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I think it would be difficult to guage when/if they would need serviced.
The roads are so different in Britain to abroad that lets say for example the 50 Tophys destined for Switzerland might have an easier life as there roads are smoother thus meaning maintenance might not be needed until 80k...
I owned a Phase 1 for 18 months and i now have a 106 GTi.
I like the GTi, but i prefer the 172 if im honest.
Although in terms of real world pace there not far away i feel the 172 was a more purpose built car if the makes sense, i love the rawness of each the 106 and the 172 but some how i...
+1
Even if i was going travelling or whatever the urgent reason was id never, ever sell a car without.
It speaks so much more of a car when you can sell with confidence
If your after the asthetics of the cup (i.e the Cup spoiler and Speedline wheels) Then why not just but a normal 172 and add these to it?
There IS no difference in real world speed
You might want to consider breaking it if its viable mate if your serious about selling it on.
Advertising the obvious parts and guaging interest should ensure your worthwhile in breaking or selling!