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2007 MK5 VW Golf TDi
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
It cost me about £350 fitted from Renault... Its well hidden as I can't find anything - not even the siren!!
I guess its the same as the standard UK spec alarm just fitted after manufacture! Its a Thatcham CAT 1 alarm which has to be fitted by the dealer I think. Do standards have an LED next to the gear stick?
It cost me about £350 fitted from Renault... Its well hidden as I can't find anything - not even the siren!!
I guess its the same as the standard UK spec alarm just fitted after manufacture! Its a Thatcham CAT 1 alarm which has to be fitted by the dealer I think. Do standards have an LED next to the gear stick?
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
Ally, I figured you didn't mean me specifically but I thought I'd clarify myself anyway.
I've not technically bought the car yet, by 4pm Saturday I will have and should be driving around smiling lots
Ally said:Sneeks I wasn't meaning you especially.
BTW, you bought the car yet? You're profile to the left says you've got a 172... Or is that just in anticipation?
Ally, I figured you didn't mean me specifically but I thought I'd clarify myself anyway.
I've not technically bought the car yet, by 4pm Saturday I will have and should be driving around smiling lots
X-172 Cup
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
LOL @ this thread,
Sneak - that car is a bargain @ £6350
If the log book says it's a UK car and there is no 'import marker' on the HPI then it's as good as a UK car and you won't have any problems selling it either.
What makes me laugh is that we are all getting a little agitated with the 'is mine an import or not? / are imports not as good as UK cars? but let's not forget: THEY ARE ALL RUDDY IMPORTED FROM FRANCE!!! LOL:rasp:
The only thing that would concern me was the apparent dishonesty/incompetence of the dealer not knowing whether it was a UK car, but for this my friend you can negotiate discount, a few hundred quid off/full tank of Optimax & 12 months tax etc etc....BTW
LOL @ this thread,
Sneak - that car is a bargain @ £6350
If the log book says it's a UK car and there is no 'import marker' on the HPI then it's as good as a UK car and you won't have any problems selling it either.
What makes me laugh is that we are all getting a little agitated with the 'is mine an import or not? / are imports not as good as UK cars? but let's not forget: THEY ARE ALL RUDDY IMPORTED FROM FRANCE!!! LOL:rasp:
The only thing that would concern me was the apparent dishonesty/incompetence of the dealer not knowing whether it was a UK car, but for this my friend you can negotiate discount, a few hundred quid off/full tank of Optimax & 12 months tax etc etc.
...BTWRe: Discovered my 172 is a Import
I don't think anyone has anything at all against imports to be honest. The main issue is that if you are buying an import, you should know you are buying an import. Regardless of how much you think it should be worth compared to a UK 172, they usually are considerably cheaper (for reasons I admit I cannot explain)
Although this situation seems fairly genuine, people in the past have been "ripped off" before, thinking they have a full UK spec car but in fact have been supplied a Dutch import. The fact that compensation has been claimed by others proves that regardless of the fact they are basically the same car, they are not in the eyes of insurers (even though they don't charge you more) and potential future buyers.
If you know you are buying an import then great, save yourself a bit of money and get one, just confirm with Renault UK before you buy that if its less than 3yrs old that its valid for warranty work etc.
Ally said:WTF have people on here got against imports? It's the same car made in the same factory FFS...
I don't think anyone has anything at all against imports to be honest. The main issue is that if you are buying an import, you should know you are buying an import. Regardless of how much you think it should be worth compared to a UK 172, they usually are considerably cheaper (for reasons I admit I cannot explain)
Although this situation seems fairly genuine, people in the past have been "ripped off" before, thinking they have a full UK spec car but in fact have been supplied a Dutch import. The fact that compensation has been claimed by others proves that regardless of the fact they are basically the same car, they are not in the eyes of insurers (even though they don't charge you more) and potential future buyers.
If you know you are buying an import then great, save yourself a bit of money and get one, just confirm with Renault UK before you buy that if its less than 3yrs old that its valid for warranty work etc.
