View Full Version : New car help sil vous plez
Right, im struggling here
Im in the market for a new car, as my golf just isnt reliable enough for what i want/need, and im also craving some fast road ability again.
So, im on the hunt for something new.
Now, criteria.
Must be less than 5yrs old, Newer the better really.
Small(ish)
Lightweight as can be
Pretty cheap to run
Less than £10k
Most importantly FUN to drive!!!
At the moment, im being swayed big time by the Renault Sport Clio 182 Trophy. Coming in around the 7k mark for a circa20k mile, 55 plate car. Nice spec too.
Any body got any inputs as to a decent rival?
Im racking my brain thinking, and all im coming up with is the EP3 Civic Type R, or maybe even an NA VX220.
Its only going to be used minimally during the week for b road blasts to the GFs house, and the occasional track day on a weekend/Motorway jaunt to see the family. So i dont need big luggage space either.
Also, anybody got any experience with the Trophy/182 Cup?
Opinions and suggestions welcome.
Southie
09-12-08, 10:58 AM
How about a s2000 :thumb:
if you have "insurance" issues.... then an S2000 is not the way to go lol.
What about a Fiesta ST (and maybe add in the mountune 165/185 bits :D)
They are a riot to drive, handle well on track as std. The only thing that pisses me off is the ear bleeding noise on the motorway.
VX is a much fun choice.... There is currently a £10K s/c'd one on the vx forum :D (my mate also picked up a very very nice example for £9K recently)
Already had one, and im not gonna get a decent one for sub 10k/less than 5yrs old.
Too unpredictable to be fun to drive too
Cheers for your input Stu
Not a big fan of the ST i have to say, driven a few and felt very detatched from the driving experience.
Insurance isnt really an issue, but we all want everything dirt cheap dont we.
im after a compromise, a balance of decent insurance/MPG/servicing costs etc
brainsnova
09-12-08, 11:08 AM
audi tt v6
Year (of specifications)2006
Engine3.2L V6
Transmission6 speed manual-auto AWD
Max speed155 mph
0-60 mph6.0 seconds
Horsepower250 bhp @ 6300 rpm
weight1556 kgs / 3428 lbs
audi tt v6
FAR Too heavy and thirsty!!
Cheers for your input Stu
Not a big fan of the ST i have to say, driven a few and felt very detatched from the driving experience.
Insurance isnt really an issue, but we all want everything dirt cheap dont we.
im after a compromise, a balance of decent insurance/MPG/servicing costs etc
given how well attached the VX is to the whole experience, I find the ST almost as well connected. strange.
Oh and while a MK4 astra might seem "big", they are well worth considering.... although might fall foul of the sub 5 year rule lol
Theres not actually a great deal out there really.
And tbh, i cant see a mk4 setting the world on fire for me either.
Something nimble, lightweight, very chuckable etc is what im after really.
At the moment, all i can come up with is any of the RS clios 172/182/Cups/Trophy - Hell even an ex demo 197 for 10k. Or an EP3, but im not overly keen on them either as the steering is electric and instills zero confidence at all.
The more i read my replies, the more i think im already sold on the little french bubble!
I too thought a MK4 would be dull as dishwater..... After the GF fooked off on the M4 once we picked it up (I couldnt be ****d doing over 90 int he VX as its too noisy). I jumped in and had a drive, maybe I was expecting so little that what it did give was impressive lol But I can point to point on A/B roads about 95% as fast as in the VX, plus its far more confidence inspiring in the wet lol And thats only the 1.8 sri, I'd imagine the 2.0tubby would be far more fun.
Not a fan of the french bubbles... too harsh and rattely for my liking (yes even compared to the VX :D )
Golf not reliable? What are you doing to it, even my sister couldn't break hers! lol
I would say MR2, but the newer ones aren't really all that compared to the older models. MX5? RX8? You could probably grab a 350Z for a snip under £10k
There's a 2003 Westfield SEI on autotrader for £7995? :D
brainsnova
09-12-08, 11:24 AM
im scared to say it pug 106 gti. light and fast.
Driven the MK4 tubby GSi and i didnt think it handled that great tbh.
Agree on the rattle front, but if it rattles, remove it, save weight :D
I may be clouded with my judgement though, after all, having owned 3DC5s and a DC2 theres not much FWD wise that can match there sheer grip and handling.
