Bit of an update, but not with Bert for a change...
Although he now does have a full set of mudflaps thanks to Rich2508 coming through when I was looking for 1
I've long liked the Colour Storm models and after being at AITP, seeing all the CS models in a row the cogs set to turning about purchasing one. I also really wanted an OpenSky system, as it's something I can never retrofit to my daily driver A2. I had a lengthy chat with MrBroons about his beautiful Imola Yellow example but unfortunately my budget just wont stretch that far (public sector worker on a 7 year pay freeze )
After lots of searching on the usual places I came across one...
1.6 FSi, Runs fine till warm, then develops a misfire
Scuff to front bumper
Drivers wing mirror needs replacing
2 cigarette burns to drivers seat (
)
Working OpenSky
After a lengthy chat with the owner I had discovered they were also A2 enthusiasts, owning one of each of the more popular colour storm colours, going all the way to Ireland to get their Imola Yellow example. I also learned that this car was going to fall within my budget (I did mention the forum but I don't think they're very computer minded)
A deal was struck and the seller was confident in his description of the car that we agreed instead of a 5 hour round trip for me to view the car, he arranged for it to be transported down to me and once I had inspected it I would pay him in full. So I effectively bought the car blind, the Wife thought I was mad!
It arrived last night and was exactly as described.
The scuff to the front bumper
I'm under strict instructions from the wife that I'm not to start toying with it till the garage is cleared out so it doesn't fill the driveway, so I've spent most of today so far doing that (typical that the tip is shut on a Wednesday around here!)
So far I've identified the following:
- Front bumper scuff
- Drivers wing mirror needs complete replacement
- Non OEM stereo (will swap from Bert when I get a replacement for him without worn buttons)
- One key requires a new battery
- OpenSky although fully working looks like the runners could do with a clean/lube
- Engine problem to investigate
- I'm in 2 minds about this, I'm considering buying an engine from Sarge and just swapping them over, or investigating it further. I know the coil packs have been changed and that's not fixed it but perhaps I'll have the fault codes read and go from there. Engine is on 137k
- OEM Wiper blade required
- Drivers headlamp is misting
- Wheels require refurb/replacement
- Drivers seat needs repairing/replacing
I've got a few ideas for some of these things but there is no rush, I'll be concentrating on the engine issues first, and Bert still needs a few things till I can focus fully on this car. For now though, a full wash and clean is on the cards, and some new number plates so I can fit my A2OC plate holders.
So what did I pay?? £650, which I'm quite happy with considering most of the jobs it requires are only cosmetic
I believe it's bad luck not to name a car, so I've settled on Renata which is an Italian girls name, meaning Reborn. It seems quite fitting
If you've read my waffle this far well done!
I'll get some nicer pictures when time allows, but for now I'm glad to be joining the Colour Storm/OpenSky club
ps, is anyone in the midlands available to come and read my fault codes with VCDS please?
pps,
FORUM MODS would it be possible to edit my thread title please to reflect the new car? I tried to edit it and it wont display in the forum list.