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Morning one and all.
New member to the forum here. Always been a petrolhead, having owned a number of cars from the Volkswagen/Audi Group. I've attached some photos to keep the post interesting. Started off with a aqua blue Corrado VR6.
and swapped this with a friend for a corrado VR6 that had a 3.0litre GrantMotorsport engine. Felt like a race car, was a race car, stupidly loud and quick however was too temperamental. Moved to my third corrado, this time a midnight blue corrado VR6 that included Porsche split rooms and a supercharger fitted to the V6 lump
...was great fun however was forced to sell and buy something a bit more sensible.
So went and bought a Seat Leon Cupra R 225 and remapped it. Nice car with plenty of poke but never felt special so did a swap for a Mk4 Golf R32
This was a lovely motor that did feel special. Wish I never sold it however met a woman, who is now my wife so had to sell my toy cars to pay for wedding and mortgages.
I'm now in a position to buy a wee sports car. I have around 5-7k to spend. Looked at alternatives, Honda S2000 are ridiculously priced in my opinion, Porsche boxters for that money are all high mileages. MX5.....doesn't feel special enough and underpowered.
I have decided to opt for a 3.0 Z4 convertible, preferably the Si version however my research shows there is little difference in performance between the 3.0i and 3.0si. Would prefer a manual or a flappy paddle option and sports seats are a must.
Anyway hope you enjoy the pictures.
Thanks
Kris
New member to the forum here. Always been a petrolhead, having owned a number of cars from the Volkswagen/Audi Group. I've attached some photos to keep the post interesting. Started off with a aqua blue Corrado VR6.
and swapped this with a friend for a corrado VR6 that had a 3.0litre GrantMotorsport engine. Felt like a race car, was a race car, stupidly loud and quick however was too temperamental. Moved to my third corrado, this time a midnight blue corrado VR6 that included Porsche split rooms and a supercharger fitted to the V6 lump
...was great fun however was forced to sell and buy something a bit more sensible.
So went and bought a Seat Leon Cupra R 225 and remapped it. Nice car with plenty of poke but never felt special so did a swap for a Mk4 Golf R32
This was a lovely motor that did feel special. Wish I never sold it however met a woman, who is now my wife so had to sell my toy cars to pay for wedding and mortgages.
I'm now in a position to buy a wee sports car. I have around 5-7k to spend. Looked at alternatives, Honda S2000 are ridiculously priced in my opinion, Porsche boxters for that money are all high mileages. MX5.....doesn't feel special enough and underpowered.
I have decided to opt for a 3.0 Z4 convertible, preferably the Si version however my research shows there is little difference in performance between the 3.0i and 3.0si. Would prefer a manual or a flappy paddle option and sports seats are a must.
Anyway hope you enjoy the pictures.
Thanks
Kris
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Love that Corrado VR6
Welcome to the forum.
3 litre roadster - good choice, 5 to 7k will give you lots of choice, just be patient and be prepared to travel
Welcome to the forum.
3 litre roadster - good choice, 5 to 7k will give you lots of choice, just be patient and be prepared to travel
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Hi and welcome aboard
718 4.0 GTS Boxster in YELLOW
718 Guards Red Boxster .........Gone!
A35 AMG saloon .........Gone!
JCW ...........Gone !
E89 35i Msport VO ................Gone !
E89 23i SE DSB ................Gone !
Hello to Jason Isaacs
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Welcome to the forum, some nice classics there
BMW Z4 30i 2003 auto 107's Whippy Toledo Blue
Beige M sport seats, wood dash
Toyota MR2 NA 1995
Triumph GT6 1972 (project)
Land Rover Discovery 1994 TDI (Tow car)
Mini 1000 1981
Beige M sport seats, wood dash
Toyota MR2 NA 1995
Triumph GT6 1972 (project)
Land Rover Discovery 1994 TDI (Tow car)
Mini 1000 1981
- AlfaScozzesi
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Welcome and I hope you get your ideal Zed soon. Always wanted a Corrado when I was younger but never got one
Arthur's seat in the background pic of the golf.
Another Scottish member?
Arthur's seat in the background pic of the golf.
Another Scottish member?
- buzyg
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Welcome to the forum. I guess if you must drive VAG products then you picked the right ones. The last VW I was tempted to buy was a VR6. Still what do I know I bought a Mk1 Primera instead.
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welcome,
I had a mk4 r32 timing chain failed, replaced it with an e36 328i that cost a 10th of the golf but much prefered the engine and driving dynamics.
Although didnt make as good a noise
I had a mk4 r32 timing chain failed, replaced it with an e36 328i that cost a 10th of the golf but much prefered the engine and driving dynamics.
Although didnt make as good a noise
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Hi and welcome!
The Zed certainly does feel special! You won't be disappointed with the 3.0i or 3.0si!
The Zed certainly does feel special! You won't be disappointed with the 3.0i or 3.0si!
My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
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Aye, born, live and work in EdinburghAlfaScozzesi wrote:Welcome and I hope you get your ideal Zed soon. Always wanted a Corrado when I was younger but never got one
Arthur's seat in the background pic of the golf.
Another Scottish member?
- AlfaScozzesi
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Hope your Zed search goes well and you can join us on a run some day.
There are a few members on here from Edinburgh or just outside.
There are a few members on here from Edinburgh or just outside.
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Hi and welcome OP.
Love the colour of that Aqua Blue Corrado!
Good luck with the search.
Love the colour of that Aqua Blue Corrado!
Good luck with the search.
Coupes because stunning!
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black