Jack, RX8 is a contender, but again, too thirsty for my liking.
Same with 350Z, and the Newer MR2 is just plain gay.
Spotted the westfield though, but i cant see myself using one everyday.
As for the golf. It was overheating and running pump so Its had new headgasket and studs, thermostat, thermostat housing, radiator, header tank and cap, complete coolant flush,water pump, new timing belt/rollers, plugs, leads, dizzy/cap/rotor arm, oil and filter.
Its still running like a bag of sh1te and overheating!!
im scared to say it pug 106 gti. light and fast.
Do you know what, i have considered them, but i want something newer, something that isnt gonna be breaking every couple of mins.
Although still on the reserve list, good choice ;)
I'd have voted for the 106 if it wasn't so... french lol
Although I always said if I ditched the Nova I'd have a 106 GTi.
[edit] How about a 306 Rallye? Or would they be too old?
brainsnova
09-12-08, 11:33 AM
if only the germans had built the 106 they would be robust.
if only the germans had built the 106 they would be robust.
but still fail.... only in more spectactular ways
Welsh Dan
09-12-08, 11:55 AM
I was going to say westfield aswell.
Focus ASBO?
Southie
09-12-08, 11:56 AM
206 gti 180 if you are contemplating the french cars. :D
Focus ASBO sounds good, but thats about it.
When i drove one it suffered epic lag, and was so front heavy its untrue.
And thirsty!!!!!!!!!
306 im not keen on at all
206, have a word sweetheart!
I said something that handles!!
L33 LEG
09-12-08, 12:07 PM
Dc5?
Ive had 3 DC5s mate
And the insurance is hardly cheap on them now!
even with 300bhp the ASBO feels sluggish, and far from a great handling car too.
sounds more like a VX is the way to go :D you can then hetro up a bit as you are way gayer than a VX ever could be :p
Haha VX is far too manly for me!! LMAO
Its a toss up at the mo between aVX and a Trophy/182FF Cup
The only problem being is i will be buying from a dealer, so finding a VX that meets my criteria financially will be a struggle.
try adrian blythe (although they are priced high... similar to Piston Heads tax but not as silly) and Pure Lotus.
Infact if you can find a VX at a Lotus dealers you should get one for a good price as the Lotus dealer wont want a Vauxhall sat there and will want shot of it ASAP
Yeah, Blythe seem to be rather high priced.
Pure Lotus are quite a drive from me too.
Been having a good look around for a few weeks now.
Not many trophys about, but majority are very low miles, 55plate cars,
Austin.J
09-12-08, 12:43 PM
http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/786828.htm
6 years old, but i'd bet its fun to drive. lol
http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/798671.htm
Alot older than you'd like... would be fun though. lol
LMAO at the lotus
Nice but too old and fragile
V6, drool, thirsty, expensive to run.
206 gti 180 if you are contemplating the french cars. :D
LOL My sister had one of those as well back in the day. Absolutely shocking car - quick in a straight line but point it at a corner and you may as well just close your eyes and pray!
Also the most unreliable electrics I've ever known in a car. At the slightest hint of frost the alarm would freeze up and refuse to deactivate lol
Get the VX, you know it makes sense :D
nova danny1
09-12-08, 12:51 PM
just a thought but what about this?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/57-CORSA-VXR-TURBO-DAMAGED-REPAIRABLE-SALVAGE-REDUCED_W0QQitemZ270310581982QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAu tomobiles_UK?hash=item270310581982&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A7%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318
or this one?
http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/VAUXHALL+CORSA/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-91-240-4294966945-4294966969/advert.action?R=200841320822960&distance=59&postcode=S14+1ah&channel=CARS&make=VAUXHALL&model=CORSA&min_pr=&max_pr=11000&max_mileage=
or this,wow!less than 10k! low mileage for it's age too.
http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/VAUXHALL+ASTRA/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-91-240-4294966635-4294966969/advert.action?R=200836317876185&distance=131&postcode=S14+1ah&channel=CARS&make=VAUXHALL&model=ASTRA&min_pr=&max_pr=11000&max_mileage=
he said light.... an astra VXR is far from light lol
Austin.J
09-12-08, 01:00 PM
http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/799193.htm
Small engine? "should" be cheap-ish to run, great in the twisties?
http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/666602.htm
May need to push the budget up a "little" bit, think he wanted 60k for this last time, would be fun though!
http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/809412.htm
Dont go round... go over. lol
Jim Mcrae
09-12-08, 01:00 PM
S3 or too heavy?
nova danny1
09-12-08, 01:03 PM
he said light.... an astra VXR is far from light lol
just a thought but still a good car and less than 10k:D
S3 or too heavy?
