Mechanically standard RS Clio?

[DrR]

Really! Mine are being changed next service, they're only still on cos the wheels have been stored in the garage.

 

[benhwolves]

yup but have only covered 17k from new and switched fronts for backs on 10k I think

 

[realnumber 1]

The receipt for it will be in the folder though.

As would my Powerflex. The point is that some 3rd party parts are of a far higher standard than OEM and people do know that and wouldn't be put off by them.
I agree some mods such as a loud exhaust and coilovers might put people off but not things like tyres and mounts...

 

[DrR]

My mods are only "improvements" Stainless exhaust, but it's almost as quiet as standard, and the powerflex mount.

 

[olliewebbuk]

Might not put you off, but you're forgetting that most people buying a 2nd hand car are really anally retentive. They are looking to find the most standard car they can find. I'm not overly fussed myself as I know I can return something to standard if needs be, other people I know wouldn't touch stuff with things like PowerFlex bushes. I'm aware it's stupid but the buyer is king.

 

[realnumber 1]

Might not put you off, but you're forgetting that most people buying a 2nd hand car are really anally retentive. They are looking to find the most standard car they can find. I'm not overly fussed myself as I know I can return something to standard if needs be, other people I know wouldn't touch stuff with things like PowerFlex bushes. I'm aware it's stupid but the buyer is king.

Will have to agree to disagree on this one.

 

[olliewebbuk]

I completely agree with your point, but other people don't. If I was keeping my 172 forever I'd go to town. But I'm not. I bought it because I saw the car I was after down to a tee, I'm gonna keep her short term and then swap her for (probably) a beemer. I'll be 24 next year, I'm getting on pal! I need comfort.

 

[Gaz_]

I'd know if it had a powerflex dogbone. Can feel them in idle buuuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrrr

Rather a new o.e tbh!

 

[realnumber 1]

I completely agree with your point, but other people don't. If I was keeping my 172 forever I'd go to town. But I'm not. I bought it because I saw the car I was after down to a tee, I'm gonna keep her short term and then swap her for (probably) a beemer. I'll be 24 next year, I'm getting on pal! I need comfort.

Meh, try 35 next month:dead:. Still love the Clio even at my age.

I'd know if it had a powerflex dogbone. Can feel them in idle buuuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrrr

Rather a new o.e tbh!

Mine only did that for the 1st month or so!

 

[DrR]

Yeah same, i went to a safari park day after getting mine fitted, was so bad! Can't even tell now.

 

[Chili Red]

My 182 was 100% standard when I sold it

 

[Woolly]

Hey guys, I just bought a 182 (05 version). I haven't got a clue what the standard version is - where do I find out what the standard spec was.

Its like when the insurance company asks " Does it have any modifications?" I don't know - can anyone help? How do modfications affect the insurance?

 

[Goodj]

Hey guys, I just bought a 182 (05 version). I haven't got a clue what the standard version is - where do I find out what the standard spec was.

Its like when the insurance company asks " Does it have any modifications?" I don't know - can anyone help? How do modfications affect the insurance?

stick various pics up of under-bonnet and outside, might have some clues there

 

[Woolly]

I'll get some pics up when it eventually stops raining. Post to a new thread and get the benefit of your experience...

 

[Jamie16v]

Mines pretty much standard, just a full body kit, throttle bodies, roll cage and a magic tree.

being serious the only thing different is a phase 1 airbox...

 

[olliewebbuk]

being serious the only thing different is a phase 1 airbox...

You fail this thread.