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H-M3 17th February 2021 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Architex_mA8tey (Post 163075)
The 1.6 Fsi is 110 bhp and drives really well to keep up with traffic and overtake etc, still seems to do 40 mpg around town and up to 55 on a longer run :D
The only downside is car tax which is dearer than the diesels at £165/Yr +++

Is your one lowered, have you had major issues with it?
Thanks

Architex_mA8tey 18th February 2021 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by H-M3 (Post 163138)
Is your one lowered, have you had major issues with it?
Thanks

I'm not aware its been lowered (bearing in mind I've only just got it!), its just got 18" wheels and lower profile tyres on it which does "fill the arches". There were lots of brand new spares in the boot including standard shock absorbers which have since been fitted along with new turret top mounts which were worn as normal for the mileage. The car does drive nicely now the shocks are replaced. The car also came with an interesting "start button" which had been added because the owner hadn't got around to changing the ignition barrel, but again there was a brand new spare in the boot which is now fitted! +++ There is also a complete set of Bose speakers and amp in the boot which may get retrofitted as well.

I'm gradually replacing various bits of trim which get worn on those cars, but again by buying a red leather interior to swap in it came with matching door cards which had better switch gear so that has helped! I will shortly have a full black sports interior to sell on once its all cleaned up properly +++

Next work will engine mounts, FSI engine clean and manifolds sorted, injectors checked for condition and operation (refurbed if needed) and a full service then all should be good mechanically it will get a new MOT during March +++

Then it will be on to improving any bodywork issues and valeting / detailing it :D

H-M3 18th February 2021 11:23 AM

And I thought you were going to say that it will be up for sale!:p
Not jealous :love:
You doing this by yourself or garage?

Architex_mA8tey 18th February 2021 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by H-M3 (Post 163154)
And I thought you were going to say that it will be up for sale!:p
Not jealous :love:
You doing this by yourself or garage?

I guess it might be when all completed who knows? :Confused::D
but it already has interested parties at first dibs and second dibs - form an orderly queue here! :rolleyes:

I'm very much reliant on my local mechanic this end and also hopefully a short sharp visit to the A2 Doctor(!) later for one or two jobs (on the basis that it is neither murple or a D2! :tuttut:) but happy to have a tinker with trim and valeting etc when the weather warms up a bit :cool:

H-M3 18th February 2021 12:04 PM

I think I should get first Dibs as I am being effected by ULEZ.:D

Architex_mA8tey 18th February 2021 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by H-M3 (Post 163157)
I think I should get first Dibs as I am being effected by ULEZ.:D

:ROFL:
Well maybe I had better organise an arm wrestling contest to see who has first dibs and sell tickets to watch online!! :D
(PS I dont fancy your chances much!)

H-M3 18th February 2021 04:05 PM

:D

tintin 18th February 2021 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Architex_mA8tey (Post 163158)
:ROFL:
Well maybe I had better organise an arm wrestling contest to see who has first dibs and sell tickets to watch online!! :D
(PS I dont fancy your chances much!)

You'll be able to sell tickets for this arm wrestling match at this rate! ;)

27litres 26th February 2021 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Architex_mA8tey (Post 163008)
Here's my "recent child" along with its red interior now being added!

Nice wheels :D
Would 19's fit?

Architex_mA8tey 26th February 2021 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by 27litres (Post 163475)
Nice wheels :D
Would 19's fit?

Not sure - those on there are 18's and its already all pretty tight fit! :D


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