RossB Posted January 9, 2017 Report Share Posted January 9, 2017 After more than 7 years of ownership, I've regrettably decided it's time to part ways with my beloved Lupo GTI so I can satisfy my urge for a convertible whilst I'm still in a position to do so. 2002 Lupo GTI 6 speed 97,000 miles Full service history 6 owners 2 keys MOT expiry 14/05/2017 I purchased the car on a bit of a whim on 19/09/2009, after deciding the Audi TT I'd owned for a month just wasn't for me at that time. I never expected I'd still own it over 7 years later, but that's a testament to how much fun this little car is, whilst also being affordable to own and run. It's been run almost exclusively on Shell V-Power since I've owned it. I always drive it with respect when the engine's cold, it doesn't go above 3,000rpm and I drive it gently until it's reached operating temperature. The car has 13 stamps in the service book, the first 5 of those being VW dealership, and the rest were all carried out by VAG specialists. I've kept pretty much every receipt I've ever had for parts or work carried out on the car, including all MOT records and invoices for services I've had done. The service intervals are as follows: 04/09/13 - 5837 miles 14/05/04 - 8669 miles 07/05/05 - 17886 miles 15/12/05 - 26814 miles ??/01/07 - 39730 miles 02/02/09 - 52460 miles 31/07/10 - 61093 miles 13/08/11 - 67923 miles 08/09/12 - 73423 miles 23/08/13 - 79941 miles 18/04/14 - 84221 miles 28/05/15 - 90830 miles 26/05/15 - 94594 miles Cam belt and water pump replaced @ 80,651 miles on 26/09/13. The condition of the bodywork is around what you would expect for a 14 year old car that's daily driven. There are stone chips and light scratches. There is some damage to the sill on the drivers side, I think part of this was a result of driving the car low, and also because I was once driving past a kid on a skateboard who wiped out and his skateboard rolled out into the road, hitting the car as I was driving past. The paint on the spoiler is bubbled, mostly on the underside (common fault). Modifications: - Weitec Hicon GT coilovers - Compomotive TH Mono 15x8 wheels with 195/45 Uniroyal Rainsport's, all with excellent tread depth. Some curbing to wheels. - camber shims on the rear to achieve negative camber, used to run 2 sets, now has 1 set fitted, wanted to remove all the camber but needed the arch clearance due to the 195/45 tyres. The front is also cambered. - optional extra leather seats, unfortunately didn't get the door cards with them. - Alpine head unit - Custom cat-back stainless steel exhaust fitted on 08/08/15 by MIJ Exhausts in Walsall. It's a little louder than standard but quite subtle and easy to live with - chassis notched Bad points: - high level brake light stopped working (not an MOT fail) - driver's door doesn't lock/unlock from the key fob 95% of the time so you have to put the key in - passenger door speaker has a tear in it, sounds ok at normal levels but it becomes noticeable at higher volume and/or bass heavy songs - front VW badge surround is cracked due to someone driving into the car at low speed whilst parked - rear tyres catch the arches over bigger bumps The car has recently had a new starter motor, wheel bearing, ABS ring & sensor, and o/s/r brake calliper fitted. Test drives welcome but only if you bring proof that you're insured to drive other cars on your policy. Hopefully I've covered everything but feel free to ask any questions. I'm located in Tipton in the West Midlands. No swaps please. £3500 ono. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reedo Posted January 22, 2017 Report Share Posted January 22, 2017 would you swap seats for normal with money your way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Cough Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 I would give my left nut to have this car! If you could ship to SA I would buy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 1 hour ago, 4Cough said: I would give my left nut to have this car! If you could ship to SA I would buy it! 419 scam! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Cough Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 what is 419? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 2, 2017 Report Share Posted February 2, 2017 google 419 scam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambro Posted March 29, 2017 Report Share Posted March 29, 2017 Still for sale? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KurtB Posted March 31, 2017 Report Share Posted March 31, 2017 (edited) Has your car had an IVA test? I thought cars with notched chassis' needed one? Edited April 1, 2017 by KurtB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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