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Online Car Insurance Quote with Prestige Renewed! Modified & Standard Cars! We trialled this a few months ago. At the time, feedback from Tom ‘Gudzy’ of 350Z-uk was - ‘around 10% cheaper than my current policy....(and you were slightly more expensive than them when I took out my policy a few months ago).’ That’s great to hear AND we’ve also reduced the prices even more since the trialling (my quote went down by £200!) so we have now launched our online quote designed uniquely for the registered users of car clubs. POSTSCRIPT! After officially launching this week, the first person to do an online quote and report back said ‘that actually worked out quite cheaply for me........will be bearing that in mind come renewal in a month’! So please bookmark the following url and click on this unique link for the registered users of this car forum to get a quote at renewal - GET AN ONLINE QUOTE – http://prestigekeepmoving.taaglquotes.com/car/getquote?source=CLUBLU (If you have more than 5 modifications or over 10% bhp increase, please ring us on 0800 3308057 or 0333 4001580)

Does anyone know how hard a seat arosa 1.4 timing is to do and if any special tools are needed?

Some of you may disagree with me on this, but as I was going through the Archive/How To, I realized that we seem to lack basic instructions for fairly fundamental tasks while being overloaded with 'vanity' tutorials so to speak. I'm not saying these are bad, I intend on writing one or two myself when I get chance (we need a proper one for RCL which I will write over the next few days), but it seems strange that we don't have a single tutorial for replacing a headlight bulb on a non-GTI Lupo. This isn't the easiest task in the world for a novice, yet there's not a single description on how to do it. Another one that's missing is how to replace a Brake Light Switch. Why? It's a really simple task, but not if you don't know where to look! I'm not suggesting that the current information isn't useful. I'm just saying perhaps we need to look at compiling more tutorials, on more basic subjects as well as more complicated. I'm expecting a load of abuse here or 30 "why don't you write them then" comments, but like I said, just an observation.

I've got a 2003 GTI and I can longer get in to first gear on the gearbox. All the other gears are fine. There's no grinding when trying to put it in to first it just won't go in. Like it being blocked by something. Can anyone shed any light on what it might be? I'm also wondering if anyone has any ideas on the cost for a gearbox repair if the worst comes to worst! Thanks

Quick numpty question... are the drivers side airbags from the standard steering wheel and the GTi leather steering wheel the same? I've tracked down a leather wheel at a good price, without an airbag...

On an 06 fox does anyone know if the black door trim is glued on or pinned on? I want to remove it altogether but if its pinned on and will have holes I will just paint them. Cheers

That's weird! He should of just cancelled the BIN transaction, refunded the buyer (if they had already paid) and then just claimed the item was damaged........ That's what I would have done. Not that I'm dodgy or anything.......

hey members so after realising i cannot afford a new motor i shall stick with the lupo, but make it acceptable. the previous owner well and truly screwed the paint job up by replacing the bumpers then painting over the top; no primer. so i have a red lupo with blue chips everywhere. but my question is, i need my front bumper, indicator panel, bonnet, roof and rear bumper painting. should i get these painted or get the whole car painted, the original colour

I remember a post ages ago about this video but dont remember anyone having the link. Found this - http://videos.streetfire.net/video/Top-Gea...0329_634953.htm

Hey guys, I guess that we all have the same Head Unit either with or without MP3 capability? I got screwed and have the one without and I want to plug in my MP3 Player. Ebay have got something if you search for "RCD200" but they are in China!!!!!!! Anyone got something like it? Is it any good? Anyone find one for less that the price of years insurance? Robster

I've seen this idea on a few forums now. How about we start a photo of the day thread? There seem to be a fair few of us on here with at least some interest in photography so just an opportunity to post some good photos up for people to appreciate or comment on RULES: 1. one pic per member per day 2. must be the work of the poster 3. try to keep the images to a reasonable size to assist viewing. A link to the full res version may be posted if required. 4. please respect others images and ask permission before using elsewhere or downloading to your computer (Added by Silver! 14 Oct 08 as the original rules seem to have disappeared)

There are numerous questions on this site regarding production numbers and i thought it would be good to try and get an idea of how many GTI's and what colours we have on this site. And if you have a GTI which has had a colour change, please vote your original colour. Finally please only vote the once!