Very much too heavy - 1500kgs for a 3dr hatchback is insane. Thats heavier than my GT4!
I know its not in the your criteria for "newish car" but light, fast, fun to drive, I'd settle for an Escort Cosworth (1300 odd Kg and 227bhp as standard, which many are not anymore :thumb:) plenty about running a snip over/under 300bhp for around the £10k mark ;)
Come with or without leather, with/without sunroof, small turbo, big turbo etc etc etc
hc coupe
09-12-08, 01:07 PM
Honda civic type R, HERE (http://pistonheads.co.uk/sales/802239.htm) , It must be better than a clio , hold its value better , trouble free ....ect ...oh and a vtec yo ,??
Not sure what fuel is like on then but i would guess everyday (Keep it below the magic 6,000 + RMP it can't be too bad.)
Thats what I would get,
IMO :)
edit: not sure now i've seen those seats lol
EP3s cant be that good at all going by there low insurance group:thumb:
Southie
09-12-08, 01:13 PM
A definate no no then on the 206 lol
How about a Skoda Fabia VRS :D
craig green
09-12-08, 01:13 PM
After reading the replies so far I've failed to come up with anything other than a BMW 325 compact. Not exactly desirable but capable of 7 secs to 60.
I just wish I had 10k for a new motor.
nova danny1
09-12-08, 01:31 PM
I know this is not really any of the things that you want apart from it's less than 5years old and it's less than 10k,I'd have this imo;)
http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/advert+search/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-91-144-240/advert.action?R=200848112288335&distance=67&postcode=s14+1ah&channel=CARS&make=&model=&min_pr=&max_pr=11000&max_mileage=
MyNovaSr
09-12-08, 01:41 PM
How about we all shut up and let him get a clio which he wants :thumb:
sure you can pick up pretty cheap evo's now days. but i suppose insurance is alot, running cost is alot, sure you could get a focus rs or a r32 for that price
craig green
09-12-08, 02:19 PM
How about we all shut up and let him get a clio which he wants :thumb:
I think everyone is collectively trying to spare him from buying French tbh.
If it had to be a Clio I'd find a low mile ph1 model, best gear ratios, they made that one go the quickets tbh & IMO the styling has something retro about it which the 182/facelifted cars just dont have. They are usual fall to bit Renault tat really. But its a good engine. Driving position is terrible as with all hot Renaults.
Quite a response
Rally rep Evos/Scoobs/Cossies are out the question really
a. they are gonna cost alot to insure
b.they drink fuel
c. too much for what i need it for
Im looking for a pure drivers car really.
Nothing to heavy, scraps the A/CVXRs, S3
Nothing too thirsty, R32, A3 Quattro sport
im being picky for a reason, cos, *ahem* im going to keep this one for a few years!!
The EP3 is a strong contender i have to say, but they are sooooo common nowadays, and, after having the DC5s, with the better engine/drivetrain/steering etc etc etc id be pining for another one of those or seeing it as a let down.
However, i have seen a very nice 06 plate Premier edition, run out model, for very good money locally. im gonna go test it this weekend and put the willies up the salesman. If it ticks the boxes, its a possibility.
Theres also 2 Trophys local too that im gonna go try too.
Oh and to add, whoever it was
Loopy GTi!
Good shout, added to the list!
Ibiza cupra (if not already mentioned)
paddy138
09-12-08, 02:55 PM
ep3 civic would be the best option, wouldnt touch the clio, i work for renault and as the clio isnt a bad car id say the 172 version would give trouble and hard to get parts for,
i work for renault
Unlucky man, although i thought i was the only one silly enough lol
and as the clio isnt a bad car id say the 172 version would give trouble and hard to get parts for,
Not so much hard as damned expensive:eek:
paddy138
09-12-08, 03:05 PM
Unlucky man, although i thought i was the only one silly enough lol
:eek:
im not unlucky, keeps me in a job, i see it that there is no point working for the likes of toyota as you will only be changing oil filters, were as renault, well it speaks for itself lol
no point working for the likes of toyota as you will only be changing oil filters
Feel free to try a clutch change on a Celica GT4. I think you'll be glad to stick with the oil filters then lol
Im stuck in the parts dept and tbh its damn quiet actually.
