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Advise on a 20V
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15/04/2009 20:57
15/04/2009 20:57
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benvk
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benvk
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Been looking for a 20v for about a month now. I want one in black or silver with leather, lowish mileage and one that doesn't need a cambelt change straight away. This one looks pretty good and is not far from me. Cambelt was done 26k ago. My only worry is that the engine bay looks filthy for a low mileage car. Haven't done a HPI check yet though. I won't get a chance to see it before the auction ends so it's a bit risky I know. Thoughts? Ebay link
Last edited by benvk; 15/04/2009 20:58.
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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15/04/2009 21:07
15/04/2009 21:07
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Tommy_Coop23
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The cambelt will be good for a while if it was done 26k ago. I wouldnt worry too much about the condition of the engine bay as some people just arent 'engine bay cleaners' (ok there is quite a bit of rust where the bonnet opens/closes), ive seen a lot worse, mine isnt much better . The guy has sold a hell of a lot of things on ebay and still has 100 percent feedback which is reassuring and it looks like a very tidy coupe. Have you asked him roughly where the reserve is as if no-one else bids on it you could get a bit of a bargain?
Last edited by Tommy_Coop23; 15/04/2009 21:10.
I'll be back Alor Blue Seat Leon FR 180 atm
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: Tommy_Coop23]
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15/04/2009 21:45
15/04/2009 21:45
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MarioCirillo
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Thats a nice example of a non turbo. I would personally see if you can go and have a look at it, maybe make the guy an offer outside of ebay, he will probably take it if you show him the money Check all of the electrical switches, wipers, airbag light. Check the past few MOTs for any advisories. . . Good luck mate and let us know how you get on!
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: MarioCirillo]
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15/04/2009 22:04
15/04/2009 22:04
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benvk
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benvk
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Thanks guys. He said he'd take £1400 so I offered £1300 but he hasn't got back to me yet.
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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15/04/2009 22:39
15/04/2009 22:39
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benvk
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What does the non turbo 20v put out btw? 150bhp?
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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15/04/2009 22:42
15/04/2009 22:42
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Vickster
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Early one like that - 147bhp
(later VIS ones 155bhp)
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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#814699
15/04/2009 22:51
15/04/2009 22:51
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benvk
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Just done a vehicle check and it's been changed from blue to black and had a plate change! £3.95 well spent. Not stolen, written off or anything like that though, confusing?!
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: dazzle]
#814736
16/04/2009 00:06
16/04/2009 00:06
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benvk
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benvk
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Not listed as written off, stolen or scrapped. Just says reg is subject to a colour and plate change.
What's a vis model?
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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#814746
16/04/2009 00:52
16/04/2009 00:52
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albertone
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Not listed as written off, stolen or scrapped. Just says reg is subject to a colour and plate change.
What's a vis model? Variable induction system afaik I have one,couldnt get insured on a 20vt but could on a 16vt but went for the sound over the power,sound silly i know but it sounds amazing after 4500. It changes the inlet manifold geometry
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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#814764
16/04/2009 07:29
16/04/2009 07:29
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MarioCirillo
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You still going to go for the car? When you look at it check the color deep down in the engine bay. If its been a cheapo re-spray you will see the original color.
The 20V NAs push about 147/150BHP you can buy a chip of FLEA on the forum which will bump it up a little bit give you better response in 3/4 gear and also save you on fuel ;o)
Good luck with the buy. . .
Mario
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: MarioCirillo]
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16/04/2009 07:41
16/04/2009 07:41
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knight7660
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i was looking at this coupe until i found out it wasnt a VIS. the sellers reserve is 1500 but if you go to him he'l 1400 cash he said. shame it wasnt a VIS
LE53 (452BHp & 389ftlb's with Quaife) Wine red VIS FOOFY Audi RS4 B7
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: knight7660]
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16/04/2009 09:46
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MarioCirillo
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whats your reasons for the VIS over the non VIS just out of interest?
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: MarioCirillo]
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16/04/2009 10:00
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knight7660
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I like the inlet and how it works over the normal 20v na
Last edited by knight7660; 16/04/2009 10:00.
LE53 (452BHp & 389ftlb's with Quaife) Wine red VIS FOOFY Audi RS4 B7
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: knight7660]
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16/04/2009 11:51
16/04/2009 11:51
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MarioCirillo
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any chance you can explain the differences between the two cars . . . .im intregued.
Mario
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Re: Advise on a 20V
[Re: MarioCirillo]
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16/04/2009 22:03
16/04/2009 22:03
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benvk
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benvk
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Mmmm,me so horny for a VIS, what's the difference? I like the inlet, mmmm ; Carry on guys by all means,it's funny listening to you.
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Re: Advise on a 20V
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17/04/2009 09:00
17/04/2009 09:00
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Wal_S
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Joe (Country cruising) did a really good explanation of the vis system with photos a while back, do a search and I'm sure you'll find it. Look under the bonnet if its got a plastic inlet manifold and not an alloy one you've got a vis. I'd also check the rad and brakes but if you are a reasonable spanner jockey they're easy jobs. Personally I think they're great and 154 bhp is enough for my driving, rarely does it feel slow. Wal
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