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Great post Bruno! :salute: Nothing happens for me when I turn the heater on, I think either the blower motor is gone or there's a switch/electrical problem. That's great food for thought :)

Firstly I'll be sorting out the audio. I want a head unit that's iPhone compatible, and with bluetooth handsfree - I've sort of gotten used to that in my 2008 Fiesta which is going back to Ford! I'll probably amp the speakers too, and make use of the Apline 6x9s that a previous owner mounted in the parcel shelf (they're not connected at the moment) Then, I might get some nice coilovers - Turbo makes a good point there, you could have a picnic under those wheel arches. I'm not going to mess with the engine much (my insurance would kill me) but I might get an induction kit just for the throaty sound. I might get another set of lights and get to work on a shiny red tint as documented here, and I'd also like to get a rear-facing camera and a little screen hidden in the sun visor - I don't want the car to look like X-to-the-Z has had a field day but I would like better rear visibility! The alloys have recently been refurbished and they're looking good so I doubt I'll change them. Needs a good clean inside and out, I think it'll look great with that showroom shine!

Hi all! Just thought I'd introduce myself and my "new" motor. It's a 1996 N pearl black VR6. Completely standard, even down to the cassette radio (that won't last long)! Picked it up last weekend for a tidy £3600 - not the cheapest around but no rust on the bodywork at all (okay one small spot under the spoiler), engine seems solid, all the electrics work (even the sunroof!). Well, the blower doesn't work but that shouldn't be hard to fix. Fair price I thought. I'm taking it to have a full service down at SE Autoworks in Guildford, as I'm sure it needs some work, but it generally seems alright, starts first time in the recent cold weather. 2.8l 24v Climatronic system.pdfFeb_rear_1000px.JPG[/attachment:1scn4g9r] Feb_front_1000px.JPG[/attachment:1scn4g9r] What do y'all think? :)

Cool thanks, might give them a call. Any idea of the cost for an annual service?

Hi all, I'm the proud new owner of a '96 Pearl Black VR6 which I picked up last week. I'll post something in the Members' Gallery soon. The service history is good, with the next service due at the end of March. The engine runs pretty well, but for peace of mind I'd like to give it good service soon. I live in Isleworth, TW7, and work near Uxbridge, so does anyone know of a good garage within 20 minutes? I've seen a few good reviews here for SE Autoparts in Guildford - I could go there (45 min drive) but was looking for something a bit closer to home. My main concerns are: - bit of a whirring noise at 1000-1500 rpm, sound like a belt rubbing or maybe some bearings on their way out - definite pull to the left - could be becuase there are two different tyres on the front wheels (bad idea anyway) but service history mentions a bent steering arm. - interesting creaky sort of sound from the passenger footwell area, when the engine is warming up Other than that though the car's in good nick. No rust on the bodywork, apart from a tiny spot under the spoiler. Leather interior is nice, and all electrics work, even the sunroof! I'd appreciate any suggestions. And also, a big "hello" to everyone! I've been lurking for a while as I've been looking for a C but I thought I'd come out of the woodwork :)