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This is a common experience with 172 Cup ownership!
The basic principle of the compensator valve is to regulate the brake fluid pressure to the rear calipers depending on the load over the rear axle and is actuated via mechanical connection to the rear suspension beam. The purpose of this is to...
It's best practice to replace all 4 spark plugs at the same time - I don't know why you would only replace one.
Misfiring could also be dodgy ignition leads. Check condition and resistance over the existing ones, and replace with OEM Renault if necessary.
Unfortunately there aren't any Haynes manuals for 1*2 Clios, but there are a suite of helpful user guides on this forum - including one for upgrading the dogbone mount with Powerflex bushes. These can be accessed by signing up for full membership, which I can assure you is worth every penny.
I wouldn't dismiss a car just because of the colour, go on maintenance record and general condition.
But having said that, stalling at idle isn't a good sign. Timing could well be out given the evidence of camshaft and belt changes and rectifying any issues won't be cheap.
If you're going for a 182, most members recommend going for a Full Fat as the 182 Cup does away with luxuries that aren't worth the weight decrease and they share the same Cup suspension regardless.
Silver 172s are fairly plentiful, but Cups in the same colour are quite rare
Ah right, fair doos! Need 4 x 100 PCD and of at least 15" in order to fit to hubs and clear front brake calipers. Could always check Sales section of forums and/or a Wanted ad up to see if anyone on here has some old & cheap wheels with tyres suitable for the job.
Nice one on the centre caps -...