RSI shall I ppl opinons

[DAVE_RSi]

Rite im new 2 the forum, am 19 from colchester,

need u lot 2 convince me a clio 1.8 rsi is the rite way 2 go

ok had an ax gt which was pretty fast but was falling apart so swapped it for a P reg corsa sport, bit slow and so so common but was a gd deal

looking to spent 1000-1500 really and get anythin from a K reg to a P probly

am i right in thinkin they are 0-60 - 8.6 secs insurance group 11

think i can get insured easy enough and have noticed theres a few on autotrader with fairly lowish miles (60K) for about £1400

what r ppls opinions on this car, fast? cheap 2 keep? reliable?

looking 2 get new car very soon, was meant 2 b getin a 106 1.4 xsi but it fell through

anyway theres a few on autotrader that r alrite with full mots, dont really mind about modded or unmodded really, just want sumin fast that i can keep 4 quite a while and slowly mod if needs b

cheers 4 any help

.Dave.

 

[Dan##]

most people will say go for a valver! stil 1.8 but 16v! RSIs seem 2 be cheaper tho, id go for a valver if i was you!

oh and welcome, arent i rude!
[Edited by ClioDan on 5/22/2004 9:49:36 PM]

 

[DAVE_RSi]

valver, info pls chap, 0-60 =........ bhp=........... insurance group...........

and what kinda prices cos i cant really go over 1500 and cant really afford insurance on anythin more than a group 11 at moment



cheers

.Dave.

 

[Type_Mo]

*Holds gun to his head*

Need i say anymore ?

 

[Dan##]

Car Engine 0-60 Top Speed BHP Ins Grp

RSi 1794 8.6 116 110 11
16v 1764 7.7 130 137 12

ya can get a mint one for around £2.5k but less mint ones can be had for around the £1.5 to £2k mark

 

[DAVE_RSi]

yes say more pls................



1.8 16v 137bhp 0-60= 7.7 insurance group 12

on autotrader all cost over 1700 :-( and most cheaper 1s av done alot of miles so prob stick 2 a lower mileage rsi

.Dave.

 

[DAVE_RSi]

cheers 4 that dan, gd old parkers info

at moment lookin at rsi then, go for around 60-70k miles probly

what r main problems on em?? never really looked in2 clios b4 so very lacking in the knowledge department

prone 2 head gasket going?? overheating?? rusting??

any kinda info would b great

will ring a couple of the 1s ive seen 2mora on autotrader and c what info i can get outa them, 1s a red P reg for £1400 and the other is an L reg for £1450

.Dave.

 

[Ben H]

Remember that the close insurance grouping wont necessarily mean that theyre close in terms of insurance premiums. Insurance groups reflect other things like security and cost of repair parts when cars are new (1991-96 in this case). Because both cars are old(ish) and would probably be written off if they needed repairs much over a grand, the premiums on them will now shift to the performance side of things. Basically, the gap will be bigger than the IG suggests.

If you can get a 16V insured, then it makes a good case for itself over and RSi. If you look at the figures its obviously better, but theres also the fact that the 16V was developed as a bona fide hot hatch rather than a warmed-up RT. The suspension and mechanicals of the 16V are very different to the RSi (hence the flared arches and bonnet bulge/vent). Its not like the Mk2 Golf GTi 8V/16V - the Clio 16V is much closer to the Willy than it is to the RSi.

Still, if you cant go down that route, the RSi is still an excellent warm hatch and has some lovely bits - e.g. the Phase1 16V seats were carried over into the RSi in Phase2 and Phase3.

 

[Dan##]

rust around the rear arches, and the rear wiper are the main problem areas! not really sure what else! and the bearings on the front are a problem, other than that im not to sure! have a try in both and see which you prefer, ive not driven either but i want to get a valver, they seem the more popular choice!

 

[DAVE_RSi]

ok cheers 4 all info, surprised at all the replies ive got from posting at 10pm on a fri nite, gd forum with lots of helpful ppl so weldone every1 im impressed,

(prob easily impressed though afta owning an ax gt where the forum has a total number of about 20 members)

I went on elephant.co.uk and put in details for when i re-new in october,

so put in i was 20 with 2 yrs no claims, on a L reg 1.8 rsi

quoted £675 3rd party fire and theft, which is pretty damn gd, same quote really as i got for the 1.4 106 xsi, (insurance group 10)

will c what 2mora brings and c if anythin under 200 miles away is in price band , gd mileage and fairly long mot on it!!

will let u know how i get on........

cheers

.Dave.