Time of year when I start looking for replacement wheels. Running out of BMW options I think (though z4m or a v8 might be fun) tempted by something older and more interesting but it needs to be reliable and used as a daily so approved used warrenty is usually what I go for. Last few cars for those who don't keep up: 3lr Z4 E85 m sport with the sound generator modification and a few other custom bits and enjoyed the sound and handling though the ride was pretty shocking and it needed plenty of things replaced under warranty (wheels, steering rack, rear springs etc.) Mover to an E46 M3 which I loved, but got married and the running costs were getting too high to justify. Best engine and fantastic m-diff, loved the sound, space and handling and always felt special. Down side being the boot floor cracks, bushes and springs lasting 30k miles and service costs in four figures. Changed for a 130i and it has been the best of both, being similar to my old z4 in running costs, not had any reliability issues or warranty work and it is almost as quick as the M3 up to legal road speeds. Doesn't feel as special but easy to drive and doesn't scare the wife like the M3 did. Had E39 M5, E46 325ci and E90 330i in the past too so had enough of 3 series, but not finding much that I like in the current BMW line up. Prefer N/A over turbo, straight 6 or V8 rather than a 4 pot and has to be manual not flappy paddles or auto. Budget is about £18k for trade in but can be a bit flexible. Only do 8k miles a year mixture of business and pleasure in my car and I have a 120d for longer motorway runs. Options are: 1. Keep the 130i but get the bmw performance exhaust and induction kit plus a remap and differential to give 280 bhp and the excitement and sound I miss from the M3. 2. Look for a manual e89 3lr N/A with a manual gearbox. (not that many around and the e89 gets a bit of a slating in most of the reviews I have read though none seem to have tested that specific version). Looks like the dealer 30 miles away has one in approved used so I might go for a test drive. Electric handbrake might rule it out, be nice to be back in a roadster though. 3. Wait for a manual 645/650i or 545/550i to turn up on the AUK site or just go for a z4m. 4. Other?

Hi people - Are any of you spritely young fellows using, or thought about using Veg oil in your 1.7 SDI lupos yet ? Discuss

I always look up to guys (inc girls) on here who does their own jobs, i always wish i could do it but never have the confidence to try.. Today i did I bought a set of what i am told to be mk2 scirocco wheels, "original G60's" some say, or similar to new G60's but with circles instead of D shape holes. 2 were still in silver a little rusty, and 2 painted black. I sanded them down by hand not really to get the paint off but just to scrub them hoping for more hold for the primer to stick to and to get rid of any rust. I then sprayed them with primer, got around 3 coats on each rim with a 500ml can I managed to get 2 coats of my chosen colour but that was all for today but when i finish them off tomorrow ill upload those pics and the finished look.. I must say i am pretty proud of how they turned out they look like they are coming along nicely, and to anyone who thinks it may be too difficult if i can do it anyone can.

I always look up to guys (inc girls) on here who does their own jobs, i always wish i could do it but never have the confidence to try.. Today i did I bought a set of what i am told to be mk2 scirocco wheels, "original G60's" some say, or similar to new G60's but with circles instead of D shape holes. 2 were still in silver a little rusty, and 2 painted black. I sanded them down by hand not really to get the paint off but just to scrub them hoping for more hold for the primer to stick to and to get rid of any rust. I then sprayed them with primer, got around 3 coats on each rim with a 500ml can I managed to get 2 coats of my chosen colour but that was all for today but when i finish them off tomorrow ill upload those pics and the finished look.. I must say i am pretty proud of how they turned out they look like they are coming along nicely, and to anyone who thinks it may be too difficult if i can do it anyone can.

Hi, I'm new here but have had my Lupo for over a year now. I have many Ideas but little funds at the moment but was interested in changing the front end out I've seen a few different things around some as ridiculous as the A3 aftermarket part I was looking at the 3L front end as i like the lights and grille but i prefere the bottom to the GTi. Does anyone know if the two combine together straight of they need some work to get them to fit to each other and then to my 99' 1.7 SDi Also any ideas on part prices that have been heard to pay before of any best places to source parts. (I know Ebay is good)

i tried the search bar but didnt seem to find anything, is it possible to remap a lupo gti? and is there anywere that can do it and is it really worth getting it done? i had my 1.4 sport mapped and got nearly a 18bhp gain on the rollers at awesome with just a decent air filter. hope you guys can help cheers

Hi all Been reading up on the Lupo's/Arosa's for a while now lurking about on the forum. Going to see an Arosa on Sunday and feeling pretty confident about what to look out for when I do. Apart from the engine! It has a 1.4 8v. What's the engine code for this engine? I assumed it was the 1.4 16v which the Lupo's had to but I was wrong! What's the feeling with these are they strong or will i have to have a good look at it?

just wondering if wheel spacers would put the tracking out, and if after putting 30 on the back and 15 front would need to get the tracking done again

Thanks Joe!

