del68 0 Posted October 17, 2003 I'm going to have a look at this at lunchtime today, 1991(H) VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO G60, 120000 miles, £1,950ono, Metallic Burgundy, Full History, Sunroof, Stereo, Electric Windows, Alarm, Central Locking, Power Assisted Steering, Alloy Wheels, Immobiliser, 190bhp Reason for sale moving house., There's no mention of a rebuild on the charger or if it has one, and where would he have got an extra 30 bhp? Any other questions I should be asking or anything in particular I need to look for. I'm not a machanic or especially knowledgable on cars. Anything I can get back in the next couple of hours would be greatly appriciated!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted October 17, 2003 Well a bit of supercharger work could have got the car up to 190BHP.. Either that or he doesn't know what he is selling and he could have just got the figures for the VR6 by accident :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRINGOG60 0 Posted October 17, 2003 Sounds like a chip and pulley to me- that gives about 190 with an exhaust. Flowing of the supercharger wouldnt give that sought ofincrease on its own. With that sought of mileage although not to high and it being supercharged you really want to take someone with you who knows about cars to check it out for you.- if you dont know anyone then maybe get inspected by the AA or ask a local garage. James Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dazzyvr6 0 Posted October 17, 2003 for that price you could get the charger checked over any way and still get a cheap car :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
del68 0 Posted October 17, 2003 I've just spoken with the seller, he's selling it for his bro-in-law. The charger has not had a recent rebuild but it has been moded! What, he does not know, hence the low price. How much should it cost to get the charger sorted? And how long does it take? I'm itching to get my first rado but don't want a lemon. Have a guy who appears to know his stuff going with me now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dazzyvr6 0 Posted October 17, 2003 best off having a chat with 8vg60 off this forum,he does charger rebuilds etc and knows his stuff..hth :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
del68 0 Posted October 17, 2003 Just had a chat with 16VG60, he's happy to answers any Q's I have and has given me a price for the rebuild if needed, which sounds most likely! I'll hopefully post some pics and more info this afternoon. Cheers for all you rhelp guys!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W3RKD 0 Posted October 17, 2003 good luck with the car..! leew done a great what to look for guide on this forum... doa serch for it if i were u as it has loads of pricless info on it..... i think i regonise that g60 ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
del68 0 Posted October 17, 2003 Right here we go!!! Used to belong to an Irish dentist who lived in Waterlooville nr Portsmouth 1 min walk from his practice. Car has been stored for 4 years, MOT certs prove this on mileage.1st 4 services done at VW stealers 80% of rest of servicing done at a local independant garage, Has every reciept for everything ever bought for it. Including wax & shampoo!! Body work is exellent. couple of v small stone chips on bonnet, all sills, wheel arches etc in good nick, no rust. Engine compartment, not very clean but OK for age of car, a few new hoses are visible. rust spots on strut mounts and by battery but thats it. No eveidence of the charger EVER having been rebuilt. Seller confirms this. Electrics, c/l Ok, mirrors ok, bit sticky, s/r tilts but won't slide. spoiler works fine both when driven (40mph) and when switched. BBS alloys look ok , one or two kerb scuffs. All in all looks very tidy, I can feel it's pull!!! Almost hypnotic :D !! I want but will listen to any advice. I'll post some pics later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe M 0 Posted October 17, 2003 Sounds good if youve got the cash to get the charger rebuilt straight away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W3RKD 0 Posted October 17, 2003 imho go and buy that car now ..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted October 17, 2003 yeah, sounds too good to be true for the price. the money you'll save can be invested in the charger, and any other niggly problems you may find Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W3RKD 0 Posted October 17, 2003 alsoif you going to have the charger serviced you might aswell have it ported then you are killing too birds with one stone.... "peace of mind and upgrading all in one"" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
del68 0 Posted October 17, 2003 Sorry, I'm not familiar with the terms :oops: "ported" what'll that give me? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G60 0 Posted October 17, 2003 more boost, more power :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
del68 0 Posted October 27, 2003 I was pipped at the post by another potential buyer over the weekend 18/19 Oct, Wasn't too worried as I'm a bit more serious about Stormys 16v. Had a call from the seller today. The last guy pulled out of the sale so they are still looking for a buyer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris CORRADO 0 Posted October 27, 2003 THE SUPER CHARGERS ****** it makes all sorts of noises when driven and the PAS pump is on its way out.... i went and viewed it but did not buy it coz it needed toooooooooo much work but hey its your money.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
