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Hi there. I managed to get through to the fitter directly. He gave me some story that he definately connected it to the bonnet but it must have come loose - CAT 1 alarm? Don't think so! Anyway - he's asked me to rearrange to fit it. Will call him this week to do so and update you. Cheers.

Ok an update on the fitting. The fitter wasn't too bad but they had to rearrange the fitting date as they over-ran on a previous job. Did a clean job. However just this weekend I noticed that the Hornet Maxx II was not wired up to my bonnet. So on Saturday morning, while I was tinkering about with the battery compartment I noticed that the alarm reactivated itself even though the bonnet was open. So i tested the rest of the entry points - doors and boot. Alarm didn't reactivate itself when these were open. So I called GapSecurity this morning and the sales guy there didn't really want to know. Told me to call the fitter directly. Tried calling fitter, got voicemail. Left message (twice) but no reply. Will keep you posted.

Emu it took you 3.5 hours? A garage quoted my 10 hours labour. I might have to drive up from London to Scotland :notworthy: :help:

Goodluck Woodsy. Like yourself, I too own a 16v 1.8 on a H plate and for around 12 years. I have just returned mine back to the road after 2 years SORN and previous 3 years on and off (more off road). Although I can't help you technically as I too have limited knowledge I understand where you are coming from and hope the project goes well.

Album - have you decided what you are going to do with your sunroof? I have the same problem and want to sort mine out but not sure on total cost, don't fancy doing it myself as I'm scared I might mess up.

Guys I should have read this post earlier...hope its not too late! I've just put my Corrado back on the road after 2 years of sitting on the drive. There is no sound coming from my old Toad Ai600. So I rang Gap Security and they quoted a new siren (fitted) at £150. Then they suggested I get a new alarm for £300 - Hornet Maxx 1. So I thought, my key fobs have no rubbers buttons, one fob is broken and the range on the Ai600 is 20 cm from the car - why not. But they have taken my money up front and in their terms and conditions it states the following about cancellations: "10) The contract may be cancelled by the Client with a 25% charge of the total order being made to cover costs providing this is no later than 24 hours prior to the agreed time of delivery and free fitting." That means if I cancel they will charge me £70. They are due to arrive tomorrow afternoon...hope its not a chav in a Vauxhall and hope they don't cut the wires of my Rado! I felt the sales guy was quote pushy. Should have stuck to my gut instincts. Now that I have read this thread I feel really sick! Will keep you posted.

Hey guys - I have just recently joined this forum (although I have reviewed it in previous years). Been a 1990 1.8 16v Corrado (Pearlescent Blue) owner since 1997. However for the last six years (after getting married and having kids) I've had it on and off the road (mostly off the road with SORN for the last 2 years sitting in my drive). Last week I bit the bullet (after much umming and arring) and decided to sell it. So have MOT'd and waiting for March 1st to tax it. However, having read this thread about increased Corrado activity and the fact that there has been a price crash - I have decided to keep it and drive it for at least the 12 months. Thanks for the insipration guys - and yes i agree with Yandards point - long termers go through highs and lows. I know it has crossed my mind at least once a month or everytime I gaze at my little baby. Looking forward to the next 12 months - will introduce the kids to the Rado! Only question is what kinda service am I going to need after 2 years of stand still out on my drive??