 

[number2301]

Leaky sunroof or aerial, rusty back arches, dodgy idling, dodgy electrics. None of thats major apart from the arches tho

 

[DAVE_RSi]

The 3 possibles so far
that ive seen






NO. 1. RENAULT CLIO RSi red
Manual 5 speed, Fastback, Silver. Alloys, Central Door Locking, Electric Sunroof, Power-Assisted Steering. 55000 MILES RECORDED (NOT GUARANTEED) SUPERB CONDITION RECORDED ON VCAR AMAZING DRIVE VERY FAST 07958 729387 £1,395.
B & IT Cars Tel: (01525) 377716

Distance: 69 miles
Price: £1,395

No. 2

1994 RENAULT Clio RSi, 1994, L
reg. 60000 miles, EW, CL, FFSR, PAS, alarm, immobiliser, new brakes, very good condition, quick car, van forces sale,. £1,400 . ono.



Tel: 01625 269919
Distance: 131 miles
Price: £1,400 ono.


NO.3
1997 RENAULT CLIO RSi 1.8, 1997,
P reg. 52000 miles, fRsh, e/windows, e/sunroof and mirrors, pas, later shape alloys, remote locking, alarm, imobiliser, stereo, 12 months MoT, lady owner, excellent condition,. £1,795 . ono.



Tel: (01406) 331028
Distance: 72 miles
Price: £1,695 ono.


[Edited by Essexlad_Dave on 22 May 2004 at 10:18pm]

 

[peterh2]

You might want to check if the cam belt has been changed, I think this needs doing at 72k and can be quite expensive. You may be better getting a car with >72k if the cam belt has already been done.

 

[kingJimBob]

essexlad, ive been looking a the same thing, really bored of 1.4RT performance on dual and motorway, so been looking at a Vavler, only thing that holds me back is the insurance and finding a mint one!

at the end of the day if ur going for performance, then the vavler, because to be honest for a 10 year old car, with a 1.8 engine the whole set up is pretty dam good, and u can wipe the smile off many other cars of same size engine.

the RSI on the other hand is basically like some1 said is the RT with a bigger engine. its still got farily respect performance.

for me im gonno wait till i can afford the Vavler, because i know if i go for the RSI chances are i will get bored 6 months down the line and look at the vavler agian.

But........ yes you will be sursprised how cheap the insurance on a RSI is!! nearly as cheap as my RT only £100 odd innit, an a RT is IG 5

 

[DAVE_RSi]

guna stick 2 a rsi 4 now, my funds will not allow me to go to 16v for quite a while

can pick up a lowish mileage rsi for under 1600, all 16vs i saw were high mileage for my price band

i looked about before for other 1.4 cars that would do 0-60 in under 10 secs cos i neva expected 2 b insured on anythin higher than a 1.4

an rsi will b a fair bit quicker than a citroen ax gt yea???

split wit the g/f of a year yesterday so need sumin worth while 2 sink my money and time in2

.Dave.

 

[Essex_Lad]

The 106 1.4 xsi has 100 BHP standard which is under 10s

RSI are fairly quick but few mods and an RT will keep up with one (Just ask Nicky lol)

Valvers are quick as and will piss over any little hatch but its down to how much u got for a car and insurance

Al

(The original Essex Lad )

 

[DAVE_RSi]

soz 4 same kinda username

ill go have a look at an rsi fairly near 2 me and test drive and c how fast it feels, just looking for sumin a lil bit faster than me ax gt was really, will end up getin full exhaust system on whateva i get anyway so will hopefully improve performance a lil

prob guna look at this 1 as its quite near 50 miles away

1995 clio 1.8 rsi 79k miles, full mot, 15" light alloys, pas, c/l , alarm, metallic green, 3 months parts and labour warranty , full valet

£1600

if i test drive 1 then will b able 2 tell if itll b enough 4 me or not

cheers.

.Dave, any1 round ere from colchester?

 

[Essex_Lad]

Powelly and Adam Nordone live in colchester

I live in Chelmsford so not far

That RSI sound a bargain to be honest

Al

 

[steve a]

Rsi, with decat, filter and chip is a quick car, mate ran a 16.1 1/4 mile with these mods, that time will beat quite a few valvers.

