seanl82

That Concept has been around for a while now. In fact, its been posted on here a couple of times already over the last year or so. I don't think it looks too bad tbh, although maybe a little big. Looks a similar size to the newer style Mustang which I don't think it should be. As Matt has said, it looks like a Civic and Rocco bodged together, and in a recent thread I'd prefer it to be a direct competitor for either the TT or R8. Obviously Aldi being part of VW, they're never going to do that.

Don't buy the soft interior brush from the detailing sites. They're about 6 quid from them, but I kid you not theyre exactly the same as any reasonable quality shoe brush you can pick up from any supermarket for a quid!

Doubt I'll have car back from paint and on the road by then unfortunately. Would have been a good 'first outing' too. :(

Looks ace that. :thumbleft: Can't wait for mine to be done too!!

They look huge though, sure they'll fit?

Pulled this off ebay as it only got to about £2 then.............

Mine has body coloured boot too, but I'm sure the shells were primer dipped, then base coat sprayed obviously without windows etc, as the interior under the carpets and rear seats/rear cards are light, but have a very thin base coat/overspray all over. Is yours completely different then? Do you have the original service book, as there should be a duplicate sticker on the inside of the front page. A HPI check should also confirm if there has been registered colour change in the past mate.

I'll have drivers side fog if Chris (lilfuzzer) doesn't want it.

I think those are second hand glass with seals they're selling for that price Matt. Mine are in decent shape so hoping that doesn't need doing. My list from heritage includes scrapers, door aperture seals for both sides, and tailgate seal. ARZ I've got Mirror base seals, sunroof seal, emblem grommets, and a few other bits and bobs for the interior like fuse cover clips and little bits like that. Heritage comes in at £360, and ARZ is 140 euros plus shipping which is 30 euros. Think I may leave the tailgate trim though at £105, as its not really essential. I do need a drivers outer door seal though but may have to get a used one as I can't find any new. Mine is split a little on the verticle part. Anything you think I may have missed or that you have? I've already got replacement Corrado and VR6 badges to go on the back in good condition, and the roof aerial seal was replaced not long ago so that should be fine. Only thing I'm worried about is the rear number plate tub. Mines been painted in the past so its obviously already been off the car, and I don't know what state it'll be in when I take it off this time. Think I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.........

Welcome, looks very nice! Gliptone leather cleaner, and conditioner too are a good bet. Will restore and feed the leather leaving it soft and supple. :thumbleft:

Oh sorry! I did look round but weren't sure who you were to ask if it was ok, I was very gentle though! lol

Did the grilles fit back over when fitted? Good to know if so, cheers. :thumbleft:

Who's that really good looking chap in the background on the first pic........:smug: (No not Rog!) Car looked great, can't believe how light that Carbon bonnet is too. :thumbleft:

The expansion tank is just two prongs. The water obviously completes the circuit. When the water drops below the level of the prongs, it becomes open circuit and triggers the dash illumination. I think there must just be a batch of poorly made tanks by the sound of it. Mine didn't do it straight away, it only started happening last weekend. I looked at the connector you suggested today Chris, but my pins are both the same length. I think it must be the connection between the pins and prongs that are at fault. Mine is also intermittent. It seems to either come straight on at switch on, or not at all. I'll take it out next weekend when it comes off the road, and get tps to replace it.

I went with ERB who you recommended actually Martin. The other place was Airport bodyshop in Fareham. Not much in it, but instinct told me to go with ERB. Mines coming off the road this weekend Matt. MOT is due Monday but I want to put my 288mm brakes on first and then begin prep in plenty of time so I know what other things I need to order. I'll get the Mot done on completion. I've already got a list for close to £500 between Heritage and ARZ tuning though! :eek:

Did you advertise it anywhere else Chris? Just wondered if it was staying within the forum. Shame to see it saunter off to the midst of e38 or something............

Haha! Congrats on the quick sale, and securing of the new one Chris, really looking forward to seeing it this!

If you put for seller to pay fees using paypal, it automatically puts it on mate. GLWS, these look phenomenal on the car! :thumbleft:

Looking good Sean. I was planning on doing this and even bought the handbrake, until I remembered that the original had been welded to within an inch of its life so would take an enormous amount of grinding to get it off. I did bugger all today by the way, apart from watching Frozen with my 6 year old daughter! :oops: Been feeling sorry for myself after a few too many last night!

Are these not the ones on ebay, as I'm the current high bidder.

As above. I bought the eBay copy and it fits perfectly. Been on since the middle of December and no problems what so ever.

Last updated over a year ago Lee!

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Its release coincided with record high at the time fuel prices, and that buzz word again, recession! That coupled with the fact it was very expensive for the time, meant it was destined to fail tbh. I'm sure they wanted to sell far more, but realised after the 6-7 years it was on sale that it was due a facelift/upgrade so it just wasn't financially viable unfortunately. I don't think they'd release a new one like they've done with the Scirrocco either. The Rocco was more widely known, and covers the coupe market for VW. I think the only avenue VW have not explored yet, is something to compete against Audi R8, ie the affordable supercar market. The fact that Audi are obviously part of VW though, means thats pretty unlikely.

I was actually drawn to the front. I've said it a few times, but I couldn't tell you what a Corrado was 3 years ago. I bought a mk3 Golf s because I was bored in work and had a lot of free time on my hands, so needed a project. It was on the way to a local forum meet that I fell in love with them. There was one following me up the A38 and I couldn't keep my eyes off the rear view mirror. Almost rear ended a few people that day I tell you! :lol: The fact its also got a great arse, and beautiful sweeping lines from head to tail, all make it timeless in my opinion as well. Amazing from any angle, and never fails to make me look over my shoulder, even almost 3 years after buying my first.