UR R26R.5, VW Golf R
Well guys, after contemplating another M3 for a good few weeks and months, I decided to be semi-sensible and spread my option wings elsewhere as RWD in the winter along with the running costs and maintenance would have been silly to take on, especially with two little kids. So, after literally weeks of trying to persuade someone to sell a car that wasn't technically for sale, and having offers declined several times, I finally got what I wanted. Hell, I could well just end the thread by posting this build link:
http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?514558-Megane-R26
To say I'm happy with the car is an understatement; it's exactly what I expected and more. Beautiful looking colours contrasting so well with each other, a throaty, perfect exhaust note and an old friend - turbo spin. something I've missed since selling my WR1 a few years ago. Yeah, I'm very pleased. The drive home from Manchester was great, following my mate in his Evo FQ320 - coincidentally red with carbon spoiler and anthracite wheels. Pulling into the services just to fill up and both cars got a few eagle eyes. The raspy roar of the Evo and the boomy tone of the R26.
Spec:
32k miles
2008 Model
R26.R suspension
R26.R headlights with Phillips xtreme bulbs all round.
Performance Friction 330mm discs
DS2500 front pads
CL RC5+ rear pads
Goodrich braided line
Rbf600 fluid
Silver visions
Forge actuator
Short shifter
KTR/Milltek 2.75" system
Pace FMIC
ITG induction kit
Forge recirc
Custom stage 1 mapping
Samco hosing
Streamline carbon door pillars, mirrors, door badges
R26.R Carbon spoiler
Carbon door handles
Recaro Profi SPG seats
Schroth harnesses
Trimmed false floor
Alpine X100 head unit
Pioneer custom fit speakers
Ad08 tyres
It is impeccably maintained, having just had it's 5-year service at Renault so it's good for the next few years at least. Testament to Chris for all his work, it is much appreciated!
Few pictures, again courtesy of Chris as it was too dark to take any when I got back home:
The RB182 is still here, too. Such a brilliant little car, but it'll no doubt sell very soon. Had a lot of interest but waiting now on a guy at work who is trying to get the funds for it early this week. I'll miss it.
Sadly, it's not all a happy ending, as I will unfortunately be replacing the void in the back with the standard OEM seats. That may also mean the front Profi seats have to make way for a set of original Trendlines. Hopefully not, though, as these are very comfortable!
http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?514558-Megane-R26
To say I'm happy with the car is an understatement; it's exactly what I expected and more. Beautiful looking colours contrasting so well with each other, a throaty, perfect exhaust note and an old friend - turbo spin. something I've missed since selling my WR1 a few years ago. Yeah, I'm very pleased. The drive home from Manchester was great, following my mate in his Evo FQ320 - coincidentally red with carbon spoiler and anthracite wheels. Pulling into the services just to fill up and both cars got a few eagle eyes. The raspy roar of the Evo and the boomy tone of the R26.
Spec:
32k miles
2008 Model
R26.R suspension
R26.R headlights with Phillips xtreme bulbs all round.
Performance Friction 330mm discs
DS2500 front pads
CL RC5+ rear pads
Goodrich braided line
Rbf600 fluid
Silver visions
Forge actuator
Short shifter
KTR/Milltek 2.75" system
Pace FMIC
ITG induction kit
Forge recirc
Custom stage 1 mapping
Samco hosing
Streamline carbon door pillars, mirrors, door badges
R26.R Carbon spoiler
Carbon door handles
Recaro Profi SPG seats
Schroth harnesses
Trimmed false floor
Alpine X100 head unit
Pioneer custom fit speakers
Ad08 tyres
It is impeccably maintained, having just had it's 5-year service at Renault so it's good for the next few years at least. Testament to Chris for all his work, it is much appreciated!
Few pictures, again courtesy of Chris as it was too dark to take any when I got back home:
The RB182 is still here, too. Such a brilliant little car, but it'll no doubt sell very soon. Had a lot of interest but waiting now on a guy at work who is trying to get the funds for it early this week. I'll miss it.
Sadly, it's not all a happy ending, as I will unfortunately be replacing the void in the back with the standard OEM seats. That may also mean the front Profi seats have to make way for a set of original Trendlines. Hopefully not, though, as these are very comfortable!
