VR6 Battery - Which one ?

[James. 7]

As per title.

 

Standard stereo set up. Do I buy an original VW one or do I buy a brand. Need to be able to buy it on or before Saturday. Prices ???

 

 

NB:

Looked in the search and found only threads for batteries used with big stereo set ups or 16v variant.

[Reggit 0]

Got mine from Halfrauds cos I was desperate at the time, was about £100 for a heavy duty (calcium?) one if I remember

[Jon_vr6 1]

http://www.the-corrado.net/.archive/forum/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=95992

 

Couple of suggestions here mate seems VARTA are a good make ill be getting one of those soonish

[GlosterOx 0]

Or something like this, brand name with good warranty and high CCA:

 

http://www.motionbattery.co.uk/Premium- ... de-Battery

 

Ian.

[dr_mat 0]

If you just want a battery that starts the car, just buy a battery that fits, and has at least 55Ah. Ish. Then keep it charged.

If you need a battery that'll run banging choons for three hours in a field, you might need to look a bit harder... :)

[Bullfinch 0]

Anyone changed their battery recently? Is Varta a good brand to go for?

[monzablau16v 0]

Anyone changed their battery recently? Is Varta a good brand to go for?

 

I went for a Varta E38 74Ah

 

It hasnt missed a beat in 4 months (car was stood for a few weeks once and it started on the first key turn without any stuggle). I've always had Bosch in the past and i can hand on my heart say that the Varta is miles better, wont be buying anything else from now on. I got mine from TPS (Trade Parts Specialists) for I think about £60 with trade discount.

 

Beware though, it is a big a$$ battery and just about fits!

 

http://pmd.varta-automotive.com/pmd2/showBatterieDetail.do;jsessionid=20B2821DD2EE6E1DD89325746D535CCA?ArtikelNr=5744020753162

[jamiehamy 0]

I've had plenty of Varta batteries over the years and never had an issue, so that must be a good sign :)

[Kevin Bacon 5]

Dealer Varta for me too, seem to be good batteries. 74AH is the biggest you get in though as previously mentioned!

[harin 0]

I got mine from Halfrauds too (had no other choice on a SUnday afternoon). Although expensive (£100 and heavy duty) its a very good battery!

[James. 7]

Just for purposes of being complete, I ended up buying a Varta silver from a dealer over in Macclesfield. £80 delivered and it made an immediate difference.

I also bought an Airflow battery conditioner for when it's in hibernation.

 

It's a belter !

[harryc 0]

So were's the cheapest place for a varta? Are people talking about getting the battery from a veedub dealer?

[delfinis38 1]

So were's the cheapest place for a varta? Are people talking about getting the battery from a veedub dealer?

 

Dunno.... but i always use Barden Batteries for my boat and car. Google them... free delivery over £50

[craigowl 0]

Just for purposes of being complete, I ended up buying a Varta silver from a dealer over in Macclesfield. £80 delivered and it made an immediate difference.

I also bought an Airflow battery conditioner for when it's in hibernation.

 

It's a belter !

 

I have the Airflow conditioner. It has kept my Quantum 62Ah June 2002 battery in strong condition to date!

 

Should I renew battery now, though, guys?

[James. 7]

Personally I'd only change it if it needs it. You may not notice a difference yet, but that may change once the weather grows colder.