Were drastically reducing all of our labour charges just to get the work in the door!
paddy138
09-12-08, 03:14 PM
Feel free to try a clutch change on a Celica GT4. I think you'll be glad to stick with the oil filters then lol
well you get what im on about, nothing ever is straight forward with renault
Southie
09-12-08, 03:22 PM
How about an rx8 :roll:
Had a MK4 Ibiza Cupra, even remapped/tuned mildly it was pants!!
RX-8 is Mildly appealing
Only thing putting me off is the MPG/Oil consumption etc
Oh and to add, whoever it was
Loopy GTi!
Good shout, added to the list!
That was me. My brother had one and it was quite good fun and handled quite well until he went euro on it and put stupid 14inch wheels on it.:(
That was me. My brother had one and it was quite good fun and handled quite well until he went euro on it and put stupid 14inch wheels on it.:(
HAHA Dont speak bad of the Euro look to me!!! ;)
It looked good but with the stupid stretch tyres that he had on it he was scared to go round corners at any decent speed.lol
I have 195/40 tyres on 9s, thats some serious stretch, and i push mine hard!!
Well i did when it was running!!
Pistol Pete
09-12-08, 03:59 PM
I have always said, the frenchies, IMO, build a good hot hatch. I had a 205 1.9GTi and loved it. The Clio you mention, i too would love one! Good choice. VW Lupo or maybe even a Polo GTi? Do these have the same engine as the Lupo? And a Type R Civic would be good too and reliable.
Choices are (from reading your posts):
Clio 182 Trophy, Lupo/(Polo?) GTi, Civic Type R. I'd go for the Civic. Bigger car, abit more power, cheaper to insure (possibly??) and IMO a future classic.
Cheers for the input there pete
Just done a bit of reading up on the RX8, and im not keen on servicing costs, or the fuel/oil bill!
Lupo may be a bit too small for my liking thinking about it.
Its down to a Trophy or an EP3 at the moment.
Dont get a polo GTI! they use the same 'box as a mk2 1.1 polo lol
A friend (funnily enough with a polo gti + rebuilt gearbox) is considering a mk4 R32 or a mk5 GTi atm - both just a shade over £10k for a smart one.
I do like those Lupo GTi's - 125bhp, 6 speed :cool:
Sticking my neck out here and I don't know how much they are but, Megane R26? (not the R26R btw)
Im sure their must be loads of cars, just can't think atm...
Trophy all day long.
As I said, EP3's are cheap to insure for a reason, IMO there pap compared to the original EK9.
Opinions and suggestions welcome.
Fit a rollcage lol
Nice quip there lee, lets hope you never need to rely on yours eh ;)
Nice quip there lee, lets hope you never need to rely on yours eh ;)
I hope I do, and I hope i get it on film as well lol
And stop being so sensitive you big girl :gay:
Hit a nerve i think!! haha
Anyhow, Off to test a trophy tomorrow
Hit a nerve i think!! haha
Anyhow, Off to test a trophy tomorrow
Assuming you mean clio,
Pm me the reg and ill check it for any outstanding recalls and see if it has any repair history:thumb:
Ricky G
09-12-08, 09:07 PM
imo my car fit's the bill for everything you want (mk3 ibiza cupra) its nice enough to drive everyday, but fun enough to keep you interested. ko3s turbo and remap and few other bit's taking it to 242bhp. very reliable, still get 30mpg and insurance is more than acceptable for a 21 year old with 2ncb. however they are slightly older than what you want and you didnt like the mk4 so im not sure the mk3 would be much different.
what didnt you like about the mk4?
Asa-James
09-12-08, 09:20 PM
stoo, i has the perfect car, and its only 10k for a new un. maybe a little underpowered if you want big speeds, but overall not a bad and hugely reliable little car...
