seanl82

High mileage cars will require engine work before long, regardless of whether they have been well maintained or not. Headgaskets and valve stem seals don't care how well its been maintained (although with good and regular antifreeze changes less so on the headgaskets), but they do wear regardless. He's right in that pistons just don't suddenly appear out of the block, but the ABV is known for bore ovalising too so higher mileage will be more affected by this. I agree to a certain extent with what Brett is saying, and as long as its had some of this work done it should last the life of the car. As you say though, it'll never appreciate in value unless a major engine overhaul has/will have taken place.

You see, I find the spanner monkeying as enjoyable as the driving. As I said before it depends on how involved you want to get with it tbh.

I'm with Sky too and have not noticed anything untoward. Windows 8 on laptop, on the Ipad, and also on the phone with Android. :shrug:

Ah you're right, didn't read it properly sorry. That said, it's been for sale a few months now iirc. May be worth a cheeky offer! Nugget G60s are pretty rare, could be a good investment.....

I'd disagree a little that the Golf will hold its value better to be honest. Provided you don't run the Corrado into the ground, and it doesn't accrue sky high mileage, I don't think the price will go down when you decide to sell.

This one too is a forum members. Maybe a deal to be done without the second engine and gearbox? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Volkswagen-Corrado-VR6-and-spare-engine-/171636215755?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item27f650cfcb

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You'll struggle to find a really good one at your budget if I'm honest. Best bet is to search out on ebay for one at auction with a low reserve. They don't seem to be fetching a great deal that way lately so provided the seller doesn't pull the plug, you may get a bargain! You'll have to be patient though and who knows if it'll be somewhere within the range you're willing to travel........

Two very good but very different cars in almost every respect! I'd say go for it. You'll always regret it if you don't try one. Like any older car, there are a few problems that may be encountered at this point in their lives. Heres a link to a good buyers guide, well worth reading and taking with you if you decide to view one! Whatever you decide, good luck! :thumbleft: http://wiki.the-corrado.net/the_corrado_buying_guide_checklist.html

A little more expensive than the 42DD equivalent, but when factoring in shipping and import duty probably not so a good alternative. UK supplier too so quicker delivery, and not polished so less bling which is better IMO too. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-12V-VR6-2-8-2-9-stainless-steel-crack-pipe-water-pipe-for-mk3-Golf-Corrado-/151558943309?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item23499df24d

I don't think it's a complete dog, but if you could knock a fair bit off to make good the rust, it would be worthwhile I reckon. Mk4 climate is a nice touch, and chains being done is certainly a bonus. Depending on how involved you are willing or comfortable with being, the bolster is easily and cheaply repaired with a good diy kit.

When I renewed some companies would match my NCB on the policy, but they were still coming in at over £500. I went with a company called markerstudy through Adrian Flux. £198 with a 4k mileage limit. Only option it doesn't include is recovery which I have independent through AA, and key cover. As I said a low mileage allowance should be much cheaper.. .....emphasis on the SHOULD though! Lol

You can get lay up insurance which may be best, but a classic policy with 1k miles should be pretty cheap - certainly cheaper than cover for a couple of months from any highstreet type company anyway.

Tidy valver on ebay with leather Recaros for the same money........

They are all the same across the Vw range up until recent models. (maybe even new models?) so don't be worried about finding one specific for the Corrado. Dealer is probably cheaper than that one in the link but not by much if you include postage from Greece! Probably get one from a local breakers yard for £2.

I'm obsessed lately mate.

I may be wrong about the colour, was viewing on my phone and looked dragon green. As mentioned though, 94 registered so not a storm. Some people just put it on the ad to draw viewers, I'm sure he knows its not a storm model really.

Certainly not a Storm. Looks Dragon Green rather than Classic Green for a start. Have a look in the wiki section under general. There's a good buyers guide in there. If you're happy to buy with the rust bits, get it sorted before long as it'll be worse under the paint. Chains replaced at this mileage I'd say are a must, and most other things are mentioned in the buyers guide. I'd recommend printing it off and taking it with you mate.

Oil leaks around that area are common. Best bet is to clean it all up, then check again. Looks to be oil cooler seals, but the oil temp sensors and filter housing adjacent to the cooler are also common failure points mate.

Bus wan**r. :lol:

Red G60 J** YSO in Collingwood parked behind car club!

Ahh Chuggs but that one has had basically a nut and bolt refurb. Every inch of it is near mint including all the bits you can't see.

As I'm sure we all like to keep a good history folder, invoices, receipts etc on our cars, I've been shown this website http://www.getpatina.com/ which appeals. You can upload invoices, photos etc to build up your cars record and keep it all online. Its no substitute for a hard copy of what you have, but always nice to keep a record for any eventuality. There's some good features like being able to transfer your online record to a new owner if you sell the car, and also to get invoices that you upload verified by the company that carried out the work. You can keep it private if you like but its a good online history bank I think. Seems like an interesting idea so I've signed up and will give it a go. Anyone else?

Scuttle needs to be removed by undoing the 2 screws on the outer edges, remove wipers, remove seal at the front, then prise the front up out of the retaining clips on the lip. They should then slide a couple of centimetres or lift straight off of the clips at the back. Be wary though, it's likely they have been bonded on if the car has had a screen replacement in the past. In which case you'll have to gently prise them off too. I wouldn't recommend removing the top door rubbers. They're very fragile and don't need to be painted. Just remove the slot seal running along the bottom of the window. You'll almost certainly need replacements though as they are metal backed and deform easily when bent. They are available from VW heritage if you can't or don't want to re-use them. With the window down, just get something at the edge to lift it slightly whilst gently pushing toward the window, and work your way along without raising it too high at any point.

To get the oil temp up and operating at its most effective before putting the engine under load. The reason you shouldn't rag a car with the engine cold as it will cause premature wear.