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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 10:25 PM
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Hi guys. Total newb here. :-)
Here is my recently acquired Wagon. I've had it literally 2 hours. Cost nothing, straight swap for a saab with electrical issues.
Its the 2.0l N/A model. Manual. 1998 so a mk3 (is that right?)
It needs the exhaust looking at and also I need desperately a rear N/S light cluster (anyone got one spare?)
So that's it. Got stacks of receipts, full service book, some old tax disks and the owners manual and wallet.
So, yeah. That's it.

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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 10:59 PM
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Think the stickers need to go !
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 11:08 PM
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Mmm
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 11:20 PM
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Nice brick
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 11:22 PM
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Yeah, I'd lose the stickers. They look daft on any road car, but this one is not even a performance machine it's a workhorse.

If you're after some bits try some car breakers such as Scott at Scoobyspares, Matty at Pole Position, JapPerformanceParts etc.

No shame running an NA car they're great daily cars but if you enjoy it then try thinking of upgrading to a turbocharged version when life and finances allow.

PS don't waste money tuning what you've got there, you'll get a very poor return for your dorrah.
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by thenewgalaxy
Yeah, I'd lose the stickers. They look daft on any road car, but this one is not even a performance machine it's a workhorse.
TBF, I disagree.
It is a bit of an ironic statement, don't you think?
The opposite of a wolf in sheep's clothing.
And whilst you might catch the eye of plod, you are actually very unlikely to be breaking the law - well for speeding anyways.
Go for it mate!
You can always buy a Spec D the next time if you want.
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 11:49 PM
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Originally Posted by cster
You can always buy a Spec D the next time if you want.
Yeah, quite subtle the Spec D. Except for the fact it looks like an STi with a smaller wing!

Mine never fooled anyone...
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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 12:09 AM
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The Police normally seem to cut me a fair bit of slack in mine.
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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 08:09 AM
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Hi guys. Thanks for the replies.
I quite like the stickers (it unleashes my inner chav/child). It will be a workhorse primarily because I work in the Styx so the awd will be useful this time of year.
I'll have a nosey and see what I can find.
Thanks for the comments. Keep em rolling in.

Ta
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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 09:57 AM
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If it was me I'd lose the stickers because there pointless and look naff, I'd source a turbo bonnet for styling purposes, Evan though it will also be pointless and not needed, it will at least look better.
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Old Feb 12, 2014 | 10:26 AM
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nice cheap workhorse there but please lose the stickers. They don't do anyone any favours.
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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 10:37 PM
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Turbo bonnet eh?
Hmmm... I only got it as a workhorse and as I work in the country I figured the awd would be useful. Lol.
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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Lego Jon
Turbo bonnet eh?
Hmmm... I only got it as a workhorse and as I work in the country I figured the awd would be useful. Lol.
Go for this look
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 05:46 AM
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Oooh. I like that.
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 07:02 AM
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Your insurance will go up if you fit a turbo bonnet and declare it, if you don't declare it your insurance will be void.
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ditchmyster
Your insurance will go up if you fit a turbo bonnet and declare it, if you don't declare it your insurance will be void.
Agreed
And ironically stickering up your car like this is also seen as a mod in the insurers eyes and will also void if not declared.
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