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  1. Big_Lad

    Porter Cable 7424 Buying Advice?

    Guys. I'm thinking of treating myself to a PC7424 for Xmas/New Year. I've been having a look on Autopia and apart from them being currently out of stock, this seems to be the best place to get one according to most people. What i'm after is what pads i should be looking at as a newbie...
  2. MatG

    I need your help buying the correct model Leon

    We now have the funds in place to start seriously looking for a Leon. However I am still unsure what model to go for!! So any help and advice would be great :) I have listed some questions and the models I think would be best but I would be interested to hear your thoughts and ideas as well...
  3. Clone

    Buying a desil

    Hey all, Looking to replace my saxo for a diesel and going to pick the Ibiza 1.9TD or the Golf 1.9TD. What are the seats like to drive? And whats their performance like?I think i would just be getting the 1.9td not sure i can afford the insurance on the 130 model as i'm 19 with 0 no claims...
  4. Deev

    On the verge of buying a mk2

    I'm about to take the plunge... I'm on the verge of buying a mk2. Former mk1 TDI 110 owner, I was forced to get rid of it in March due to a series of mechanical problems coinciding with the cambelt service meaning an astronomical bill or a trade-in-and-leg-it scenario. I'm ashamed to say I...
  5. LCR Buying Advice,Going to look Tomorrow..

    Hi guys, I'm planning on viewing a couple of LCR's around 90miles away from where i live and would like some advice on the following... *52 Plate LCR 210 on trader for £6800,FSH with 32kmiles,yellow This seems low price to be honest as far as i know and therefore i'm a little sceptical as to...
  6. Buying a Cupra

    Looking at buying a cupra but now sure what to look for???? Any electrical, engine, body that I should be watching out for??? Kind Regards, Alex
  7. Lookig to buy a Leon Cupra R - Buying advice please..

    Hi I am looking to buy a Leon Cupra R, and am after some buying advice if poss please?? Is it ok to buy a high mileage one?? Any common faults to look for? WHats a reasonable rice to pay for one?? ANy other advice that can be offered would be gratefully recieved.. Been looking at...
  8. Buying an Ibiza

    My cousin is looking to buy an 02/03 plate Ibiza TDI 130 so i was hoping for some advice on what faults to look for . I `m taking him to look at one on saturday , i`ve got an LC but dont know anything about Ibiza`s :confused: . Any tips/advice would be appreciated :)
  9. Considering Buying Cupra TDI Please HELP

    Have seen one that I Can probably afford but its got 50000 Miles on 54 Reg. I know its a diesal but thats a lot by anyones standards. Its due a service is there any main components that need doing on a 50000 miles service or very shortly after. All other services have been via SEAT...
  10. red line fun

    am i a mug buying new?

    intending to sell / trade in my mk1 fr tdi early next year for mk2 fr tdi. bought the mk1 new (my first new car ever) and was intending to do the same this time round as i like the idea of 3 yr warranty, no mot's etc etc. however quite a few of my work and personal mates are basically saying...
  11. Thinking of buying an Altea

    Hi all, I hope that your all well? I'm looking to sell my aging Vauxhall Vectra in the next month and pick up a shiny new or more likely nearly new Altea, before I part with my hard earned cash, I have some questions that I was hoping you could all help me with. (1) I'm looking at...
  12. Worth buying an import (2nd hand)?

    Does anyone know if there are major differences between the UK spec LCR and the european one? I've found a RHD import at a very good price, but I'd rather not let myself in for a world of pain... :headhurt:
  13. Worth buying?

    Are these worth buying (both) or just buy one or the other? What do you think? Are they worth buying? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=180160352948&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=008...
  14. Considering buying a 101 hp 1,9 TDi. Need help.

    Hi! I'm considering buying a 101 hp 1,9 TDi from Germany. I live in Norway. The 130 and 160 versions will be very expensive due to emissinons in Norway, so therefore the 101 is the only choice. Also considering the Polo with the same engine, but I think the Ibiza looks cooler. By the way, the...
  15. CupraElliott

    Buying A Ibiza Cupra

    Anything to look out for? Is service history a must? Any common faults? How should the car feel to drive? Possibly having a ganders at this on weekend...
  16. Buying a Leon TDI, what to look for?

    Hi Guys. Ive just joined the forum, im currently driving a Golf GTI but I want to sell and change to a Leon TDI, ive been looking at a few TDI's around the £10k/2004/30k miles mark and just wondered what I would have to look out for, Im not a complete newbie as Ive owned a couple of Diesel...
  17. Close to buying an Altea XL......

    We have been looking around for a new car, we have made a decision to not have Vauxhall cars, as we have had nothing bu appalling customer service from them. To the point of rudeness. So we need a family car with lots of boot space. We liked the look of the Altea XL. We had a MK1 Leon and...
  18. R32 to Cupra - Buying Advice

    Hi thinking of changing my MkIV R32 for Leon Cupra, going to test drive tomorrow saw the car yesterday and dealer has come back with a fairly good deal, so its all down to the test drive. Got a few questions i hope you can answer for me Car is 07 plate Inferi Black with delivery mileage -...
  19. Empi5

    Buying Corporate Tickets for Thruxton

    As already been mentioned, you can purchase Corporate tickets for the Sunday which includes paddock transfer, for £22.00. There is a minimum order of 10, so what im going to do is buy them on my VISA card and then people can either send me a cheque or do a direct deposit into my account...
  20. magicoi

    Thinking of buying Leon FR TDI 150 - Thoughts??

    Hi guys, I'm totally new here as you will see and my interest has been set on the FR 150 tdi. My current car (mk3 Cavalier CDX) has just blown its head gasket) and i dont want to spend any more money on it. Anyway, as i said, i have been looking at the leon as i commute 20K a year so...
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