redrunner
New Member
Hi. I've got an A2 Storm from 2004 with 40K on the clock. 1.6 FSI. Had it for 14 years but lived abroad for some of that time, had kids etc. I lent the A2 to in-laws and have bought and sold plenty of cars in between. But I can't seem to part with the A2, which is back with me but off the road. I am not remotely mechanically minded. I managed to replace the battery last year (some pride and Houdini contortion to climb in the back); I take it up a farm track to keep it going. But today it just didn't start. Battery okay. Little bit of fuel. It doesn't even seem to turn over. The first thing I thought of was spark plugs. The second thing I thought of is that my romantic notion of my kids driving a modern classic in ten years time is a little foolhardy. So...
Don't really know if this is the kind of thing I should be asking on here. I know I am being a little vague... I suppose it's just evidence of the fact that for some reason, I don't want this amazing piece of engineering (neglected by me) to go. Thanks for any thoughts.
- Anyone know any decent mechanics in the South Gloucs/Gloucs area that might come and look at an A2? It's not going anywhere
- Does the market generally warm to the FSIs or is the TDI the one people tend to want?
- Is it sparks?!
- Does the famed aluminium body make it worth much at a scrap merchant?
Don't really know if this is the kind of thing I should be asking on here. I know I am being a little vague... I suppose it's just evidence of the fact that for some reason, I don't want this amazing piece of engineering (neglected by me) to go. Thanks for any thoughts.