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cheers edd, all is well!! Stu

got in car 2 night and lights not coming on automatically, any ideas?

Hi everyone, Had centre section replaced and rattle was still there, ended up having cat replaced and this worked. All under warranty of course! stu 172.

Basically if you want creature comforts, buy the std(if thats possible)172. If u like it without the added extras buy the cup!! I cant see that in real world driving that it makes a mega amount of difference!! Stu 172.

Have used the supplying dealer in the first place, they werent any good so I started to use the new local dealer. They do offer a collection/delivery service or courtesy car, and I know the delay on the cat is not their fault, but when they "melt" your servo pipe because they forgot to open...

I am also waiting for a new passenger side heater vent as its rattling(been on order for 3 weeks then they get the wrong one sent thru). Also waiting for passenger side window to be security etched,( this was replaced by the dealer because they scratched the inside of it when it was new).Reno...

Wrote a thread on here a while ago to say I was thinking of changing the car for either a ctr or leon cupra r, basically because of all the hassle associated with reno and their cars. Had middle section of the exhaust replaced(to try and cure 4k rattle), and as some of you may know they melted...

I was told when I had 2 wheels, that baby wipes did the trick!! Tested them and they worrked!! Stu172

Seriously thinking about changing the clio for ctr/leon cupra r!!! Basically getting fed up with all the little problems the 172 suffers from and the ability of the dealers to put the problems right. From day 1, problems have been as follows:- Laquer missing on lower panel behind doors...

Went down to the dealer this morning and saw the service manager and told him I was not happy about this pipe melting. He said ok and took me straight to my car and explained everything to me. The pipe hadnt actually melted but had basically shrunk, due to them listening for a slight...

Will let you all know whats happened after I get back. Cheers for the advice. Stu172.

Has anyone else ever had this problem? Stu172

So Ben how do u think this might have happened? Just trying to get together sum ammo when I go down there Stu172

Cheers mate will do!!! Stu 172.

Cheers for that Ben, Ive just spoken to a very good mechanic mate of mine and hes also said that this is a load of b******s . The service manager also said that this would never happen in a normal driving situation!! So what if iI was stuck on a motorway in the middle of summer for 30mins...

My Mrs took car in today to have new mid-section of the exhaust replaced(cure for the infamous 4k rattle). Asked if the car could be returned by 4 oclock as she finishes work at 4.15(works only 2 mins up the rd by car). She had heard no news by ten to 3 so phoned the dealer to see if the car...

Mine has gone in today for the mid section to be replaced, will keep you posted on whether its cured or not. Mileometer reading just over 12k. Stu 172.

Optimax is a 99ron rating, I never run it on anything else!!! Stu172.

Used to have std 1.3 gti mk11, 0-60 8.6 and 113mph top end handled like a boat though stu 172

Cant say I agree with u CUPSTAR my 172 has done approx 12000,has just been serviced and has never used alot of oil!!!

no way you can get done, its illegal for a gatso to take a picture head on!!!

Believe me Jase1 he was trying ask the Mrs lol. was autobox aswell.!!

Just had car in for its 12000 service, running absolutely spot on. Pulled up at traffic lights on a three lane carriageway tonight and a C32 AMG Merc comes up beside me. Hes on his own, Im 2 up with pretty light fuel load. Lights change, I get a good take-off . Pretty level in 1st gear but...

Golf V6 4 motion is 0-60 in 7.1 and 146 top end, next door neighbour just bought a w reg. stu172

Renault need to pay more attention to build quality as rattles and poor paint finish come as std. Apart from that it is a spot on drivers car

When i had my bog std GT Turbo a std valver would not stay with it 0-60. manufacturers figures were 0-60 7.2 and 128mph top end. admittedly a valver would pull away between 80-100 but std 0-60 was in the low 8s and top end was approx 134mph. Feel free to check the figures!!

At £106 per tyre someone is seriously ripping u off!!! Last set I had fitted on the front cost me £120 all inc from Hi-Q in glos. That was only 2 months ago

Cant say I agree telford_mike about it being a personal preference, the contis as ive said just do not grip in the wet/damp etc. All Im looking for is a good all round tyre, and a reduced amount of wear as 5k per set of fronts is taking th p**s, and this is with my mrs driving to work and...

Cheers for that mailto:m@thew">m@thew but what are the wear ratings like as im only getting approx 5k on my contis?

Found a mk11 on 02 plate for £10,495 in black(not reno dealer). Looks totally std but not stopped to have a look so dont know mileage. Local Reno dealer in glos, got a mk1 in flame red?,for £10,995. Looks mint condition, but again dont know miles.