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Sorry, my bad. Thought it was better than starting a new thread. Avoiding revision by debating getting an S3 or waiting and getting an RS5

Either an S3 in a few months or wait for about 3 years and get an RS5. can't currently decide. I suppose it all depends on how well the 172 holds out. currently on about 128,000

They've said they'll replace like for like but no mention of non UV strip. I've had a look myself and couldn't see anything though. I'm hoping i get a new gel pack out of it too

Hi guys, I've managed to get a chip in my windscreen that needs sorting. I've been quoted £75 on insurance to replace it but the woman wasn't sure about rain sensor. Do they replace the fittings as well usually? and the gel?

Did anyone try this? I'm tired of reapplying gel and would like a permanent fix really

perfect. works a dream. thanks very much!

still looking for any help. the cheaper adapters dont keep the steering wheel controls

Can anyone recommend a 30-pin to lighting adapter for connects 2 that retains steering wheel controls at all?

thats just the angle/camera. it looks straight when looking at it.

So I got bored and decided to make this.

I'm over here for a few weeks and have seen absolutely loads of RS clios. even saw a V6 near the zoo. What's the deal?

Cheers for the help guys. some really helpful comments, some comments that you'd expect from people not old enough to drive yet. I feel my questions were justified. I've had 2 fuses blow on me since owning the car, both times stopping the car from starting. and to add to that, ive also had to...

Just paranoid. Drove to the south of France last year and alternator belt went. Massively screwed things up as French mechanics like looooon lunch breaks

So i'm planning a trip next summer in the car. it will be about 4,000 miles in total and i'm thinking about what needs to be done to the car to make sure that so much driving over the space of about 2 weeks won't kill it. things i need to do anyway: new tyres full service fix aircon CV boots...

What is LSD?

I love the car but there a couple of things i wish they'd included. Any other ideas? Real time mpg - Don't know why they didn't include a setting to see how much fuel you're using in real time. Decent cup holders - enough said Electric folding mirrors 6 speed box - Could save so much fuel on...

yesterday she had a bit of work done: cambelt, aux kit, dephaser, head gasket, head repair, discs and pads all round, exhaust centre section, spark plugs, ht leads, oil, filter and coolant. fair bit of work! all courtesy of dan at sjm. top work

I was upgrading from a 106 GTi. the 106 actually feels quicker, especially at lower revs the power seems more available. But there are very few creature comforts in them at all and they're very very dated. I always said whenever i buy a car, it will be faster than the last. will get tough as i...

Is this true of the 172s as well? I have aircon and a little clip in the back of the glove box. no idea about mirrors.How do you turn them on?

yeh for a second hand one. That's what i'm currently planning on doing. but the lump will be about £600. The labour, belts and clutch was £800 (350 fitting, 450 for clutch, cambelt, dephaser and aux and MOT) from dan and then the transporting of the car to get it to him. Once all that is done it...

thats the current plan. there is still a chance it can be fixed without an engine replacement but i think its slim. unfortunately if not the replacement is about £1600 all in

Long shot. still considering whether it's worth selling or repairing mine 172 monaco blue, 53 plate. 2 owners including me. part service history. xenons, cruise climate and traction control. standard 172 leather and alcantara. wheelsa little kerbed but nothing major. it's about 116,000 miles...

a new car every 5 months or so is a pretty impressive rate. What's your budget?

i'm no expert but prefer the 53 plate 172 over anything. All the gadgets you want i.e cruise, climate and traction control. personally I've never been a fan of the twin exit exhausts on the clio. I think they suit the megane better. could you mayeb save up a bit longer and keep your eye open...

i saw that and considered it. taking the engine from that and selling the rest of the car for bits. I spose at the end of the day, i'm paying more for an engine replacement than i paid for the car. BUT, i'll have a good engine with a years warranty. The tax, MOT and cambelt were due anyway so...

unfortunately without a car, i'm pretty stuck for going to collect. plus with most people umptine miles away, i'd only be spending th delivery cost in fuel. the £600 engien comes delivered with 1 years parts warranty. It's the cost of the clutch and belts that tipped it way over for me. I can...

the labour and parts costs came from dan. i've guessed on transport and for the lump, i'm struggling to find one that'll deliver for cheaper

Need some advice guys. Is it worth repairing? costs seems to be skyrocketing i'm looking at about £400 in labour for transplant and belts/clutch £600 for the lump. most cheaper seem to be lemons £450 for clutch/belts parts £100 transporting the car also needs tax/MOT so antoher £170 that's...

thats what mine looked like. so there is a chance its ok? the engine still runs so i spose thats a hope

Tried calling rentech but didnt get through so will try again tomorrow. Iv'e heard a few people suggest getting a new 172. Is an engine transplant really that expensive? to get a new 53 plate 172 with CC, cruise and traction will cost me near on £2,000. HAs anyone got a price list of things...