Jim 1 Posted July 4, 2012 I wouldn't waste the money you make from selling the Corrado, on the Golf... ditch both, buy something newer / more modern but with the TDI and move onwards and upwards. You will miss the Corrado but if you have something a bit more modern and reliable, but still VAG and still moddable, you'll not miss it too much :) I'm looking forward to driving my VR6 again but I can't honestly say I've missed it that much since getting the Octavia VRS.... you might find the same if you get something fun, perhaps with the PD150 or better diesel engine? It'll be a shame if you sell though Jake.. all the time and money you've put into that! Be a shame to see you go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Thanks guys i know it will be a shame to sell after all this but needs must unfortunatley. Just can't find anything I like so far defo looking for a high spec TDI. Bora, passat estates. I do like the sound of the 2.5 tdi passat but trying to find a manual at a decent price isn't easy. any one else recomend. Somethig? Dont worry jim i will still be on the forum and go to some events and local get to gethers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted July 4, 2012 Can you find a MK4 Golf Anniversary for that kind of money? Always liked those... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Portent 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Shame to see you sell up. Good luck with whatever you move on to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted July 4, 2012 That's a shame Jake, but looks like the correct decision :( What about a Fabia vRS or Octavia vRS TDi? I'm sure Lew/Heather would let you have a go in their Fab if you asked nicely? Fantastic car! The Octy vRS has the 170bhp TDi engine. ---------- Post added at 12:24 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:24 PM ---------- ps- we'll still be expecting you to come along to all the meets 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted July 4, 2012 Fabia VRS is an excellent shout.... get one of those and stick a Shark Performance remap on it... it'd probably annhilate your Corrado in a straight line whilst still getting 40MPG :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Fabia VRS ent bad. Dont worry Andy I will still be around, made some good friends though the corrado but not going to let that slip just because I dont have one any more ---------- Post added at 3:28 PM ---------- Previous post was at 3:16 PM ---------- I do like the look of the Seat Leon cupra tdi's ---------- Post added at 3:58 PM ---------- Previous post was at 3:28 PM ---------- Going to try and get a test drive in this. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2001-51-Volkswagen-Passat-V6-TDI-2-5TD-MANUAL-4-doors-/330683177658?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4cfe40daba Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bristolbaron 10 Posted July 4, 2012 £500 drop in screen price since the pics were taken, probably been in stock a while so could be up for a deal on it too.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaded2882 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Shame to hear you're selling, I'm sure you will be back to Corrados in the future. Hope to see you still at some shows though, remember you still have to have that ride in the Ribena Beast? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
captainredeye 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Gutted for you Jake! If its for the best it will help you part with the c no end but the main thing is its not your first corrado and a sure bet its not the last. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon green 4 Posted July 4, 2012 Good luck Jake, You've been a breath of fresh air for the forum, See you soon in your new Corrado ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Thanks guys, it certainly something I've had a good think about. Im pretty sure this wont be my last corrado, might do me some good to have some time away from a Corrado. Only thing that would keep me in a corrado at the moment was if I was offered my old valver! but I will get another one when things get better and have some time and money to spare. In the words of the terminator "I'll be back" even tho Im not going any where, I will still be on the forum, such a great place to just chat all thanks to the people on here :D Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewvw 10 Posted July 4, 2012 Like Andy said you can drive Heathers Fabia any time, It's been remapped and deffo feels quicker than my Corrado, dunno about your's though :) can see your viewpoint at the minute though, Corrado's are a real money pit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VEEDUBHEV 0 Posted July 4, 2012 Hi Swompy. Long time no see. Sorry to hear you are selling your corrado, but you are not alone. I'm about to sell mine to. It's a real wrench & I can't talk about it too much else I'll start crying again, lol. Basically I need more doors after having my daughter but I have really enjoyed my corrado owning experience. Funny how I remember you getting excited over being in that vid I posted of all the corrados on that cruise from local meet to D&G "I'm famous" lol. Take care! Hev :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLCSO 0 Posted July 7, 2012 Fabia VRS ent bad. Dont worry Andy I will still be around, made some good friends though the corrado but not going to let that slip just because I dont have one any more ---------- Post added at 3:28 PM ---------- Previous post was at 3:16 PM ---------- I do like the look of the Seat Leon cupra tdi's ---------- Post added at 3:58 PM ---------- Previous post was at 3:28 PM ---------- Going to try and get a test drive in this. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2001-51-Volkswagen-Passat-V6-TDI-2-5TD-MANUAL-4-doors-/330683177658?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4cfe40daba Such a shame after all the work you've had done.... Not sure about V6 Tdi, heard all to often that you are better off with the 1.9 130bhp, better engine, better economy, less tax etc etc... Personally love my A4 Sport Tdi like this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160832766724?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Good luck with the sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted July 7, 2012 I'd second that about the V6 TDi. Not that great economy at all. My sis has the A4 and her husband used to have the A6. Lovely cars, but not much faster than the 'lesser' engines and much less frugal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 7, 2012 I have been doing some research and come across the same reviews about the 2.5, the one 1,9 seams to be the better engine all round. I do like the look of audi A4 both the avant and saloon models. Its just trying to find one with decent miles at a decent price Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 10, 2012 I've changed my mind.....again and im going to keep the old girl and take her off the road for a bit! going to sort out little niggle bits as well as look at going AWD and charging the 24v lump. Ambitious I know but will be something I can take my time over and learn my way around the car. also going to sort the body work out, strip the under seal and treat rust as well as get the paint work sorted. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
captainredeye 0 Posted July 10, 2012 Thank god for that! good decision Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vornwend 0 Posted July 10, 2012 Are you mad? Wait, don't answer that we already know the answer! You can certainly save some dosh with it off the road - I even cancelled my insurance last autumn/winter - bit risky perhaps! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 10, 2012 Haha yes I do need my brain examined! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 14, 2012 Been messing around with some very bright paint and the roof of my daily over the last few days. Didnt quite come out 100% the matt white base coat ran a little under the masking tape which is a bit of a pain. Plus some of the newspaper let some paint through :( Just need to touch it up with some matt black and a bit of wet and dry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fanjita 1 Posted July 18, 2012 Swompy, Just going back a few pages, the power issue you were having...What engine and management are you running? MK4? MK5? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted July 18, 2012 The engine came from a bora 4motion so would mk4 AUE code I think it's the standard ecu with a map can't remember which one tho. I think the map is just a generic one to reduce the throttle response as on the 24v it's very sensitive Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
