :D Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thank you Matt! That's made my day (month!) :D I'm so pleased with that photo that I've had it enlarged and printed on canvas. It's a very flattering pic! I guess you are back from the States now? Must be lovely to be home after such a long time, and I bet that first drive was good! :) Well done Isla, good choice! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I've been meaning to reply to this, but have been very remiss. Sorry! Firstly, thanks Ollie and Chris for your replies. I haven't really got anywhere with it though. I'm wondering whether I should post in the Wanted section and see what turns up. I'm in the process of joining my local motor club and have been to a meet tonight. One guy there is a driver for VW and is going to ask a colleague to do a bit of research for me :) Very nice of him to offer to help! Other option is to admit defeat and then the bodyshop will have to pay for a whole new alarm system. If they pay for the cost of an equivalent one, then I'd consider topping it up a bit and getting something decent. Any suggestions anyone? Glad to hear you got yours sorted Chris. Good news! :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Black(?) C with private plate A** 4 parked outside The Wellington Arms nr Stratfield Turgis about 2.15pm today Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Oh come on you lot. I need a Corrado fix! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I've been persuaded to pop along to this too. Jetta is filthy again but doesn't matter much since it'll be hiding in the public car park! Catch up with you all tomorrow :) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m looking for a bit of advice please. I know my mechanical knowledge is limited but my knowledge of alarms and immobilisers (pretty much anything electrical) is considerably worse… About 2 months ago, my windscreen cracked and knowing that there was a bit of rust on the A-pillars, I decided to take advantage of the screen being replaced and get the bodywork sorted at the same time. A fortnight ago I was due to collect the car from the bodyshop, but I got a call that morning and was asked if I’d had any problems with the central locking. Nope. (Not recently anyway. A couple of years ago, there were a handful of occasions where the remote wouldn’t unlock the car for about 5 minutes, but this seemed to sort itself out, so I haven’t thought any more about it.) The bodyshop also said the car wouldn’t start. They said they’d checked and charged the battery (which was brand new anyway) and all was fine so they said they’d check fuses etc. I was at work so called them back at lunchtime to find that they’d called an alarm specialist out, who told them they’d spiked the alarm control unit. They said they’d found a place in Norwich with a new unit and had ordered that. Unfortunately it wasn’t the right part, and I’ve been told these parts are no longer available. They said they’ve spoken to VW who can’t help either. They’ve also told me that the alarm fitted to my car wasn’t fitted at the factory, which tallies since I have an installation certificate showing that an aftermarket alarm was fitted, although this was done before I owned the car. Summary: the car will start if you bypass the immobiliser, so at least I know the car will still run the remote does not lock/unlock the car (they say they’ve checked the vacuum unit behind the rear cards and that is fine) the specialist is convinced it’s the alarm control unit but no new ones are available So, is it ok to fit a 2nd hand control unit? I assumed that if I did, then I’d need replacement remotes as well, but I’ve been told I don’t… In that case, I assume they’d need to be recoded, but how is that done? The bodyshop have said they will be paying for the repair (and if necessary, a new alarm/immob) but what do I actually need? I’ve heard varying things - just the ctrl unit, the ctrl unit and remotes, and even that I should get a complete 2nd hand system. I’m now very confused and I thought what better place to ask for advice than here?!! So, would some kind soul help me? Please!! :)

Ive heard really good things about myalloys in Basingstoke and also Lepsons in Gillingham, but haven't used either myself Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

White J plate C heading into Swansea svcs about 7.15pm. I was on the roundabout in my Jetta Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

looks like I'm definitely going to have to drop out :( Couldn't collect mine from the bodyshop today as it won't start and has a problem with the c/l. An alarm/immob specialist has looked at it and reckons there's a problem there. Once this is sorted, I have to test and tax it and since mine is yet to pass an MOT first time, I can't imagine it will all be sorted in time. Even if it is, I doubt I'll be able to afford to go. Shame, cos it was a good show last year and was looking forward to a weekend away :( Andy, please will you remove me from the list?

I wasn't out in mine, it's still at the bodyshop :(

Thanks Jim, I thought that was the case. When the guy told me earlier that mine was fitted as an option, I thought it sounded a bit suspect! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Quick question... did late VRs (or just late cars generally) have central locking as standard? I thought they did but just need confirmation from someone please Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

very sorry to hear about poor ELF, but as Wendy says, at least no-one was hurt. Hope you enjoy your Golf, but there are always Corrados looking for a good home should you decide you need another at some point!

yep, I'm another V-Power convert. The difference in my VR's performance is noticeable and even my Jetta gets V-Power :) I agree with what some others have said; the difference in mpg more than makes up for the price difference.

cheers Chris, I'll remember that on Tues :thumbleft:

great info, very interesting. I feel much better prepared now! Vids were good too. Thanks guys :D Collecting my C on Tuesday although I had a sneak preview today. Can't wait to get it back :D

I'd like to come along to this now too please :) Sadly I won't be in my C as although the replacement screen was fitted today, it still doesn't have an MOT or tax. Can't believe I'm going to miss getting my C on the banking, but at least I'll be there now! Hope it isn't too short notice...

looks really good Jim :)

Rum-Bongo was courtesy of mic_vr (and someone else??) at BVF a couple of years ago and was reeeeeally nice :) Branta doesn't sound quite as good! Happy birthday 8vMatt :bday:

Can't believe no-one has mentioned Rum-Bongo!! My serious answer though, is Port. I love the stuff, esp white Port. However, I'm no connoisseur and have yet to try a really expensive one. I usually buy Dow's. Anyone else like Port? Any recommendations? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Caught a glimpse of a dark coloured (blue?) C as it disappeared from view at the roundabout nr Esso/Tesco Extra in Church Crookham just before 3pm on Sunday Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The other reason is because I can't afford a 993 or a 964 yet :D Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk