Demand for exterior trim parts

[j_s14a 0]

Having been back in the Corrado fold for a few months now, it's obvious that there are a few trim parts that are becoming very hard to come by, namely:

 

- Rubber roof/gutter trims

- Side bump strips

- rear number plate surrounds

- Bonnet insulation

 

When I owned my Audi S2, we faced similar issues with exterior trim, and a Polish chap came forward and had some reverse engineered. They were of a very high (OEM) quality.

 

Would there be any interest in getting some of these parts produced? I would of course clear it with the moderators before taking any action, but I can at least find out if he'd be willing to help if the interest is there.

 

Cheers. :)

[Goldie 2]

Yes to all...

[Sean_Jaymo 0]

And it's a yes from me!

[clumpy1 11]

And it's a yes from me!

What if you haven't got anything more important going on in your world?

[Sean_Jaymo 0]

Respray in the future James...

 

It's easy to confuse humour with annoying sarcasm...

[clumpy1 11]

Easily annoyed? or easily confused? Look at it whatever way you like it's all in how you view it

[Sean_Jaymo 0]

Anyway, back on topic. Window scraper seals are also hot property for those after a respray!

[bigchagg 0]

I need all of these as my cars in for a full respray and these would finish perfectly, scrapers also required (I have sourced a set for the time being though)

[Stonejag 10]

VW Classic Parts do the scraper seals and number plate surrounds, just get Heritage to order them for you.

 

I have a full set of side trim if someone wants to come and remove it without ruining the paint ;)

[Roger Blassberg 0]

...and there is good money waiting here for a new set of roof trims.

 

RB

[j_s14a 0]

VW Classic Parts do the scraper seals and number plate surrounds, just get Heritage to order them for you.

 

I have a full set of side trim if someone wants to come and remove it without ruining the paint ;)

 

Just been onto VW heritage to order some parts, the number plate plinths aren't available.

[seanl82 23]

Its on VW Classic parts site. E68.50. If you call VW heritage and quote the classic part number, they may be able to order it in for you. Not generally any more expensive, and free delivery from Heritage.

 

 

http://shop.volkswagen-classic-parts.de/vwcp/Scirocco-Corrado/Corrado/Karosserie/Aussen/Blende.html

Edited June 19, 2014 by seanl82

[Hofmiester 10]

Roof trims!

[clumpy1 11]

Got spares of both :)

[seanl82 23]

Set of roof trims currently on ebay with about 4 days to run. Currently at £240 odd though. :crazyeyes:

 

 

Well past my max bid of £180. I refuse to be have my pants pulled down and receive a pineapple for a couple of bits of plastic, so until they come up at a reasonable price, I'm out.

[diarmaid16 1]

I bid on these too Sean. Went for a bit more than what I was willing to pay!

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/301214329872?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&autorefresh=true

Edited June 23, 2014 by diarmaid16

[Jim 1]

Insanity! :|

[diarmaid16 1]

Yep, unreal!

[Dox 22]

If you don't drink, don't smoke etc and NEED them you'll pay ££££s for what ever you want.

 

They're in your sight and if the roof is polished to perfection a tatty set of trims will stand out like a sore thumb, I could live with it, others can't.

 

The chances are a copy would be less durable than OE VAG parts in the same way all other replacement parts are?

[seanl82 23]

Trim off the bit that breaks up, coat in c4, job done an unless you know exactly what your looking at, they'll look pretty Damn good. £331 is beyond ridiculous imo. Especially since some have reported it happening to replacements within 5 years.

[fla 9]

I'm looking at getting the roof trims made up or a viable alternative but need a decent sample set to copy. I've cut the side 'wiper' portion of mine off, the part that falls apart first. If anyone has a set they could photograph and accurately measure up that would be a good start.

[DriverVR6 11]

Well when I advertised and sold a set on the forum for £250 some thought I was being greedy......

[DriverVR6 11]

Absolutely 100% spot on.

If you're restoring a car to perfection then you will pay big money for obsolete parts. At the end of the day, a Corrado will NEVER win a concours competition if it doesn't have perfect OE roof trims.

 

 

 

If you don't drink, don't smoke etc and NEED them you'll pay ££££s for what ever you want.

 

They're in your sight and if the roof is polished to perfection a tatty set of trims will stand out like a sore thumb, I could live with it, others can't.

 

The chances are a copy would be less durable than OE VAG parts in the same way all other replacement parts are?

[seanl82 23]

Good job I'm not in it to be a show pony then.

[j_s14a 0]

I bid £321 on these, and got beaten at the last minute. I only bid so much, as these are likely the last set of as new trims available, and I wanted to get them copied so that the whole community could benefit. :(

 

Surely as a community, we can put some pressure on VW to start manufacturing these again? Seems stupid that they won't produce parts that they can make a healthy profit on.