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As above really!! Which would you all go for? Bare in mind I do 50/50 motorway driving and cover approx 350 miles per week. Which is supposed to be more 'liveable' with?? I know theyre both fun on the twistys but which would be better on the motorway, MPG etc?? ta

Hi Guys I was on here a year or so ago now. I used to have a RB 197 but changed it for a diesel due to work commitments. Now I still have the same work commitments but im bored of driving around in my diesel Astra and am seriously concidering getting back into a 197!! My job involves alot...

Hi guys Ive been away for awhile, having previously owned a FF172 and then a FF197 I traded in for a diesel and now im sooo fed up of the noise and smell and general lack of excitement that im coming back!!! BUT.... heres the thing, I can get a nice low mileage 197 without xenons for...

Hi guys, im after some advice!! Im looking into getting a 1.2 dynamique for my girlfriend. Ive had one myself years ago and think theyre good for what they are. I need advice on: 1. what is classed as 'high' mileage 2. when does cambelt need changing 3. how much for the cambelt changing...

Just been messing around with the camera and a little bit of photoshop! What do you all reckon?

Hi all My 197 is in need of some new front rubbers and I want to try something different other than the Conti 3's! Are there any worth considering other than F1's and PE2's? Thankyou....

My bloody 197 had had one thing after another wrong with it!! Its a massive shame because I love driving it!! This time its a bang/thud coming from the rear of the car when driven, its very noticeable when driving between 0-20mph, it almost sounds like the boot lid is banging against the...

Just a couple of pics, started to rain so didnt get to finish!!!:mad:

Hi, could anyone suggest a way of cleaning my 197 calipers? They started off silver and now are grey at best!! They are filthy and no amount of scrubbing with hot water and soap gets them clean! Is there anyway of making them look new again? Please help!! Cheers!

Hi my wiper blades are juddering and scraping!! I want some new ones.... does anyone know where I can order any from that will be the correct fit? thanks

Hi, has anyone replaced the standard disks/pads with aftermarket? Mine a very squeaky at the mo and I want to rectify it!!

Hi guys.... one of my rear speakers has obviously sustained some damage or its just crap as it has started vibrating annoyingley!! Does anyone know where I could get some after market speakers from that would fit the 197 easily without any wiring changes? Thanks!!

Anyone on here live near Ashton or Saddleworth villages? Ive seen a couple of 172's a 182 and a 197 recently.

Has anyone ever had these or heard anything about them? Im needing some new tyres for the 197 and looking at various options!! Are these worth considering?

Hi guys, looking for some help! Is it possible to get silvervisions for the 197, if so where from? Also, my 197 has the 'sport' headlights with cornering lamps but are none xenon, they are crap tbh and the light seems rather dull when driving down country lanes, is there anything I could...

Just found this pic of my old 172, great car!!

Anyone ever had these tyres or heard if theyre any good? Im thinking about them for my 197 inplace of the Conti 3's!?!

Hi Ive been thinking about lowering my 197. Not too much, maybe just something similar as the cup etc. Do you think its worth it and if so.... can you reccomend a decent product? cheers

Does anyone know whether its possible to have the cup suspension etc fitted to a standard 197 as aftermarket extras and also the new gearing? cheers!!

I know I should know this already, BUT, how often should I be checking my oil and can anyone reccomend an oil brand/type to use (I realise fully synthetic) Cheers

Hi, any of you still looking for a wheel/tyre to keep as a spare? This guy is looking for £600 for the set, they've done 1000 miles, im interested in 1 to use as a spare!! Anyone out there want 1 or 2 or 3??:eek: Have a look at the link http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?t=273675eep

Hi, looking for advice!! What is the best product to use on tyres? Everything ive tried seems to end up all over my wheels after the first drive?? Any help??

Jesus!!! I bought my 197 in August for £14,000. Ive just had it valued at £10,200!! I cant f**king believe it. I was looking to swap it for something larger, as since I bought it I have set up my own business and need something more practical! Looks like i'll be keeping it then! Anyone...

Hi guys, could you all please tell me what you this about these extras as I really fancy them as add ons for my 197, any ideas/oppinions? Thanks!!!:)

Hi when I apply the brakes on my 197 there is a low-level rubbing/catching noise coming from the rear, has anyone else had this problem?? Or noticed? It almost sounds like the rear brakes are worn down, but its just had its first service!?! anybody?

Hi, here are some more photos of my 197. Managed to give it abit of a clean and polish between the rain today and got the 'cliosport' sticker slapped on!! Just waiting to put my plate on now..... the DVLA are taking there time as per usual!! Any comments?:)

Ok, I took my 197 into Renault Manchester on Tuesday as there were a few problems that needed sorting out. The abs/esp light was on and there was a problem with the steering!!! Theyve just phoned me to say that theyve sorted the warning lights BUT the car needs a whole new steering column and...

Hi guys..... here are some photos of my 197 trip to Brugge over the weekend. These were all before the tragic delay caused by the dreaded tyre repair foam!! Any comments??? Enjoy!! Tom

Been today and bought a 197 in 'racing blue'!! Its something ive been thinking about for awhile and my 172 is getting more problamatic by the day.......... Something has pissed me off though - the lights on the 197!! They apparantly do 3 different types, 'standard', 'sporty cornering lights'...