Things to look out for????

[volvokid]

Hopefully I'm going to take delivery of my G/F's 54 plate 182, What things should i check before i take the keys? I already read that the headlamp jets often fail but what ells can i check at the side of the road?

Thanks
Martyn

 

[DrR]

Cambelt done?

 

[volvokid]

Full service history, its done 46K does it need it? I will ask if you think I should.

 

[DrR]

Aux belt is 10k overdue, and cambelt is due.

 

[Sargara]

Turn the ignition, watch the dash lights for anything suspecious. Make sure the airbag light goes out after coming on etc. Give everything the once over to make sure its all in working order such as electric windows, washer jets. Make sure both seats fold as you would expect. When you start the car listen for any tappet "ticking" symptoms.

Theres nothing clio specific to be honest mate.

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

So long as the car has been cherished and maintained religiously ot should be fine.

Make sure the car is cold prior to inspection, warm cars hide faults that may arouse during start up so request it be cold.

 

[volvokid]

It all sounds like general stuff to me cheers guys, The Renault dealer faxed me the details of the previous owner today so i gave him a call, he was a photographer slightly older then most Clio owners lol so that was good he said the last service cost him 900 and no expense was spared on the car, he bought the car when it was 1 year old. He's just bought a new RX8 and loves it.
I also got to see the car when it was up on the ramps and it looked clean to me.

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Good stuff mate, best of luck with the purchase!

 

[AK]

Sounds like you've found a good example then!

 

[Jonff]

It all sounds like general stuff to me cheers guys, The Renault dealer faxed me the details of the previous owner today so i gave him a call, he was a photographer slightly older then most Clio owners lol so that was good he said the last service cost him 900 and no expense was spared on the car, he bought the car when it was 1 year old. He's just bought a new RX8 and loves it.
I also got to see the car when it was up on the ramps and it looked clean to me.

If that's true it sounds likely the belts have been done.

 

[volvokid]

If that's true it sounds likely the belts have been done.

He said he just put on 2 new tyres so not sure if that was part of the price, I cant see the guy lying he has nothing to lose now that he doesnt have the car but you never know.
I just wish i could nip back down to see the car again but its about 8 hours away, I always think I forgot to check something.

 

[Jonff]

If they have been done it should be in the service history.

 

[Jonff]

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I just wish i could nip back down to see the car again but its about 8 hours away, I always think I forgot to check something.

Easy done. I always end up forgetting to check something when buying a new car.

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Aye its funny how everything you think about disapears soon as you get to the car lol

 

[Jonff]

Aye its funny how everything you think about disapears soon as you get to the car lol

Lol! The sensible thing to do would be to write a list of everything to check before you leave your house. Saying that though I've never done that myself.

 

[volvokid]

I hope its all good the body work looked mint (slight scuff on passenger mirror but you can only really feel it) cant wait to detail it. Its got a 2 year warranty so that's a bit of a safety net.

 

[volvokid]

Lol! The sensible thing to do would be to write a list of everything to check before you leave your house. Saying that though I've never done that myself.

Thats what i was thinking hence why i started this thread I'll just print the page :rasp:

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Very good idea mate! I had my old boy with me (he's a mechanic/engineer) so I was kinda lucky when I went to look at the 172!

I would recommend taking someone mechanically minded, it'll pay dividends when
it comes to future maintenance!

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Its got a 2 year warranty? Who is that with mate??

 

[volvokid]

Very good idea mate! I had my old boy with me (he's a mechanic/engineer) so I was kinda lucky when I went to look at the 172!

I would recommend taking someone mechanically minded, it'll pay dividends when
it comes to future maintenance!

I'll take my daddy down he's not bad with the cars i may ask my friend if he want to come down with me he use to be a top notch mechanic

 

[volvokid]

Its got a 2 year warranty? Who is that with mate??

Its with Evans Halshaw Renault.

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

That's good lad, any warranty is a good idea! There shouldn't be any issues with it so long as its been cared for! Fantastic cars the Renault Sport Range!

 

[volvokid]

I cant wait i feel like a kid on christmas eve, I wouldnt have a clio as my main car as i'm into bigger cars but i cant wait for this thing to come home its a great car for the mrs, certainly better than her old Fabia SDI slowest car i have ever driven but well built.

 

[Jonff]

I cant wait i feel like a kid on christmas eve, I wouldnt have a clio as my main car as i'm into bigger cars but i cant wait for this thing to come home its a great car for the mrs, certainly better than her old Fabia SDI slowest car i have ever driven but well built.

Lol. And you'll have a decent drive back if you're 8 hours away from it. 5k kick FTW!

Have you paid extra for the 2 year warranty?

 

[volvokid]

Yeah she paid 317 for it, it should have been 100 more but I tryed to get it cheaper

 

[volvokid]

Lol. And you'll have a decent drive back if you're 8 hours away from it. 5k kick FTW!

Have you paid extra for the 2 year warranty?

He's meeting me in Edinburgh so I will have a 4hour play with the car.

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Well you know what they say, no car goes like someone elses car lol

 

[volvokid]

Well you know what they say, no car goes like someone elses car lol

Lol but if I break it she'll break me lol if in doubt flat oot....

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Very true that lol.

Pics of said missus? It'll keep the masses happy.... Lol

 

[volvokid]

Lol heres one of me and her from last weekend

Is this the type of site that would call her a munter if thats what they thought lol

 

[Jonff]

Lol! Very brave posting that mate and yes they will say what they think on here.

 

[volvokid]

Lol! Very brave posting that mate and yes they will say what they think on here.

Hee Hee never mind. :slap:

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

LoL very good Sir, I jest when I ask for images, you delivered, its niiice.

 

[AK]

LoL very good Sir, I jest when I ask for images, you delivered, its niiice.

I'd watch out for Danny tbh.. That photo will already be plastered all over his wall etc..

Hes a wee sexual deviant!

 

[ChrisPearson]

pics?






o wait

 

[Ridahz]

Top man for actually posting a pic and welcome to CS. You will like it here i assure you

As for the 182 sounds like you got a good 1. The ride back will put a smile on your face

 

[Gal]

Thought the cambelt needed doing on 72k? or is it just that its coming upto 5 years old?

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Cambelt is 72k or 5 years, whichever is soonest.

Aux Belt is 36k. All 172's should have had atleast one cambelt and aux belt change and every 182 thats on a 54 plate should be due just now aswell

 

[Gal]

Not sure if mine has had it or not really to be honest.

7 years old now as well. Should get it booked in really.....

 

[The Chubby Pirate]

Not sure if mine has had it or not really to be honest.

7 years old now as well. Should get it booked in really.....

Brave....! Dont take it to Renault your looking at an £800 bill from them, take it to a specialist, should be around £4-500