Stella 0 Posted December 15, 2013 Us women like to chat!! Didnt want to moan on here about him cus he did seem genuine but really did I need tyres i dunno!! And you have restored my faith, was just going to say is it worth it but think I would be sad without it. The bodywork is a mess too so need a paint sprayer, any ideas? But your in Devon...Ill come to the beach any day :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wbx6dan 10 Posted December 15, 2013 Thats Great. Dont underestimate the worth of "good tyres" especially in winter its all there is between you and the road! I think its wonderful that you love your car (i love it too) but not as much as mine however your bodywork looks fantastic compared to mine! Depending on what needs doing my advice would be a small family run bodyshop and NOT a big franchise. I have worked in bodyshops and do know several painters locally but remember its only a frame around a picasso and dont forget you pay for what you get as a rule of thumb if it sounds to good to be true it probably is your welcome if your down this way (its a bit miserable down the beach today though) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted December 15, 2013 Hee Autumn is the best time for the beach!! My new ones are lovely so will be flying to work tomorrow!! Matt @ Dub unit will sort me out with someone, he is a total dude! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted December 22, 2013 Corrado Christmas Clean Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted December 22, 2013 was great to meet more Corrado owners yesterday, after seeing yours, mine needs lowering!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean_Jaymo 0 Posted December 22, 2013 What an epic colour! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon 0 Posted December 22, 2013 Was nice to meet you Stella , we are regulars at Dubunit so sure we will see you around :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harrier 1 Posted December 22, 2013 What an epic colour! Agreed! So rare & it really suits the car Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted December 22, 2013 Local meet in Birmingham? Post it up on the forum next time! :) Would have been good to come and see a few local Corrado's.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GrahamU 5 Posted December 22, 2013 Looks great Stella Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted December 28, 2013 Ive broke my heating!! I turned the dial the wrong way and a piece of metal out followed by a puff of smoke and no heating, is this easily changed/fixed? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wbx6dan 10 Posted December 28, 2013 dont panic you just need a new switch :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted January 17, 2014 Car is loosing water, I know the rad leaks n there's another somewhere else, Can I but a brand new to fit? The last one cost me 99p on Ebay and has lasted for the last two n half years!! Any ideas where I get a switch from, car needs tlc! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wbx6dan 10 Posted January 18, 2014 Evening Stella You should be able to get a switch from one of the breakers on here or ebay fairly easily. As for the leak, is the carpet wet? (might be the heater matrix) Remove the oil cap and see if its all white and gunky also checkthe exhaust smoke see its all white and smokey if so your headgasket might have gone! I would get the system pressure tested it should show where the leaks are and then replace the rad if its leaking put new antifreeze in (probably G12 pink stuff) and another job done :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted January 20, 2014 Hey voice of doom :0 No wet carpets or smoke, not as yet anyhow!! I have been topping up the antifreeze frequently (pink) and have ordered a new radiator. I didn't realise you could buy a new one so that's got to improve things. The break lights and front headlight have gone off now too. Was kinda loosing the will with it but will plod on. Will look for a switch too, thanks xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KADVR6 0 Posted January 21, 2014 Hey voice of doom :0 No wet carpets or smoke, not as yet anyhow!! I have been topping up the antifreeze frequently (pink) and have ordered a new radiator. I didn't realise you could buy a new one so that's got to improve things. The break lights and front headlight have gone off now too. Was kinda loosing the will with it but will plod on. Will look for a switch too, thanks xx oh the joys of old cars eh Stella, im about this weekend so I can have a look at the lights properly for you if you want xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted January 30, 2014 Had no car for two weeks but happy to announce I've spent more money and he lives on :) Brought a new radiator, got the heating fixed, had the loom removed as it was causing chaos with my headlights. Ive also brought some cleaning products from inspired automotive! Cant wait to pick him up tomorrow and get the bill and then tax the flamer. I wonder what February holds! Still need to fix the scuff on front bumper, anyone in Brum know anyone reliable?? Ive broke my heating!! I turned the dial the wrong way and a piece of metal out followed by a puff of smoke and no heating, is this easily changed/fixed? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted June 28, 2014 Well in February and March I had to buy a new exhaust, all sorted there, replaced passenger window motor and it passed MOT last week but NOW I have driven it into a air con unit, got car totally jammed and have destroyed the arch, the passenger and driver door... devastated to say the least, I was rushing about and now I've trashed my beloved car... no one cares so came on here for some sympathy :( Had a quote today for £550...I'll pay it im sure...good job I have no children to feed!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted June 28, 2014 Ouch. That's painful to see :( But as you say, can be sorted! Hope they do a good job with it, given the rarity of that colour! :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harrier 1 Posted June 28, 2014 Really bad luck :-( just get it fixed & forget about it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted June 28, 2014 Nightmare…these things sadly do happen though.. Hope you manage to get a quality job done.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DPS 10 Posted June 28, 2014 Poor thing! Love the colour though and hope you get it fixed up soon! P.s. I find it amusing you refer to it as a 'him' mine is a girl. It's the first 'female' car I've had! It's a shame we can't breed them, though I'm not sure what colour khaki and red would produce! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella 0 Posted June 28, 2014 Poor thing! Love the colour though and hope you get it fixed up soon! P.s. I find it amusing you refer to it as a 'him' mine is a girl. It's the first 'female' car I've had! It's a shame we can't breed them, though I'm not sure what colour khaki and red would produce! Brown perhaps...ive always wanted a brown car too :) Is £550 too much? they said they will sort all the dinks n scuffs too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KADVR6 0 Posted June 29, 2014 Poor Kevin, who is doing the repair for you? X Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DPS 10 Posted June 29, 2014 Brown perhaps...ive always wanted a brown car too :) Is £550 too much? they said they will sort all the dinks n scuffs too. Haha! Brown Corrado babies! I don't have much experience with bodywork but looking at the damage I would be happy to pay that price to get it fixed :) Good luck, let hope they can fit her in quickly! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
