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Stick a VR6 into it and that should make the lightness go away! In fairness though - if it seems ok, there shouldn't be a problem. Most owners complain of heavy steering. What are you comparing it against?

Yeah, I don't think the attach feature is working properly since the last set of forum issues - it also won't let me upload a jpg, keeps complaining that it's not a valid file, even though I know I have attached the self-same image to another post before. I sent culshaw another doc I have, so hopefully that might help with the pinout. One thought I had - is it possible that it's code disabled? In that case you need to leave it powered on for a long time before it resets itself.

Sounds like you need a complete replacement handle or the two repair kits then. You should be able to pick up a second-hand handle on here or FB, and then carry out the striker replacements as a precaution before fitting.

Have a look at these and see if they help... I'll also try and PM you another PDF I have with more details on the Gamma in English - it's too large to attach here. Actually, PM me with an email address if you need it - can't attach files to PMs. stromlaufplan_gamma4.pdf

What make stereo is it? IGN+ and BATT+ usually need to be reversed to work an aftermarket unit properly.

This should help: http://www.oemepc.com/vw/part_single/catalog/vw/markt/RDW/modell/COR/year/1992/drive_standart/76/hg_ug/919/subcategory/212000/part_id/3690238/lang/e

Ah ok - yes, that's a different part of the mechanism. From what I remember, a common mod was to use Passat rear handles on a Corrado, to effectively de-lock it. Not really sure about the front handles - I'm thinking if it was easy as simply substituting them, it would be widely documented, and an easy fix as the Passat ones would be easily available. I think the mechanism is considerably different - some of the instructions for the rear handle retrofit involve a fair bit of modification - but I haven't seen a Passat handle in the flesh to be able to compare.

Are these repair kits different to the striker repair kits for a broken handle? I thought that was the most common way for them to break.

Sound - PM sent.

Cool - how does £35 posted sound to you? Cheers.

Hi Jon - master cylinder still available? If so, would you mind checking postage to Dublin, Ireland, or to AL10 9WN (can get it forwarded from there.) Thanks.

You don't need isofix mounts - all standard car seats can be secured properly just with seatbelts - I've had Maxi Cosi baby seats, intermediated, wing backed booster and normal booster in the back of mine for years, with kids that are now 11, 8 and 3, since they were babies. As for the daily questions - depends on what you want. I sue mine as daily, but there is going to be wear and tear, so best not to be too precious about it. The best solution is to have a minter for weekends and another car as a daily. Rust can be stopped, but only with a full bare metal tear down, welding and repsray - so not cheap. Servicing costs are not high, but you will run into more expensive items or ones that hard to find, so be prepared to be off the road for a while - best to have a newer second car. Reliability wise - in 10 years my VR6 has only let me down to the point where it had to be towed twice - both coolant related (one a split hose, the other a leaking rad). Other times it was off the road as I was doing the work myself so it took longer or it took time to locate a part. Be aware that things like brake and clutch master cylinders are nearly impossible to find, and you can be stuck without and MOT/NCT for stupid things like door handle or window regulator. Also if you are in a minor accident (even if not your own fault), the C will often get written off for things like replacement wings, bumpers and lights - all minor common accident parts, but increasingly hard to find. So overall, yes - you can definitely daily a Corrado, but make sure you have a decent second car and don't mind a bit of wear and tear.

It might help to have a picture/link or a part number. Is this the inner window trim that sits on top of the door card? These come apart in two pieces, the lower part that the door card lip clips into and the upper rail, but they were only ever sold as one piece, even though it is possible to disassemble them. I think you are looking at part 33 here: http://www.oemepc.com/vw/part_single/catalog/vw/markt/RDW/modell/COR/year/1995/drive_standart/76/hg_ug/837/subcategory/155000/part_id/3705634/lang/e#sec_33

Looking well!

Yes, these are nice and OEM - huge boost gauge pods always tend to look a bit boy racer.

Yeah, they look nice and especially suit the older dash - something very similar used to be available for the Mk2.

Haha - you Recaro owners - so spoilt! ;) Spare a thought for us great unwashed with normal leather.

Some of the US cars had nice seats - there was a "red-dot" cloth trimmed in leather outers from what I can remember - now if they came in a heated/electric Recaro version....

Ah ok - makes sense now. This would be revealed in all its nasty glory with the rubber funnel thing removed then?

Where does this part go?

All VRs had the raised bonnet, it was to provide clearance for the larger engines, other late models had it fitted because it was then the only bonnet that was being made. Bonnets seem to be still available from Classic Parts, but at some price - also not sure if this one is late or early from the picture: https://www.volkswagen-classic-parts.de/en/frontklappe.html Front wings are different, late are wider. The rear outer skin is the same on all years, but the inner section is different.

There's no pictures on the ad any more and it says "awaiting collection". Only way to be sure is to refer the chassis number back to VW. Green ones are easier to fake as that colour/leather combination was available anyway. The ad mentions there's a few things to do, but not what they are...

This is the guy I use for those hard to reach ones: https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Ratchet-Swisstool-Spirit-Multi-Tool/dp/B00LFKZ374

The problem with obsolete parts getting reproduced is the initial cost in tooling up - only the smaller stuff that can be 3D printed is relatively cost-effective. With maybe 1500-2000 cars left on the roads in the UK (here in Ireland only 15 Corrados passed the NCT last year, maybe 100 or so here in total), the market is very small and it would be tough enough to get pre-orders for even 250 units. Anyone on here who has organised a group buy or had something re-manufactured can tell you what a hard slog it is. This is really the preserve of a club like CCGB that can maximise buying power and leverage influence, maybe with other clubs around the world and deal directly with the likes of VW Classic Parts, and not a user forum. I'm not sure what CCGB have done in the past in this respect, but it is how most other classic car clubs approach this issue. At a minimum we would need things like bonnets, wings, slam panels, bumpers and all lights available to repair crash damage, and then everything required for a respray trim wise and also safety critical stuff like the clutch and brake masters. So I think the parts problem should be addressed separately to the issue of preserving the forum and it's future. I'm definitely willing to pay for membership, and more than happy to lend a hand as an extra moderator or IT specialist if needed.

I have no issue with paid membership in order to support the forum - but it should be read-only and searchable for free, with maybe some sections restricted to paid members such as the wiki and suppliers. You need to be able to attract new members and be able to show what's available, otherwise it will just die a death as a closed shop.