 

[DAVE_RSi]

********UPDATE********

went to look at an rsi 2day, RENAULT Clio 1.8 RSi 1996 N
3 Doors, Manual 5 speed, Hatchback, Petrol, 80k miles, Green Metallic. 15" light alloy wheels (wolf race, no kerbing at all), airbag single, central doorlocks with remote control, electric sunroof, FSH, will come with full MOT, power steering, radio/cassette, sport interior, sunroof, windows front electric

am getin this for £1650, is this a gd price???

test drove it and found few probs, front windscreen needs replacing, drivers wing mirror cracked, driveshaft needs replacing!!

its a garage so bloke said theyd do all the work and get full mot on it, also get 3 months parts and labour warranty on it and a full valet and service



http://pictures.autotrader.co.uk/ATD_web/servlet/media?id=81741196http://pictures.autotrader.co.uk/ATD_web/servlet/media?id=81741196

so what do u think, is this a gd deal or not???? car was extremely clean, few tiny tiny dents on it, no scratches!

cheers

.Dave.


[Edited by Essexlad_Dave on 23 May 2004 at 11:02pm]

 

[kingJimBob]

looks dam smart mate, if i had come across it when buying my RT i would have def gone for that!

the 3 months parts warri comes in well handy and they do all needed bits and peices, like place did where i got mine, cant be bad!

only thing todo is check when Cambelt was changed and your sorted.

 

[powelly]

Hey Essexlad_Dave! welcome to the site

I am also from colchester woohooo! some colchester members!! LOL!

You arent the one that lives/works at the bottom of brook street are you? Used to be a nice black clio there and now a black AX GT?

What area you live in fella?

Vix

 

[evy84uk]

Hey mate im in colchester!! Down by castle park..

Powelly i didnt kno you were too, but thinking about it, i think i saw you parked out side GKs once. looked smart!! where do all you lot go?

 

[powelly]

Another one from colchester?

how did i miss that??? Castle Park? cool! i live old heath way so not tooo far

yeah im always parked outside there but no car at the moment still having everything done ready for donny south hehe!! will get there eventually!

Do you have a big cliosport sticker on your back window?

Vix

 

[evy84uk]

No ive got a small one @ the top of the back window.. i have driven past you a couple of times, mines a black 172 with the k-tec grille.

 

[powelly]

yeah i know there is two black clios that go around and also Mikesclio as well also black so hard to keep up lol!

Yeah i think i know the one what rims you got on it? you probably have when my cars on the road i am always out and about lol!

Vix

 

[cheesney]

Dave I wouldnt pay much notice when a car trader offers a 3 months warranty. These warranties are usually not worth sh1t as I have had troubles with a car trader before and personally just do not trust them as most are complete liars and very dishonest. If I was you I would get the car checked out by somebody who knows what they are looking for, and do a full HPI history check. As once a trader has your money you find it very difficult to get back or to get repairs carried out, as they will not cover wear and tear items, which on a car of that age means probably just about everything! Sure it is probably a great car, just do not trust traders ....

 

[DAVE_RSi]

evy??? u went colchester institute and did sports course?? its Dave Streatfield used to have white ax gt

i live in wivenhoe but over last 10 months been basically living wit me g/f up mersea road, until we split on friday :-( so money is now going in 2 car

sorted insurance out on car this mornin, werent 2 bad, and elephant have quoted me £600 for october when im 20 wit 2 yrs no claims,

is mike parr on the forums??? another1 who goes about colchester!!

.Dave.

 

[powelly]

I cant believe your both from colchester and heres me thinking i was the only silly sod lol!

happy days!

mini meet soon then lol!

Vix

 

[DAVE_RSi]

Wouldnt know any1 who wants a 1.4 corsa sport would ya

my old ax gt was falling 2 pieces and mot was running out so i put it up 4 sale and sum idiot from cambridge came down 2 colchester and swapped his P reg corsa with 12 months mot for my ax gt, car worth £500ish for car worth £1600

dont like corsas but deal was 2 gd 2 turn down, so now need 2 sell corsa pretty damn quickly

back on autotrader 2day, so if u know any1 that wants a corsa then put em on 2 me

 

[powelly]

Cant say i do im afraid will keep an ear out tho just in case

Good luck selling it hehe!! not a bad deal lol!!

Vix

 

[DAVE_RSi]

hahahahahaha

ITS BACK, THE THREAD FROM THE DEAD

thanks James for the flashback

1500 posts later and i still have the rsi and i got a gd un aswel

even when i first joined i was impressed by the forum, how sweet

 

[h3lter]

1.6 16v rsi is the way to go!

faster than the 1.8 8v rsi!


[Edited by h3lter on 29 October 2004 at 12:11pm]

 

[_Tom]

Quote: Originally posted by h3lter on 29 October 2004


1.6 16v rsi is the way to go!

faster than the 1.8 8v rsi!


[Edited by h3lter on 29 October 2004 at 12:11pm]

Hmm my mates 8v Rsi pullas away from my other mate 16v RSi.