Fiat Panda 100hp.
just test one before you go slating me tho, it'll sway you
Matt Pickering
09-12-08, 09:45 PM
For a sub 10k car, i think i'd choose the Clio trophy Stoo!!
or a alfa 147 - not sure on model but a nice car too drive.
Matt..
you thinking the 147 GTA??
3.2V6, FWD, no LSD, can you say understeer?!?!
Still funking gorgeuos car though!!
Trophy has most points ticked at the moment!
Oh and as for the MK4 cupra, hmmmmm
Quick, torquey, reliable, pretty economical, well built to a certain extent, awesome brakes, decent handling etc
Just didnt set the world on fire for me, very bland!
Asa-James
09-12-08, 10:38 PM
panda...
Novasport
09-12-08, 11:06 PM
http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/BMW+1+SERIES/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-24-88-240-4294966222-4294967202/advert.action?R=200849324542883&distance=152&postcode=de21+4rz&channel=CARS&make=BMW&model=1+SERIES&min_pr=9000&max_pr=10000&max_mileage=
Not quite as good as the new 177bhp one but great to drive!
Cheap to run, RWD and good tuning potential.
I am running a new 177bhp 3 door at the moment and I love it, dont drive it gently and its still returning 42mpg on very short journeys to work!
Panda is a good car, i will admit, i have driven one and i enjoyed it, but again, not the pure drivers car that i really crave.
Smae goes for the 1series Rich. i had a 130i Msport last year for 3 months. Lovely drive, awesome noise, but again not involving enough for me. And that was the 3 litre, so god knows what id be like in a 2litre derv!!
Cheers for the inputs guys, keep em coming.
On another note, Mini Cooper S Works anyone?
Another one to add to the list. 210bhp, awesome chassis and an LSD ;)
Welsh Dan
10-12-08, 08:31 AM
On the note of the Mini Cooper, as far as I'm aware you're not:
a) Female
b) Over 40
So you can't have one :p.
Ive already had a few from the ex-misses as she worked at BMW and i was entitled to a company car too.
However, they havent been MINE, and i havent really cared about them too muh as i was giving it back in 3 months.
Wicked cars IMHO
On the note of the Mini Cooper, as far as I'm aware you're not:
a) Female
b) Over 40
So you can't have one :p.
but he is gay as a window, so can have one on that merit.
the old man and his wife have a Cooper S with a few works bits (not the engine though lol) and I drove it a while ago...... my god how foul that thing was, maybe the wheels were too big but it felt sooo vauge and it really didnt feel that fast
I found mine to be quite direct, nice heavy steering full of feedback.
Love the SC Whine too, and with the Works kit its actually pretty darn quick.
Mine was only on 17s, as requested when ordered, but i agree the 18s can ruin the drive.
I think his is on 19's lmao
He claimed there was an LSD in there, but I never noticed it lol
There is an LSD on the Cooper S, if it has a Chilli pack
Standard fit.
Not too aggressive but pretty useful sometimes
On another note, Mini Cooper S Works anyone?
Another one to add to the list. 210bhp, awesome chassis and an LSD ;)
One of those tried it on with me a little while back and got his bum sorely handed to him. He didn't look too happy that a ratty, 20 year old blue XE saloon could happily glide past him down a straight (luckily we didn't come across any corners lol)
I'm guessing he couldn't drive for crap, as 208bhp/1150kgs vs ~140bhp/950kgs goes in his favour.
There is an LSD on the Cooper S, if it has a Chilli pack
Standard fit.
Not too aggressive but pretty useful sometimes
only found it at full lock .... not much use there lol
See thats the thing jack, straight line speed sucks a$$
Corner speed is where its at, and on a set of twisties, if the guy could drive, i reckon the a$$ handing would have been returned!
Assuming you mean clio,
Pm me the reg and ill check it for any outstanding recalls and see if it has any repair history:thumb:
PMd dude ;)
Cheers
Pm replied good buddy:thumb:
Nice one.
Sounds like nothing major then!
See thats the thing jack, straight line speed sucks a$$
Corner speed is where its at, and on a set of twisties, if the guy could drive, i reckon the a$$ handing would have been returned!
indeed, I frequently get muppets sitting inches away from the rear clam on some roads, so I simply dont bother braking for the bends and they soon fook off :D
Totally agree stu.
