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hi, does anyone recommend any particular make of spark plugs for the 172 or is eveyone happy with the standard issue for the 172 sport mk 2? plus is there any out there that will increase throttle response times ? cheers Pete

Oh yes ! even if i got mullered ! but i didnt and that made my day ! even better than upsetting BMW drivers !

Just had a race with an old 308 gtb - the guy wasnt happy !:devilish: Sat behind him in Shoreham west sussex on a dual carriageway next to the airport and waited for lights to go green - he drove off and i floored the 172 - the distance stayed the same until around 70 when the 172 actually...

Hi Mav I totally Agree with CB1A - Renault are a Joke when it comes to servicing intervals for the 172 !- My local dealer sold me the car yet when i ring them to check the service intervals they didnt know ! I found out the necessary info on here to start with. I went to my trusted local (VAT...

What would be your choices of performance mods (to increase 0-60 time !) to the mk 2 172 if you had a budget of ? A : £500 B : £1000 Anyone ?

Hi , CD SYSTEM :FOR SALE Ive got my Renault Multiplay cd Changer for sale PLus a Sony "Face off" Head Unit with single CD player / Radio - It comes with receipt, and came out of my clio 1.4 when i bought my new clio which has a changer in it so i dont need this one. The condition is...

Hi GirlRacer, Thats a good post of yours :) The main dealers in my experience worry me when i have dealt with them as they dont seem to share the passion of the 172 as we all do - They seem very lost when i speak to them about the car as i think they are more used to servicing basic...

Hi Jeremy, I checked this out as i was concerned before i took the car to my regular mechanic and this is what i found out ... As long as you use official parts and the mechanic is VAT registered the warranty is still valid. I checked with Renault UK at Rickmansworth and also our family...

Viv, is that a main Dealer ? and let us know what the final price is when you collect your 172 ? cheers mate Pete

Chogg i know how you feel mate ! spok to renault worthing and they didnt even know what the 172 is ? !! they also told me it didnt need servicing until 18,000 ! thats after they had to check and ring me back as they knew nothing about the 172 ! I got my parts from renault and got the service...

Hey Guys. Just got my 172 serviced by my local Mechanic who does all the work on our cars. Cost £114 including Pollen Filter and Oil change etc as in accordance with the renault servicing schedule. Renault wanted £167 for 12,000 service and another £30 for pollen filter ! Total = £197 +...

Yeah I Agree totally 172Loony The cars look like a "bolted" on attempt to compete with proper performance cars liks the 172s - They look sh*te and they always have estate agent type people driving them !!! hahahaha :) I cant stand the colours they make in these cars - worst attempt at a...

Thats what I thought ! - It looks like an "Old" salesmans car !!!! 172 Rules !

What would be quicker 0-60 and the fastest overall ? A 172 Mk 2 or the MG ZT 190+ Has anyone raced one of these mgs Yet ?

I was under the impression that you would take of half a second from the maufacturers figures due to the fact that they use 2 people in the car and half a tank of fuel. I could be wrong though but the car always feels quicker personally than that published stats. It does embarass a few...

got a question for all 172 owners (new model) What do you think is the true 0-60 stats of the car ? Pete

Got a question for anyone who owns a clio 172 ? I spoke to Renault UK today and they state that to keep your 172 under the manufactures warranty you HAVE to have it serviced by an Official Renault Dealer . I thought as long as your local mechanic is VAT registered and use official renault...

thanks tommy and the rest of you - I have decided to ask for evidence and then go to magistrates - im not bothered about going to court - in fact im going to use it a test case so i can let others know i get treated so at least all drivers on here can get a diary of the events - it may help...

cheers guys - i wont give em an easy time - i even what a photo of my speeding for my efforts !

Damn Just got a post saying I got 3 points for doing 36 in a 30 mph dual carriage way in a built up area! I know about speeding and would describe myself as a careful drive who enjoys a bit of rarcing in my 172 around the motorways but i think 36 on a carriageway is a bit harsh! Got Done at...

GirlRacer - You have some excellent and valid points - Great Post :) - I become concerned about the level of "common sense" and "intelligence" when the serivce guy here at renault in Worthing asked me what is the 172 !!! ??? Worrying eh ! ? Thanks for all your advice on this subject and...

thanks telford mike , much appreciated :)

Hey _KDF_ ! what is it about renault dealers that they know so little about 172s !! ?? I know how you feel !

Does anyone know if you actually need to have your 172 serviced at a Renault authorised dealer in order to keep the Renault warranty valid or can it be serviced at your local garage (non renault) ? I was told that if any car mechannic is VAT registered and the car is serviced as per the schedule...

I dont belive this! How come most Car Dealers havent got a clue when it comes to the service intervals ! does anyone know when the first service is due ? mines done 9,000 miles now and its 5 months old now. ive been told by dealer its 10,000 , then 8,000! then its 12,000 - help anyone!? When...

I dont belive this! How come most Car Dealers havent got a clue when it comes to the service intervals ! does anyone know when the first service is due ? mines done 9,000 miles now and its 5 months old now. ive been told by dealer its 10,000 , then 8,000! then its 12,000 - help anyone!? When...

cheers girlracer - thats what i thought - thanks for advice :)

cheers girlracer - thats what i thought - thanks for advice :)

hi paddymph, i thought it was an interesting number as im a huge footy fan!

hi paddymph, i thought it was an interesting number as im a huge footy fan!