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Need 2 new tyres to pass my MOT for the 172 to get back on the road, sadly I can not locate the plastic tool to remove the cover or the locking wheel nuts, would most garages be able to manage without these? I recently had the car MOT'd and they had no problems so would your everyday...

I've had my clio 172 for years now and had to replace the standard box with a magnex 6x4 backbox. Its way to loud, ideally id like it back to standard but understand Renault would charge me a huge amount to replace it, any idea's what my best solution would be. I don't want a fancy...

I've had problems with my Clio producing no spark for the last few weeks, this website has lead me to believe its the TDC sensor (a common fault it seems) This morning I purchased a replacement sensor from Euro car parts, however its the wrong way around... I can not fit it any other way as...

Had a quick search and could not find an answer. Recently had a wheel bearing replaced for MOT on my 172, but after 200 miles I can hear the dreaded droning noise again :( Anyone know what could cause repeated wheel bearing failure? Oddly its a constant noise, it does not change volume when...

Hi Guys, After being off the road for a while (problems with clio, using work car etc) im looking to insure my 172 again this week. Last time I purchased insurance almost 2 years ago I paid a nominal amount for a years cover. Now im being quoted upwards of £1400 ! I am 26 2 years...

Took my 172 for its MOT last week, knew a few things needed doing, handbrake on one side, maybe some new pads wipers etc, light stuff.... anyways they have called back today, with a bill of £517.00 !!!! This included a service.... I can not believe they did not warn me prior that the bill would...

http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/578592.htm Alot of the corsa clan saying complete waste of money and 'are they even that good' etc etc Looks clean mind !

Anyone experienced problems of this nature with a 1*2? When cornering (especially to the right) car seems to lunge into a tighter right turn ever so slightly with no change in steering direction from myself?? Bit wary of driving at the moment, going for MOT shortly, maybe this will pick it...

Need insurance on my 172 as of tomorrow, but my 2ncb are on hold as some prick hit my 172 whilst the mrs was driving it 6 months ago, claim still not resolved so im down to zero no claims. I was wondering.... who are the younger 1*2 drivers with, im 23... no points garaged at night, no...

Catback magnex for a 172 actually fit inside said car? Picking one up on Sunday

Hey guys, my backbox has 90% become severed from the mid-pipe, due to errosion by the looks of it, crap design etc etc, but it also apears ive lost the support which keeps the backbox suspended do I need to get this from renault? Also how much for a replacment backbox 172 02?

Hey guys, My new 172 was in the garage for 3 weeks, all repairs complete but they cant start her.... its turning over so dont think its the alternator, but just wondering if its something to do with the immob? Havent tried the 2nd key yet, battery has been charged overnight, and jump leads...

Hi guys, Just bought a lovely 172 from a chap off here... thing is, im confused, cars rev counter does not have the red dashed zone above the limiter and seems to rev to 7600 on the clock? Has this been remapped or did the earlier 172 mk2's do this anyway? its a 2002 51 plate and the shift...

Anyone know if still for sale? Got a very interested buyer, sorry for posting in wrong section as urgent

Hi again, Just wondering, having a hard time finding some bog standard 172s out there, all seem to have some form of aftermarket exhaust system from the cat back... not really looking for something like this, how do they sound exactly? Ive never heard one before really, other than my mates...

Hi all, Not sure if been asked before, just wondering if someone can tell me the standard 1/4 times for both Cup and 172 please, thankyou :D mods or not!

Hi, was wondering if someone could tell me if there is a shift light present on the 172 cup? Thanks

Hi all, Potential Cup owner here, or 172, not sure still yet... Just wanting to know ive found one locally for sale to me on the autotrader, but it seems a bit suspect... its an 03 with 35,000 Cup model for sale... 5500ono .... Seems to good? Just wanted to know what you think. Was going to...

hi all, ive been interested in a mk1 for some time now, not wanting to spend over 5-6k really the mk1 front end i like very much i thought this seems like a nice car to go for I used to own a 150bhp 106gti so i like my hot hatch's ive found a 2000 W example ... slightly on the high...

hi there.... im thinking about trading in my 150bhp 106gti for a mk1 172... ive seen them for around the 6-7k area and I really like the look of them in silver... id leave it standard as im after a standard car now.... cant be doing with exhausts and malarky !! Just wondering if someone can fill...

hi guys! Just wanted to ask peoples advice on a situation that has really caused me some bother... just over 3 months ago I sold my 1997 106gti with 70k on the clock for 2500 (i bought it 9 months earlier for 4200) loosing quite a bit I know, but needed to be done. The person who bought the...

getting dealer finance on around 11-12k just asking before I jump in...

Saw one at York about a month ago... what is it? limited edition cup or something? never heard of anything like it before.. imagine it flies !

Just wanted to know who was going to York and what you are hoping for in your clios etc... Im hoping to get into the 14s in my 106... Wouldnt mind going up against a few 172s... what category do they run in on the day?

Not starting an argument, might be a common question, but what performance differences between a Cup 172 and a 182... are they evenly matched?

hi guys, wondering you can try and give me some NONE BIASED help with a decision... im looking to get rid of my 140+bhp 106GTi due to me wanting something which is a bit newer (had loads of mechanical grief lately) ... here are my options... CTR probably 2001-2002 182 brand new... either...

Hi there, I was wondering if someone could give me an idea what these 172s would generally run in a standing quater sprint... ive recently had my car ran up the strip and just want to see how much is in it... cheers rich