HURRAH! Just what I was going for, more updates on the way...

Pic's of the car. and maybe a cheeky selfie

Lovely work as normally, and voted for on Detailing World Joe

Luuuuuurvely

Liking those Ross, they will look sweeeeet! Is the dye sprayed on like a paint? Really interesting finish, looks nice and smooth too! Alex

Does the engine have to be on for the brake lights to work? As mine don't work with the ignition on. Lupo GTi by the way Thanks

Its a inspirational thread is Mr Joti's like! Took plans that is the opposite of what people on here normally like and made it as popular as a celebrity nip slip photo! Lovely motor mate, you know what i think of it! ooooOOOO0000SH!

Hello ladies and gentlemen of club lupo i wish to present to you my lupo "lois" my 99 1.4 16v which has had a sport put in it (apparently) atm i have a custom skip exhaust (as in an exhaust out of a skip) coilovers which are being replaced for lowering springs and im in the middle of chucking some Kyalami alloys on

Wouldn't the parking dents still be visible under the wrap ?

Remember these? Well I got painting today..... And then bake for 30 minutes in the Sun at gas mark 3......... So that's the first coat done, will do the next one in a few days......

In need of replacement gearbox for a Lupo 1.4 16v 5 speed manual! Advertised in classified also, just wondering if anybody knows a decent repair specialist Cheers

Is it possible to do a gti/sport rear axle conversion on a car without ABS?

Need some help with my tyres. Recently put new alloys on my gti. They're 16 inch 4x100 et35 7.5j with 190/45 ( I think) tyres. Anyway the car came on lowering springs and there's slight rub from both back tyres when going round corners or over bumps. I think the car will only need to go up an inch at the most. Maybe even half an inch. Can anyone recommend advice on what to do? If new springs are the answer then what make/ size etc should I be looking for? Cheers.

Hi all, bought a 2004 1.0 mpi Arosa knowing it had the engine management light on but the price and condition of the car was to good to let go. Anyway I had the car scanned and these were the codes I came up with. My first thought is pre cat Lambda but what is the other faults I'm seeing? Can anyone shine a light on the problems? Thanks Jon

I was wondering what's vtec cause they can squeeze 180bhp out of a type r ek hatch Yet it takes vw a 1.8t anniversary edition to make them ponys

Like this you mean? http://forums.clublupo.co.uk/index.php?/forum/1-drivers-lounge/ Or there's... http://forums.clublupo.co.uk/index.php?/forum/8-volkswagen-lupo/ ..or... http://forums.clublupo.co.uk/index.php?/forum/17-members-cars/

glowplugs are only for starting in the cold. don't get used whilst cars running or in warm weather really

I am male and would like to insure a car... How much is it going to cost me?

Make him cry ray, make him cry

i would never pay that man did you add women or older male drivers to the policy i added my brothers girlfriend and she reduced it by 1200! shes only 21 aswell

Thanks mate. Really pleased 2nd show 2nd win . Thanks Ryan.

What do the inland revenue do? Like most circumstances if you cannot prove the amount you use they'll give you a taxable amount no doubt which you can't ignore unless you file a proper return with receipts etc.... Because they can't prove how much you use, they'll hit you harder than you would if you can prove, so you then file everything officially which then over-rides their 'estimated' bill. You don't need to register until you think you'll exceed their limit or are likely to. I think i contacted the HMRC about this to clarify or found someone elses response on the issue. But not heard of any cases and really wouldn't worry about it. It was in place predominately to stop people using it on a wide commercial basis and also producing biofuels for profit.

Name : Paul Connelly Age : 31 (oldest here so far, aarrggh :shock: ) From : like Snoop, originally Sheffield, but now live in Torquay Job : Was software engineer at EDS, now work in the IT section of South Hams District Council doing anything and everything. Drives : 51 reg Lupo GTI, and 1988 E reg VW T25 camper (which my girlfriend has named Vinny :oops: ) Other Information : Up the Blades , and why can't more South Westerners who own Lupo's register here? It's a real bummer reading about all the events Picture : When I can get an account with Photobucket I'll scare you with me ugly mug.