Used to get it in the Integras ALL the ba$tard time!!
Once saw off an Aero 8 down a very very familiar road, one of my favourites, thru the twisties.
HE couldnt grasp the power to weight vs handling thing!
Cooper S is a good choice, the newer turbo ones are meant to be even better. My lodger has one and I'm always pinching it off her! lol
I'd go for the 182/trophy if you want more of a drivers car though, cheaper all round.
Agreed with the newer Turbo ones, alot better IMHO
Trophy is top so far, and tbh i cant see much topping it.
woop woop
Life on 3 wheels anyone??
HOPEFULLY, picking it up end of next week, if not after xmas!!
Im guessing id better keep a note of your reg then, ill check it for any new recalls from time to time aswell bud:thumb:lol
Pistol Pete
10-12-08, 06:59 PM
So you went for the Renault Clio Trophy in the end? Good choice. Fun factor 10 out of 10. Mini Cooper S would be a good car, but alot more money aswell!
Well, ive placed a deposit. Just sorting the rest of the finances now.
22k mile car, 55 plate, FSH, bla bla bla, for round the 7k mark.
MAkes sense to me.
SO SO SO Chuckable!
Pistol Pete
10-12-08, 07:05 PM
Nice one!
I am slightly jealous! I want a newish car to tool round in lol
Must get the Nova sorted next year! My only option for thrills right now!!
3 wheeler :D good choice Stoo. Nice cheap Fiberglass run around lol
Seriously though, French hot hatchs, really wise option ;)
Well, ive placed a deposit. Just sorting the rest of the finances now.
Just make sure you get it into your local renault maindealers before you do anything else bud its free to get it checked/done:thumb:
Mike, cheers dood! You knows it!
Spud, what for mate?
Spud, what for mate?
Bonnet catch check, theyre prone to jamming and not retaining the bonnets and you might have the bonnet fly up whilst driving, we had one recovered in not too long ago needed bonnet, hinges, scuttle panel, scuttle cover, screen, roofskin......
Free check and replace recall on them at the mo ant that one is showing as on the list, whether its been done or not i cant tell but its flagged for one:thumb:
DW-Nova
10-12-08, 11:01 PM
Obviously it's totally upto you but in my honest opinion i would steer clear away from Renaults ! They are absolutley great when theyre working but can be absolute pigs, the 2.0 16v engine in the clio isnt that bad at all but it is let down by the electrics, i.e the engine managment and other infuriating problems such as random misfiring, anyhow your descision but just a little baffling how you wanted to replace your golf with something more reliable and went for a Renault clio lol. If you dont mind me asking why did you need something no more than 5 years old ? personally i'd be more concerned about service history, condition, mileage etc..
infuriating problems such as random misfiring, personally i'd be more concerned about service history, condition, mileage etc..
Sounds like youre talking from experience on the misfire prob, two common causes on those, coil packs go down fairly regularly, and the back boxes fill with water which evaporates into the exhaust when hot and throws up an o2 fault on the downstream lambda probe and the ecu overfuels tom compensate causing a misfire!
Service history means nothing these days imo as anyone can get a mate to stamp thier book or get mots and suchlike!
DW-Nova
11-12-08, 10:00 PM
I have plenty of fun messing around with all varietys of renos at work and find that the majority of the time it is the coils, however cheers for the info about the o2 sensor fault as i hadn't thought about this, i've found that the crank sensors play up alot too !! an as regards to the diesels you may aswell not start lol the dci's are a complete disaster, lagunas are complete game over imo the 1.9 dci is awful !! aswell as the 6 speed box !! sorry for hi'jacking your thread by the way. As in the end it's your money and your descision so if your happy with your car thats all that matters !
cheers for the info about the o2 sensor fault as i hadn't thought about this!
Tis an extremely common fault on them but mainly applies to the 182`s due to the exhaust shape and the fact it has two individual boxes at the back, im guessing you work for/at renault aswell then, poor lad lol
DW-Nova
18-12-08, 10:48 PM
/\ Nah dont work for renault mate, work at a salvage yard and spend alot of time fixing cars, it seems as though virtually every renault that comes in is fuc**d !! i put a new subframe in a 54 Megane last friday and once i'd finished would it start ?? would it f**K !! traced to a faulty crank sensor, wtf hey ??
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