seanl82 23 Posted February 15, 2016 Not a bad little run around mate! Must admit I do like these, its like going back to proper little hot hatches as they've all got a bit fat over the years. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted February 15, 2016 Not a bad little run around mate! Must admit I do like these, its like going back to proper little hot hatches as they've all got a bit fat over the years. It is mate, its Mk3 Golf size at a guess so no where near the size of a modern Golf.. Don't get me wrong id love a Golf GTI but they are expensive and i don't really need the extra room in the car.. The equipment level is no different and the lack of power is made up for by the reduced weight... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robrado974 1 Posted February 15, 2016 Very nice indeedy . We purchased the Golf TSI , as our daily (well the Mrs really) .i know what you mean by the mod cons lol . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
easypops 8 Posted February 15, 2016 Looks great mate, looking forward to seeing it and all its gadgets :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
delfinis38 1 Posted February 16, 2016 Mmm lovely. Ive got a white polo like that but not Gti. Love the sunroof on mine. Enjoy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted March 6, 2016 Small update. The 8v made it way to a new home yesterday.. What a brilliant car it has been and i hope it continues for its new owner (who is on here).. Im continuing to enjoy the Polo.. Its now run in and I've done quite a lot of miles in such a short period of time. The car will sit while I'm away with work so no real danger of any Millennium Falcon mileages.. Only addition to the car is a private reg, just had to be done.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will.I.Dub 11 Posted March 6, 2016 Small update. The 8v made it way to a new home yesterday.. What a brilliant car it has been and i hope it continues for its new owner (who is on here).. Did the 330 mile trip yesterday without missing a beat, my first time driving an 8 valve and I was pleasantly surprised at how eager and flexible it is and averaged 38mpg. Thanks again Goldie for coming up to meet me and good to meet you. Here it is in transit Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
delfinis38 1 Posted March 6, 2016 Cool... Is that a ferry ? Like the reg plate goldie... Must get one for my white polo... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will.I.Dub 11 Posted March 6, 2016 Cool... Is that a ferry ? It is, Cairnryan to Belfast, car will have ROI reg. soon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted March 6, 2016 Cool... Is that a ferry ? Like the reg plate goldie... Must get one for my white polo... Thanks.. The plate was from the DVLA and they have loads of PO10 plates available.. Did the 330 mile trip yesterday without missing a beat, my first time driving an 8 valve and I was pleasantly surprised at how eager and flexible it is and averaged 38mpg. Thanks again Goldie for coming up to meet me and good to meet you. Here it is in transit No problem, good to meet you.. It really is a great engine for daily use.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted March 14, 2016 Have managed to spend a little bit of time on the VR sorting a couple of little jobs. The last few times id driven it i had found that when returning to idle the car would drop the revs and sometimes cut out so tried a replacement MAF today and bobs your uncle.. Also the rear wheel bearings were too loose so tightened them up. When i next get the chance it will be serviced and MOTd but probably wont move much sadly.. Am very pleased that car started on the first turn of the key. It hasn't seen daylight for almost 7 months.. Here are a couple of pictures to prove it still exists and one of the Polo which will be static for a month or so as i have a holiday coming up.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Harrier 1 Posted March 14, 2016 Shame that you are not going to get out in it much this year, still looking stunning :) Apart from someone has nicked your centre caps ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted April 29, 2016 Fresh MOT on the Corrado today, always a relief for us all.. Knew the horn wasn't operational on the Momo wheel so switched over to US Spec SLC steering wheel which i do like.. May get it freshened up as its a bit shiney.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted April 29, 2016 Looking good mate. How you finding the Polo? I'm on the look out for a run around and fancy something modern for a change. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted April 29, 2016 Looking good mate. How you finding the Polo? I'm on the look out for a run around and fancy something modern for a change. Absolutely great.. Solid, all the toys, big car feel in a small package and with plenty of poke.. The corrado felt very old today after using it... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diarmaid16 1 Posted April 29, 2016 That driver's seat looks like it's never been sat in! Liking the steering wheel. Sent from my GT-I8200N using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mic_VR 3 Posted April 29, 2016 Yeah that's my only issue, am I going to want to drive the rado if I get something new... :lol: Glad you're enjoying it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robrado974 1 Posted April 29, 2016 The VR is looking great . My Mrs daily is the Golf 1.4 TSI . Nice to drive a modern car ......but I still love the VR more . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted April 29, 2016 Yeah that's my only issue, am I going to want to drive the rado if I get something new... :lol: Glad you're enjoying it. There is such a difference between old and new cars.. I went from the 8v daily to the Polo so its a 20 year jump.. New cars don't have the same character perhaps but the Polo is a very good balance of refinement and enjoyment.. That driver's seat looks like it's never been sat in! Liking the steering wheel. Sent from my GT-I8200N using Tapatalk Thanks mate, it has been sat in, i don't use a cover but feel i probably will end up going that way at some point.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted April 29, 2016 Sent from my SM-G357FZ using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goldie 2 Posted April 29, 2016 Sent from my SM-G357FZ using Tapatalk Indeed mate... First round is on me next time i see you.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted April 29, 2016 As said mate no problem glad gaz was Sent from my SM-G357FZ using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lilfuzzer 1 Posted April 29, 2016 Gentle buddy Sent from my SM-G357FZ using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KIPVW 0 Posted April 29, 2016 Looking good Michael 👍 Sent from my GT-I9195 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmalyan 11 Posted April 29, 2016 Great news! Those seats do look amazing, you must wear silk trousers when driving, to keep them looking that good!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
