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  1. I do 15-18k per year. Am I crazy to be considering a Cupra?

    I've had some general advice on here before, I'm a potential Leon owner having test driven a 2.0 TDI FR at my local Seat dealer in Crewe. Currently drive a W reg 1.8 Focus Zetec. I do 15-18k per year. Would I be crazy to consider a Cupra? I've done the sums, I can afford the fuel (bear in...
  2. marccowley1

    What year is my car?

    Its on an n reg which i presume is 95 but have been told it could be 96. How do i tell because i want to buy a tow bar for it and need to know whether its pre mid 96 or not. THanks
  3. 2 year / 20,000 mile service.

    My 2 year / 20,000 mile service is up next month. I've just had a quote back from White Dove SEAT and they quoted £267.27. I have to be honest, I thought it would be more than this. The summary of the service is as below: Job Details Variant Qty Labour Parts Total...
  4. 989marc989

    Plans for the new year! IBZ MK4

    Hi all, Iv been on the site for nearly a year now but Iv never posted up any pics of the old motor, so here goes. As the weather should 'hopefully' start to pick up now im planning on sorting out the back end, debadge, sport rider lights, etc. Hopefully pick up a cupra rear but I know their...
  5. SSimpson3

    Corroded Alloys + Rusting boot at 2 year old

    Hi, 1 of my alloys have corroded and what i was wondering is would it be covered under warrenty as the car is only 2 years old, the alloy has never been kerbed it just started appearing one day now its getting pretty bad. Its the BBS Sport alloy by the way. Thanks
  6. 40,000 4 year service on Mk1 Leon TDI FR 150

    Hi all, Just been quoted £272.00 for the above service on my Leon from SEAT in Crewe. For £299 though they will do 2 services and 2 MOT's which sounds like a bargain to me ... am i being ripped off and lulled into a false sense of security or does that sound like a godo deal seen as its the...
  7. ZBOYD

    Tom Coronel may switch to BTCC this year.

    As reported by Autosport, World Touring Car race winner Tom Coronel could compete in the British championship this season if SEAT Holland decide to reduce their racing budget for 2009. Read more below. http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/72652
  8. Seasons greetings and and an expensive new year?

    As if my Air Mass sensor hasn't just gone down. again. Dear Santa, would you please bring me a box of Maf sensors. about 50 may see me through to next year. Cheers fatty, Dan[:@]
  9. Death Proof

    Service, 3rd year

    Hi guys. Does anyone have the 3rd year service checklist for a seat dealer? I'v doen a search but cant find anything :shrug:. Im thinking about going to Qwikfit because they are cheaper (by about £48) and have a full checklist. I'v been quoted £200 from seat. Cheers. Death Proof.
  10. Best Insurance - 20 with 1 Year NCB

    21 in July, just got my year's no claims (only been driving a year). I was driving a 2litre MK2 Ibiza (sorry!) but now getting a 2001 Leon Cupra. Who do you guys use - I'll be the main driver and go for Fully Comp. Ta
  11. 1st Year Service - opinions needed!

    Hey guys don't flame me for not searching but I just wanted quick current opinions on this. - I have a 1.4 DAB Petrol and it is coming up for its 1st year service in a couple of weeks. - Seat want £145 for their "Safety Inspection and Oil change" - Volkswagen want £99 for a Lube Service...
  12. nibbles

    New Year Clean

    Been a while i posted a few pics Decided to have a quick clean before dinner Had to get Mini Merrin to help :whistle:
  13. jamandspoon81

    ive had my lcr a year and thinking of getting an impreza sti.what do think?

    hi guys,ive had my lcr a year and im afraid im getting bored,dont get me wrong its a great car but it doesnt scare me anymore,any sugestions?a sti springs to mind!
  14. ZBOYD

    Happy Christmas and prosperous New Year from SEAT Sport UK

    Just passing on the message i've received from Scott at SEAT Sport UK. Please wish everyone on the forum a happy Christmas and prosperous New Year from all at SEAT Sport UK. :)
  15. ZBOYD

    Jason Plato awarded Autosport National Racing Driver of the Year

    Congratulations to JP. :) Not the one he really wanted but hopefully 2008 will finally be his year. http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/64230 The awards will be broadcast on ITV1 at 11.20pm this coming Tuesday (4th Dec).
  16. LCR £195 for 5 Year Annual Service, Good Price?

    Dear All, Just spoke to Paul at Cambley Seat and he quote £ 195 all in for my LCR 5 Year Annual 50,000 K Service. This also includes a free brake fuild replacement. Is it a good price? My normal Leicester Seat could only match that price and I would have to pay extra for the Brake fuild...
  17. Cupra R 5th Year Service and Cambelt in Slough

    Dear All, My 2003 Cupra R which has only done 27K is due for its 5th year service and mot soon. As I still have the Seat Warrenty, I have to go to Seat any ideas on the Price? Furthermore do you think I should get the cambelt and water pump changed? If I use a metal improller for the water...
  18. Contract Hire 36 months 25K a year

    Just been given some figures for contract hire. Need a new company car in Feb. Maint. by my company, 3 years, 25K a year. FRD Candy with 18's,bluetooth, tom tom lead and Ipod £ 335.00+vat per month Curpa as above (18's as...
  19. Ibiza Year 2000 EPC Light

    Posted this in the FAQ forum by mistake; apologies ... Hi, I had my Ibiza clutch, cable, pedal and bracket replaced a week ago and ever since then the EPC light is constantly on. The garage did their best to investigate this since they accepted that the light was not on before they did...
  20. Ibiza Year 2000 EPC Light

    Hi, I had my Ibiza clutch, cable, pedal and bracket replaced a week ago and ever since then the EPC light is constantly on. The garage did their best to investigate this since they accepted that the light was not on before they did their work. But they have not been able to resolve the...
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