Ziel Nurburgring
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
Whats the miles on it? Maybe if its 24/36 you could ask them to throw in a free service. 36k is an expensive one.
Arent all the ultra sonic sensors wired into the A pillar with the black cube sticking out? Not aware of any moulding(as someone said, they look aftermarket)
Whats the miles on it? Maybe if its 24/36 you could ask them to throw in a free service. 36k is an expensive one.
Arent all the ultra sonic sensors wired into the A pillar with the black cube sticking out? Not aware of any moulding(as someone said, they look aftermarket)
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
Yeah, my alarm's standard fit (although I think it was an option that's added in after). Black square microwave sensors on the A-pillars and an LED by the gear stick. Is it a cat1 alarm then? Mine had a sticker in the window saying the car was CAT2 but that could have just ben the immobiliser befor ethe alarm was fitted.
Yeah, my alarm's standard fit (although I think it was an option that's added in after). Black square microwave sensors on the A-pillars and an LED by the gear stick. Is it a cat1 alarm then? Mine had a sticker in the window saying the car was CAT2 but that could have just ben the immobiliser befor ethe alarm was fitted.
RenaultSport clio 172 mk2
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
how do you find out its a import coz sneaks says on the hpi it didnt state if it was an import so how do you find out
how do you find out its a import coz sneaks says on the hpi it didnt state if it was an import so how do you find out
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
Stokecitypottermouse: hence my use of inverted commas around 'UK' in my first post, lol
The Renault dealer when I went for some warranty work recent;y couldn't find my car on their computer system when searching by reg - had to use VIN number as sneeks says above. The dealer also took a visible step backwards when they found out it was an import - certainly seemed reluctant to carry out the warranty work on an import!
When I come to sell mine on if anyone asks then I'll tell them it's an import - it's exactly the same spec now anyway, including the window etching. Either that or they'll visit www.cliosport.net and see me mouthing off about my car being an import, lol!
Stokecitypottermouse: hence my use of inverted commas around 'UK' in my first post, lol
The Renault dealer when I went for some warranty work recent;y couldn't find my car on their computer system when searching by reg - had to use VIN number as sneeks says above. The dealer also took a visible step backwards when they found out it was an import - certainly seemed reluctant to carry out the warranty work on an import!
When I come to sell mine on if anyone asks then I'll tell them it's an import - it's exactly the same spec now anyway, including the window etching. Either that or they'll visit www.cliosport.net and see me mouthing off about my car being an import, lol!
S2000
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
What I don't understand if a car is imported from Holland, then why is it right hand drive??? I've heard of cars being imported from ireland and cyprus, but that's fine as they drive on the same side of the road as us.
What I don't understand if a car is imported from Holland, then why is it right hand drive??? I've heard of cars being imported from ireland and cyprus, but that's fine as they drive on the same side of the road as us.
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
"What I don't understand if a car is imported from Holland, then why is it right hand drive??? I've heard of cars being imported from ireland and cyprus, but that's fine as they drive on the same side of the road as us."
Don't quote me on this, but I think someone like Motorpoint will have a local agent in the country who will order up loads of cars but request them in right hand drive. The agent would then forward these onto the UK retailer who will sell them as imported cars.
There's nothing to stop you going into your local Renault dealer in the UK and ordering up a new Clio but requesting it in left hand drive!
"What I don't understand if a car is imported from Holland, then why is it right hand drive??? I've heard of cars being imported from ireland and cyprus, but that's fine as they drive on the same side of the road as us."
Don't quote me on this, but I think someone like Motorpoint will have a local agent in the country who will order up loads of cars but request them in right hand drive. The agent would then forward these onto the UK retailer who will sell them as imported cars.
There's nothing to stop you going into your local Renault dealer in the UK and ordering up a new Clio but requesting it in left hand drive!
Turbo'd MX-5 MK4
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
yeah, but what you've got to remember is that the 36k service will cost you around £360 min.
sneeks said:Yeah I just noticed that one. My car has less mileage and cost me £1100 less than that
yeah, but what you've got to remember is that the 36k service will cost you around £360 min.
