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Well expect it to be a lot slower than a 172 cup. They're very economical though expect 55-60mpg average. Once rolling they are not too bad, i've only ever been in a dci 80 though. That was nippy when rolling, most economical of the three models too.

I checked the oil in my Mazda 323 runaround this morning. Its the 1.8, same engine that goes in the MX5. When you check the oil from cold it shows just under half on the dipstick. However if you check it again when its been run for 2/3 mins it shows nothing :S is it low on oil or not? I don't...

Cruise is an attractive feature for me. Its something i'd always have liked when on a long drive.

That Rallye is stunning. Looks great on the Turini's.

I don't regret selling my ph1 172 because I did it for financial reasons. However I'll be back in another 1*2 as soon as I decide to get another car. I'll probably go for a 182 as they're a bit newer, may stretch to a trophy.

Sportlines. I much prefared the slightly stiffer setup than standard.

A mate of mine has a GTD DSG. It feels reasonably quick but the torque makes it feel quicker than it is. To be fair it sounds pretty good for a derv, you don't hear any diesel rattle or turbo whistle inside, just induction noise.

The gearboxes aren't good in the Clios. I found the box in my 1.2 Clio even worst than my 172. The gearbox is a minor niggle though considering the amount of car you get for your cash with a 1*2, its not the worst box in the world to use. The seats I found were good on long journeys because...

Looks great mate. Big fan of the 133's.

Looks great Steve! Glad to see it back to its best.

Hugely impressive this car. It must fly on those slicks!

It looks perfectly at home on track! 1.2 track cars aren't a bad idea really, cheap consumables and parts costs when things wear out.

Same brakes mate, just not painted red.

It looks great. Any reasons why you prefare it over the 182?

Gutted for you mate. Some twisted people out there. On the plus side its probably easier and cheaper for you for them to slash the seats than if they damaged the bodywork.

Looks like a great day. Good dry day too.

Nice car mate. Any plans for it?

About he £3K mark condition dependant. Prices haven't half come down. 12 months ago you would be looking at £4K for a good cup.

Bad luck that mate. Hope it all gets sorted for you easily. Will you go for another ZS?

When I got my 172 it didn't rattle untill I'd had it about a month. It had spend all of its life down south to my knowledge, I think the crap road surfaces up north caused a lot of the rattles.

Looks really good mate. What car did you have before? I went from a Clio 1.2 to 172 and its an awesome feeling.

I was hoping to insure another 1*2 for <£1000 fully comp when I'm 21 in 8 months. I seriously doubt that will happen the way insurance is now.

Re: W17GLE's new toy. Its lovely Chris. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Keep it for a bit then get bored in around 10 months and sell it to me ;)

Clear side repeaters would be a good start ;) On a serious note, some decent coilies, a whiteline ARB and some track days.

I couldn't park that focus next to a 200. The 200 has far too much presence for it.

Sounds like an eventful day. Loving the sideskirts and lack of rear wiper!

Yes they will. Evo magazines Clio V6 long termer has them in so if they go in a Vee they'll go in a 172.

Car looks fantastic on track Jamie. How did it drive? Was it your first trackday?

They are very good value for money. Servicing and repairs aren't cheap for a hatchback but they're generally reliable if looked after so yeah, they're good. Shame they're expensive to insure.

The alloy bonnet is so light isnt it. I went to open my mates Clios bonnet and though the catch wasn't undone because it was so heavy compared to mine. My 172 had the shift light too, it was cool when it lit up, I'm impressed by small things like that lol