Greetings Lupo Club.
I am joining the club as my daughter is currently learning to drive. She needs a small car to practise in and also to use once she passes to build her no claims bonus.
I saw a 1.0 petrol 53 plate car for sale as spares/repairs in Cheltenham and went to see this. I did some reseach and the mis fire could have been spark plugs, HT leads, Coil packs or worst case burnt valves. On seeing the car, i noted that the car ran fine, but if left to idle for a few minutes, would then start to mis fire and run very badly. If the car was switched off and on, it would clear the fault.
I noted the strong smell of fuel and lots of water exiting the exhaust. I didnt feel confident and walked away.
My daughter loves the shape of the Lupo and I would love her to have one. I would love her to have a GTI - but insurance might limit that!
If anyone has a good car for sale, please let me know. We would even consider a project GTI (i will stomach the insurance).
