kirade 0 Posted July 27, 2012 (edited) Wanted another so the hunt began. Had to be red, and with these cars buy on condition not miles, found this example down in Manchester, drove it home, 400 odd mile journey, no problems whatsoever, except the crap wipers, which are being replaced, average of 35mpg the whole way, so that's quite good for a VR, actually getter than the G60 did. I few jobs needing done, and suspension and wheels to be fitted. Edited July 27, 2012 by kirade Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted July 27, 2012 Got to love them in red :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daleyboy 0 Posted July 27, 2012 Got to love them in red :) Agree, but then i might be biased.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 2 Posted July 28, 2012 It's a fantastic colour when it's polished and waxed - so bright :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamiehamy 0 Posted July 28, 2012 Got to love them in red :) Well said that man! This looks great, I wish my paint looked like that. i've have lovely shony wings, but the rest is fading with peeling lacquer. No rust so don't mind that as a compromise. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anne t 10 Posted July 28, 2012 I like this,very nice:thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Overmind 10 Posted July 28, 2012 Looks like a great example :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirade 0 Posted July 28, 2012 Started cleaning the arches etc, made a huge difference... clear side markers TT pedals Lupo wipers ---------- Post added at 10:59 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:56 AM ---------- fitted a BMC filter, for improved VR6 note ---------- Post added at 11:52 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:59 AM ---------- Took some time off work so got stuck into the Raddo AP coil-overs arrived, along with new top mounts front & rear Fitted a Momo steering wheel, makes a big difference from the standard set up Fitted the new rims... ---------- Post added at 11:59 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:52 AM ---------- I always disliked the bonnet soundproofing, its made of foam which just crumbles and makes a mess, so it was all removed, took an age, but much happier with the end result. I then changed all the standard screw/nut fittings for the headlights lights, radiator, bonnet catch etc for stainless, was lucky as they all came off no problem, it helps buying a southern car Rear end number plate plinth was changed for a SpoonFed Tuning rear carbon fibre plinth, I will be changing a lot more parts with carbon fibre Interior gauges were updated to DDI back lit dials, and I changed the LCD to red, all switches will be changed to red illumination, once I get all the parts together, another work in progress. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirade 0 Posted July 28, 2012 did some more cleaning, bumper off and rear tidied up, before... after... Gave exhaust tip a good clean up and polish while the bumper was removed rear bumper bar was sent off to be powder coated, and everything is nice clean & rust free ---------- Post added at 12:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:04 PM ---------- Managed to get some rather comfy seats... Half leather Recaros from a Canadian spec Raddo set about giving them a good clean, re-dyed the leather, and then a leather feed, job done that's everything so far, a years work, and still lots to do, plans for the future... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daves16v 1 Posted July 28, 2012 Good job! Liking the rims :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4eyes2wheels 0 Posted July 28, 2012 Lovely example! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Laser Mark 0 Posted July 28, 2012 Loving the red......:thumbleft: I do like Rado's on 5 spoke alloys. I don't know what it is, they seem to suit it quite well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirade 0 Posted September 1, 2012 (edited) more updates, went in for MOT and nothing required Went in for MOT nothing required so chuffed. Did some all red rears LED Orange bulbs, and a resistor, orange flash indicators Fitted the Recaros more jobs done today, the dreaded roof ling clean, after 19 years of use the head liner was a bit on the grubby side, so it was duly removed for a freshen up... before 50/50 after half way, interior trims still to be refitted came up mint, a good 6 hours of graft tho, but nice and clean now, all trims, sun visors etc. were cleaned up at the same time. Edited September 1, 2012 by kirade Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirade 0 Posted February 10, 2013 took it out today for a warm up Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paddy26 3 Posted February 10, 2013 Car looks really well in that last pic. Some really nice mods done. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G60MAT 0 Posted April 9, 2015 Looks great any more updates? :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 9, 2015 did some more cleaning, bumper off and rear tidied up, before... after... Gave exhaust tip a good clean up and polish while the bumper was removed rear bumper bar was sent off to be powder coated, and everything is nice clean & rust free ---------- Post added at 12:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:04 PM ---------- Managed to get some rather comfy seats... Half leather Recaros from a Canadian spec Raddo set about giving them a good clean, re-dyed the leather, and then a leather feed, job done that's everything so far, a years work, and still lots to do, plans for the future... Very very nice looking :clap: Love all the work u done so far too :thumb right: Can I ask in the rear bumper off PIC, on right is that the sunroof drain tube? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 9, 2015 And what did u use to clean head lining? Took my head lining off and the rear coat hooks I still can't get off :eek: Was your easy to remove? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted April 9, 2015 Not been updated for 2 years Wayne. But in answer to your question, yes that's the rear sunroof drain. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted April 9, 2015 But in answer to your question, yes that's the rear sunroof drain. :rofl: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coullstar 0 Posted April 9, 2015 I think Mike still has it tucked away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jamie 1 Posted April 9, 2015 Think Matt bumped it in the hope of sniffing out a sale Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G60MAT 0 Posted April 10, 2015 Think Matt bumped it in the hope of sniffing out a sale How very dare you! ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kirade 0 Posted August 4, 2015 I think Mike still has it tucked away. Indeed I do, currently doing a few jobs on it, new radiator, clutch master cylinder and service, might even get it back on the road this year. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1xshaunx1 27 Posted August 5, 2015 Good man it looks great Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
