dd100
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Would prefer a full working unit but will take just motor if working
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4 hours ago, Rich said:
I'm going to be controversial and say pink.
Agreed, the front on pic isn’t the best but I can assure you it’s very red - Flash Red I presume but happy to be corrected
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4 hours ago, mk2 said:
Love it! Nice.
The only thing that let's it down is that you have declare that it's an import. Bloody stupid rule. Insurance always costs a lot more and when or if you have a claim, they'll always give a much lower value. It sucks. Even when you have a SVA certificate (meaning the car complies with all uk/eu rules), it's always treated differently. I'd love to know why.
Nice looking car. One of the best I've seen for sale for about 3 years now. If it were a UK spec car, I'd have already paid the money. 👍🏻
The car was on a limit mileage policy and import declared so not much at all but appreciate some will buy and use (as they are meant to be!)
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It's my Dad's and it's posted on Classic Cars for Sale: https://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/volkswagen/lupo+gti/aetv70012299
It's immaculate inside and out - Japanese import, FSH, 39,000 miles
It's best giving him a call on 01670 366247 with any questions.
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On 5/2/2020 at 6:07 PM, dd100 said:
It's all openly documented (https://www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk), you just have a state why you think the funding offered is not fair/realistic. I've yet to find the outcome of the GTI submission as the process takes a while.
However, on the Brabus I did a table listing all the cars of similar spec available (not many!) and then plotted a graph - mileage v price. I then drew a line from the mileage mine had which provided a suggested price. The Ombudsman service I though was very communicative and fair in their decision (slightly below my suggestion). Obviously part of the argue with the Brabus (and Lupo GTI) was there really isn't enough changing hands to allow the price guides to list realistic prices.
Quick update: insurance came back and offered 40% more than their initial valuation. They said this was "based on an internal review following my complaint". I said I still didn't agree and was pushing on with the ombudsman. The good news is this has a ratchet effect so value cannot go down on their offer.
Will let you know the final outcome...
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Hi all, listing some bit over the next few days on eBay.
Currently got these listed:
Stainless exhaust (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283896513971)
Rear GTI bumper (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283896510364)
Xenons (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283896518548)
Will list some mirrors, rear lights and other bits soon.
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On 4/27/2020 at 7:35 PM, mk2 said:
Tell us the process... if you are allowed to?
It's all openly documented (https://www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk), you just have a state why you think the funding offered is not fair/realistic. I've yet to find the outcome of the GTI submission as the process takes a while.
However, on the Brabus I did a table listing all the cars of similar spec available (not many!) and then plotted a graph - mileage v price. I then drew a line from the mileage mine had which provided a suggested price. The Ombudsman service I though was very communicative and fair in their decision (slightly below my suggestion). Obviously part of the argue with the Brabus (and Lupo GTI) was there really isn't enough changing hands to allow the price guides to list realistic prices.
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1 hour ago, Sausage said:
Sorry for you loss. Curious how you are still arguing with insurance about value but are busy scrapping it?
They have made a final offer which includes me keeping the car. I have accepted but this does not prejudice me taking them to the Financial Ombudsman (which I am). I've had the sam scenario before when my Smart Brabus Roadster Coupe was stolen, Ombudsman ruled in my favour and insurance company paid more money.
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2 hours ago, Rich said:
Where abouts in Northumberland and what's the passenger sill like?
I'll come up and socially distance myself whilst chopping.
I'm in Morpeth, I'll sill is ok, but not perfect - drop me a PM with your number and I can send you a pic.
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One final bump before I finish removing parts and get it scrapped on Thursday...
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33 minutes ago, Rich said:
Northumberland
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9 minutes ago, dirk1978 said:
Pic not working but it's this bit.
No idea on suspension. Assume it's KW V1? Don't know condition or age etc.
PM'd
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19 minutes ago, mk2 said:
How much did you get from the insurance company? They never pay out and we all know how much it costs to get a good gti like yours. When one of my mint mk2s was nicked, even though worth about £10k, they offered me book value £300, even though I'd told them it was worth about £12k when I took out the policy. Oh, and I'd have to pay the excess of £250! In the end I didn't even put in a claim as it'd have ended up costing me more in loss of my NCB.
Still arguing with them - they don't have a clue!
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30 minutes ago, dirk1978 said:
How much for the suspension?
And do you have the little square clip in cover that goes near where a fog light would be for the O/S (passenger) front?
Drop me a PM with an offer on the suspension - happy to send you a photo if you send me your mobile. Someone is looking to purchase the whole bumper assembly so can't sell the plastic cover separately (assume you mean the bit in the pic)
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Firemen thought it was an electrical fault near fuse box, no evidence of foul play. Wiring loom and interior shot and the cost to rebuild wouldn’t work. Even firemen said it was a shame given how clean (and recently polished!) the car was...
Gutted is an understatement
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Hi all, it saddens me to say my much loved GTI ended up on fire a few weeks back. As a category B I am now breaking the car and open to contact about parts you might need.
Quick heads up:
- The fire was in the passenger compartment and hence the (leather!) interior is gone.
- The firewall did it's job (in reverse) so the engine bay is fine.
- Bonnet and front passenger wing received the the firemen's best work so are bent and broken
- No glass in doors or boot
- KW suspension (adjustable dampers and shocks) with a circa 40mm drop
- G60 front callipers
- Customer stainless exhaust
- Bathurst 15" alloys and good tyres
I'm going to strip the car and list some specific items but happy to take any requests for specifics. Happy to post items during lockdown within reason!
Drop me an PM
Cheers
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Thanks Pete for the quick reply. I've got a few more (hopeful) checks to do in daylight tomorrow so will look for the earth strap - still hoping it's fallen off as I spent ages looking for it with a torch to no avail!
Cannot be bothered with a DIY job so I guess it's off to the garage for that and the temp sensor if the earth isn't a solution
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Hi, I have a 2002 Lupo GTI
Firstly apologies for the easy question - my battery light came on today so I naturally assumed alternator so check voltage and no increase on voltmeter so wen ton to try and diagnose.
Q1 - I cannot see an earth strap to the chassis, can anyone point it out on a photo or parts diagram (sorry!). I also assume there is a gearbox one too
Q2 - if revved the battery light goes out (but can't see an increase on the voltmeter). Any ideas on cause? Bad connect (on earth I can find and hence revs might arc it)? Alternator diode (not sure what this is but have read some things on the forum).
Just to throw something in (which makes me think earth) is that yesterday my water temp gauge fluctuated up and down...
Any help would be a life saver
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12 hours ago, Adz552 said:
Petrol flap £5
Perfect, I've sent you a PM
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Could you spare the petrol flap?
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Bump - help!?
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Just removed the steering wheel to fit new indicator stalk. All fine except horn now beeps randomly when turning wheel.
Couple of questions:- Does the earth through wire through the centre of the wheel connect to the airbag or inner steering wheel (honestly didn't take notice when taking it off!)
- The ribbon came out when I took the wheel off (aarrgghh). Does anyone have a pic/diagram of the small white clip and spring on the rear of the steering wheel. It looks like they only go in one way but not sure it's right!
Cheers
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GONE
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I'm after a 2 button remote fob, not bothered about the blade or transponder (although will take these as I'm mucking about).
Remote needs to be working (i.e. send a signal!)
Wanted GTI Passenger Door Loom and Window Regular Motor
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As the title suggests, I'm after a door loom (electric windows and mirror so assume non-GTI with these options would work) plus working window regular motor