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
it was the rage a while back to go to holland buy it from a dealer and pay the import tax in the uk, cos it worked out cheaper. but uk prices are so low now there no need. Mine is a 2003 mk 2, nothing different about it to a uk spec one, if u have specific things you'd like me to check let me know, i'll go outside for a look.
it was the rage a while back to go to holland buy it from a dealer and pay the import tax in the uk, cos it worked out cheaper. but uk prices are so low now there no need. Mine is a 2003 mk 2, nothing different about it to a uk spec one, if u have specific things you'd like me to check let me know, i'll go outside for a look.
Ziel Nurburgring
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
36K Service
Change oil
Change oil filter
Change air filter (The 1.2 8V, 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V only need to be done at the 36k service)
Change passenger compartment filter (if appropriate)
Check bodywork for rust etc (this is part of the Renault anticorrosion check)
Check brakes for wear, failing seals, fluid level (the reservoir on the 172/182 is at the back of the engine on the drivers’ side on the bulkhead. You need to remove the engine cover if fitted to see if often as it is in an annoying place)
Check power steering
Check exhaust
Check condition of the rubber gaiters on the steering rack
Check the coolant level (big tank attached to the back of the engine bay on the passenger’s side of the car. Top up etc as appropriate so the level is between the minimum and maximum. Make sure you do this when the engines coolant is cold as the system is highly pressurised (1.2 bar and hot) so it can hurt you if you try removing the cap when it’s hot. Also fluid level changed when it’s hot.
Front and rear windscreen wiper check. Condition etc.
Tyres check for uneven wear and pressures (spare should be also check).
Check front and rear shock absorbers are correctly fixed no leaks etc.
Check bulbs work (brakes/indicators etc)
Check battery charge state.
Check all windows/mirrors for cracks etc.
Computer check of any errors logged in the ECU etc.
Spark plugs changed.
36K Service
Change oil
Change oil filter
Change air filter (The 1.2 8V, 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V only need to be done at the 36k service)
Change passenger compartment filter (if appropriate)
Check bodywork for rust etc (this is part of the Renault anticorrosion check)
Check brakes for wear, failing seals, fluid level (the reservoir on the 172/182 is at the back of the engine on the drivers’ side on the bulkhead. You need to remove the engine cover if fitted to see if often as it is in an annoying place)
Check power steering
Check exhaust
Check condition of the rubber gaiters on the steering rack
Check the coolant level (big tank attached to the back of the engine bay on the passenger’s side of the car. Top up etc as appropriate so the level is between the minimum and maximum. Make sure you do this when the engines coolant is cold as the system is highly pressurised (1.2 bar and hot) so it can hurt you if you try removing the cap when it’s hot. Also fluid level changed when it’s hot.
Front and rear windscreen wiper check. Condition etc.
Tyres check for uneven wear and pressures (spare should be also check).
Check front and rear shock absorbers are correctly fixed no leaks etc.
Check bulbs work (brakes/indicators etc)
Check battery charge state.
Check all windows/mirrors for cracks etc.
Computer check of any errors logged in the ECU etc.
Spark plugs changed.
Re: Discovered my 172 is a Import
According to Edde's thread the belts do not need replaced until the 72k service.
Macca I'm sure the car will be fine, apparently the 172 mentioned earlier in this thread for £7500 is a mess. A friend has just viewed it.
The dealer is just off of the phone. He swears that the car was built for the UK market and was not adapted for it at a later time. I've been told it entered the UK through a Dutch distributor to a Renault dealership where it was 1st registered. DVLA and HPI report it as a non import.
According to Edde's thread the belts do not need replaced until the 72k service.
Macca I'm sure the car will be fine, apparently the 172 mentioned earlier in this thread for £7500 is a mess. A friend has just viewed it.
The dealer is just off of the phone. He swears that the car was built for the UK market and was not adapted for it at a later time. I've been told it entered the UK through a Dutch distributor to a Renault dealership where it was 1st registered. DVLA and HPI report it as a non import.
