bossjohnc Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 I'm a bit bored, so I thought I'd share.My lupo went in to VW on September the 6th for a faulty (read destroyed) gearbox, and a belt/tensioner/waterpump change. I had all the parts for the service, and they actually had the gearbox in stock, great! Shouldn't take more than a few days!The gearbox is under warranty.Whilst taking that out, they somehow also noticed a problem with the cat - it had collapsed apparently. Ever since I've had that car, the exhaust has been sootier than other GTIs I've seen, and I think this is why.On the plus side, it did seem to pass the MOT emissions tests with a collapsed cat, and this would probably also explain the 1 or 2 BHP it's always been lacking on rolling road days compared to other GTIs.The cat is also covered by warranty, however there were no cats in the UK. I'm pretty sure they had to actually make it and ship it over! Anyway, that arrived last week, and then they realised they were missing some brackets, of which there were also none. So hopefully they'll be here on Friday or early next week style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":wacko:" border="0" alt="wacko.gif" />So it's been almost a month driving my caddy, and not much else (apart from the new TT for a little while of course).Oh woe is me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willcrook Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 At least you'll get 2bhp extra when you get the car back , FAF! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitchell Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 i have aquired an engine style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":D" border="0" alt="biggrin.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitchell Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 nope style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":shades:" border="0" alt="shades.gif" />another first possibly style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDGM Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 (edited) I booked my car in for a remap today. As well as complaining to Skoda about my flaking paint.I just thought I'd share. style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" />Share some more (assuming it's the Skoda)... Where and what are you aiming for? I'm not interested about the paint though, sorry. Edited September 26, 2006 by IDGM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupodave Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 (edited) nope style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":shades:" border="0" alt="shades.gif" />another first possibly style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" />What is it?! What is it?!? Do tell!! Edited September 26, 2006 by lupodave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RallyeBaz Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 nope style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":shades:" border="0" alt="shades.gif" />another first possibly style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" />8 litre from a Viper style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":lol:" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moreno510 Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 I booked my car in for a remap todaythat will be great after a remap, what you looking for, 170 ?on that note,only three more days until i get the golf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted September 26, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 New engine, I'm betting the 1.4TSI.But if you want to be first you'll have to hurry style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=";)" border="0" alt="wink.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 I don't know. You common VAG drivers, moan moan moan. style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=";)" border="0" alt="wink.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris260 Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 I drove mine to the post box today, i might hit the big 10k in the next couple of months. Jon when's the remap happening?Boss John, what kind of caddy? Probably better than the 1.4 newbeetle they gave me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoopyLing Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 ...and this would probably also explain the 1 or 2 BHP it's always been lacking on rolling road days compared to other GTIs.When the cat collapsed on my Ibiza the poor thing would barely move, max speed was 40mph!! style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":lol:" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
payna Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 i know how you are feeling bossjohn! - when mine was in getting the box striped down and repaired they had it for over three weeks.....only i had to do with going back and forwards to work on a push bike!! style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":blush:" border="0" alt="blush.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicki Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 I don't know. You common VAG drivers, moan moan moan. style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=";)" border="0" alt="wink.gif" />Blah blah blah.BTW, those little orange things are call INDICATORS, just in case you forget. style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":P" border="0" alt="tongue.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted September 26, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 How's the hairdressing doctorate going Al? I bet you get top marks.The caddy's a 1.9SDI, fantastic for economy but really bad for fun. At least I can fit a mattress in the back for various camping events. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted September 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 Oi, get yer own thread style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":P" border="0" alt="tongue.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=";)" border="0" alt="wink.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Lupo Posted September 27, 2006 Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 awww i want my lupo back tooo style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":(" border="0" alt="sad.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Posted September 27, 2006 Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 Did they not even offer to give you a courtesy car while the work was being carried out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted September 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 Yes, and I'd need to pay £10/day to cover the insurance.That makes around £300 and counting. No thanks.In fact thinking about it, the warranty people should pay for a courtesy car, but I have the van and it saves the hassle - I think I'd have to pay out and claim back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Posted September 27, 2006 Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 Even for warranty work? Couldn't you just swap onto your own insurance?***Edit - Just saw your edit *** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Lupo Posted September 27, 2006 Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 they charge you £10 a day!! WHAT... i had to put just a single £10 down to have my courtesy car until they had finished what they were doing...!!are you sure!! thats ridiculous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted September 28, 2006 Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 I'm a bit bored, so I thought I'd share.My lupo went in to VW on September the 6th for a faulty (read destroyed) gearbox, and a belt/tensioner/waterpump change. I had all the parts for the service, and they actually had the gearbox in stock, great! Shouldn't take more than a few days!The gearbox is under warranty.Whilst taking that out, they somehow also noticed a problem with the cat - it had collapsed apparently. Ever since I've had that car, the exhaust has been sootier than other GTIs I've seen, and I think this is why.On the plus side, it did seem to pass the MOT emissions tests with a collapsed cat, and this would probably also explain the 1 or 2 BHP it's always been lacking on rolling road days compared to other GTIs.The cat is also covered by warranty, however there were no cats in the UK. I'm pretty sure they had to actually make it and ship it over! Anyway, that arrived last week, and then they realised they were missing some brackets, of which there were also none. So hopefully they'll be here on Friday or early next week style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":wacko:" border="0" alt="wacko.gif" />So it's been almost a month driving my caddy, and not much else (apart from the new TT for a little while of course).Oh woe is me!Could be worse. Sheldon could be 'fixing' your gearbox style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":mellow:" border="0" alt="mellow.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":lol:" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":eek:" border="0" alt="eek.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=";)" border="0" alt="wink.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted September 28, 2006 Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 (edited) I didn't have to pay a penny for the courtesy car i had, apart from petrol and i had it for a week. Strange VW dealers. Edited September 28, 2006 by Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Posted September 28, 2006 Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 Could be worse. Sheldon could be 'fixing' your gearbox style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":mellow:" border="0" alt="mellow.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":lol:" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":eek:" border="0" alt="eek.gif" />He'd probably make a better job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossjohnc Posted September 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 they charge you £10 a day!! WHAT... i had to put just a single £10 down to have my courtesy car until they had finished what they were doing...!!are you sure!! thats ridiculous!It depends on the company running the dealership - Abridge VW got taken over a while back and changed some of the rules...You can have a courtesy car, but you need to pay for the insurance - £10/day.They'll call you a cab, but you're paying.Other things too, to cut costs... (can't really remember). I won't be buying VW next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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