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  3. Posted · Edited by Roger Chatfield

    VW Corrado VR6 Storm

    1995 N-reg

    3 previous owners

    Mystic Blue

    Full Black Heated Leather Interior

    146k (Engine 30k since rebuild)

    Full Service History

    MOT September 2016 (no advisories)

    Clifford CAT 1 Alarm/Immobiliser

     

    History

    Full history- combination of VW and VW Specialists including Stealth Racing and DG Autotech.

    Serviced by myself since October 2013, car has done 10k in my ownership.

    288mm front brake upgrade & rear MKIV brake upgrade by Stealth Racing @ 107K

    Last serviced March 2016 (oil + filter + brake fluid)

     

    Upgrades.

    Crazydave remap

    Gearbox rebuilt with 3.68 final drive (10k ago)

    Koni shocks/H&R springs (-40mm) fitted by Stealth Racing

    OEM Gauge Pack (Volts/Oil Pressure)

    Magnex Stainless Catback Exhaust

    Vibratechnics Front/Rear Engine Mounts + MK2 Golf Gearbox Mount

    Splitfire HT Leads

    288mm Front Brakes

    MKIV Rear Brakes

    All Red Tail Lights

    Lamin-X on all front lights

    Smoked Side Repeaters

    JVC DAB ipod Stereo with DAB bee sting aerial, also has Bluetooth module, connects to your phone for hands free, music streaming etc.

    Lupo GTI Aero Wiper Blades + Rear Aero Wiper

    SWG Scuttle Cover

    Centre Sunvisor

    Deep 90mm Front Spoiler

    Glass sunroof fitted

    BMC CDA

    4 relay head light loom fitted with Osram Nightbreaker lamps

    Rear cup holder. (Ash tray delete)

     

    General

    Toolkit, First Aid Box (original) and Warning Triangle all present.

     

    Everything on this car works apart from a few elements on the heated rear screen.

     

    Shortly after I purchased the car the oil pump failed and damaged the engine.

    Luckily I managed to find a replacement engine that had been rebuilt and had 20k on it.

    I fitted this engine (10k ago), also fitted a new oil pump, new hydraulic lifters and new chain tensioner for piece of mind, this engine has been faultless and has just been serviced.

     

    Price.. £5200..

     

    Car is in Devon.

     

    Please ring me if you have any questions.. 07950295381

     

    Rog.

     

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    Dry joint mate, mine only failed when it was cold so I assumed a dry that was closing up with heat.

     

    I just scraped the laquar off and resolve red each joint, took about ten mins, refitted and it now works fine.

     

    Just need to bleed the lines now, I've got a pressure bleeder so I'm hoping it'll go fine.

     

    Once that's done she'll be up for sale... :(

     

    Rog.

  5. Posted

    Evening chums,

     

    I've just repaired and refitted my abs unit, all is working ok but it does need a bleed.

     

    I've got a pressure bleeder, so what the best routine, do the calipers first or do the abs unit first?

     

    Rog.

  11. Posted

    Afternoon chums, as some of you know due to a change in my circumstances my Storm is up for sale.

    So, managed to pick up a worthy replacement today.

    Probably not to anyone's taste but I've only gone and got a jap...lol

     

    2007 Mazda 3 MPS Aero... Sensible 5 door hatchback...lol

     

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    Nice clean car with 77k and full service history, wheels need a refurb and there is some lacquer peel on one mirror.

    Few small mods, TIP, air filter and remap to 300 bhp.. 😀

     

    I was looking at S3's but this is newer, cheaper to buy, cheaper to insure and more powerful..no brainer in my book.

     

    Very very happy with it.

     

    Rog.

     

    (Please don't send me hate mail...lol)

  12. Posted

    Evening chums,

     

    It's with a heavy heart that due to a change in my family circumstances my Storm will shortly be up for sale.

     

    Just thought I'd post up a quick heads up before it ends up on the bay incase someone here wants first dips on it.

     

    Basically it's a Mystic Blue Storm that has been tastefully modified by the last 3 owners (all club members)

     

    147k miles, but rebuilt engine 30k ago and rebuilt gearbox approx 50k ago.

     

    Loads and loads of sutle mods, too much to list here but this car is truly OE+ spec.

     

    I'm looks for 5k... It will come with a fresh MOT.. and service.

     

    PM me if genuinely interested and I'll give you more info.

     

    Rog.

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    Heart says R32, head says S3, The more I think about this the more I think a S3 would currently suit me better.

    4k would get me a tidy S3 but I'd be looking at 7k plus for a tidy 32, also the S3 is quicker and cheaper to run / insure than a 32, yes it's not as good looking and I'd lose that lovey sound but turbo power also has its additions...lol..

     

    So...thinking a few years ahead now...nice R32 on the drive or nice S3 with a Mk2 Golf project in the garage..mmmmmmmm decisions.....

     

    (Probably end up keeping the Rado...lol)

     

    Rog.

  14. Posted

    Cheers fellas, good to hear that there are no major problems with them.

    I love the storm but I just need something a bit more modern that doesn't mind being left outside, problem is once you've had a VR its hard to find a car with an equal to that engine but I think the 32 fits that bill.

    How does the performance compare to a VR6 Corrado.

     

    Rog.

  15. Posted

    Evening chums,

     

    So my family suituation has changed slightly recently and I'm now thinking about selling the Storm and getting something a bit more modern and suitable to my current needs.

     

    Never the one to make sensible decisions I've decided a Mk4 R32 would foot the bill.

     

    Has anyone on here ever owned one and could perhaps provide a honest unbiased opinion.

     

    Many thanks

     

    Rog.

  24. Posted

    Welcome.

     

    6k is a pretty healthy budget for a Corrado, should be able to get a real minter for that price however I get the impression from your previous cars that you are a bit of a tinker, maybe better to buy a cheaper straight car and then 'make it yours' with the extra cash.

     

    BTW where abouts in the country are you?

     

    Rog.

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