thamouse1981 0 Posted March 22, 2015 I have just viewed a corrado vr6 the cosmetics were not great but the engine seemed very good and well looked after. However should i be concerned that a 99k engine hasnt had chains/tensioners/clutch or head gasket done? How fragile is the vr6 engine? I know there is know schedule for the chains to be changed but a lot of people do so there must be an issue somewhere. Thanks for all input Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thamouse1981 0 Posted March 22, 2015 *there is no schedule Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanl82 23 Posted March 22, 2015 I'd budget for chains & tensioner etc if you go for it. 100 - 120k is recommended for change, although 20 years is a long time for plastic guides and a slightly weak point in the top tensioner bolt and rail anyway. Depending on how hard a life it's had, clutch would be at the back of my mind too. I always budget for a major service regardless if it's due as well. Water pump would be a good shout too. As much as it's nice have a low mileage car, it's 20 years old and unlikely to be without its problems due to that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thamouse1981 0 Posted March 22, 2015 I think it has previously had the aux water pump done, do most people do the chains themselves? Are the parts still available ie gaskets and seals? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VAG-hag 0 Posted March 22, 2015 Parts are easy to get and chains are doable if you are spanner happy. Use the potential work as a buying leaver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zygalski 10 Posted March 22, 2015 Is this the one in Dorset? I was tempted to make the pilgrimage but I want a more standard VR6. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thamouse1981 0 Posted March 22, 2015 Yes its relatively local to me, it is a really honest car other than the wheels which were fitted when he bought it. It also has a start button which i wasnt a fan of so would intend on getting a new gear stick surround. The interior other than the button is very good condition. Heater direction doesnt work and spins freely. Exterior has many car park dints on the angles but only a little rust. Bonnet is stone chipped so im fairly convinced it is original paint...but it drove fantastically really smooth no fresh oil leaks just a bit of old residue. I would budget front and side respray. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tony_ack 0 Posted March 23, 2015 Push start might be hiding a broken ignition switch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thamouse1981 0 Posted March 23, 2015 I was thinking along the same lines tony i find it a strange mod to have an immobilizer key, put the keys in ignition turn it on then push a button! May as well turn the key Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger Chatfield 0 Posted March 23, 2015 Ignition switch is an easy fix however chains and tensioners are a gearbox off job. Unlike most engines the timing gear on the VR is not on the free end. It's not a bad job if you are handy with the scanners. Rog. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
