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Newbie saying hello
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30/04/2014 14:00
30/04/2014 14:00
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andyleesy
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andyleesy
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Hi all I have recently became a Fiat Coupe owner for the first time. It's a 2.0 20VT '97 in Steel Grey (I believe), circa 89k based in Leicestershire R*** HNH if anyone recognises it? Seems to drive well although I would like a specialist to give it the once over, and get the cambelt done as it is overdue (based on years not mileage), if anyone can recommend? My history is varied despite still being in my 20's, i've previously owned: Ford Fiesta Si, Ford Probe, Ford Cougar, Peugeot 205 GTi, Alfa Romeo 156 2.4 JTD, 1975 VW Beetle. Look forward to acquainting myself with the forum. Andy
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Re: Newbie saying hello
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30/04/2014 15:32
30/04/2014 15:32
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Brilly1uk
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Hi Andy Welcome to Coupe ownership. 89k is pretty low mileage for a 97, so hopefully you have bagged a good one? I would recommend you take it to a specialist for a once over. They can guide you as to anything immediate which needs attention before it breaks! Keep a file of everything you do, so if you decide to sell in the future, the forum might be a good place to find a potential buyer. These cars are rarely perfect, but an on going stream of maintenance should keep everything in check. We look forward to seeing some pics. Hope you enjoyed the Alfa. I still fancy a 159 2.4 for my "work" car. Cheers Mark
Fiat Coupe 20VT Alfa Romeo Spider BMW X3
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30/04/2014 15:43
30/04/2014 15:43
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nismo
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nismo
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Re: Newbie saying hello
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30/04/2014 17:14
30/04/2014 17:14
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johnnybravoturbo
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johnnybravoturbo
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Hi Andy,welcome aboard I'm in Leicestershire myself so be nice to see the car sometime.
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30/04/2014 19:44
30/04/2014 19:44
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andyleesy
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andyleesy
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haha I did say varied history!! The cougar was mundane in honesty, while I found the Probe to be a good enjoyable car, shame about the name though. The alfa is a lovely lovely car but hard to find in good condition and the bodywork and major impending service due (cambelt/clutch/flywheel) deemed it not worthwhile to keep. I will get some pictures up shortly, I no doubt have some work to do but I it seems in pretty good order, with a fully stamped book and service intervals at 3-4k during the last 4-5 years. I'm not entirely sure if I believe the gauges, the oil pressure sits at 3bar on cold idle until circa 10miles it will drop to 2.5ish bar on hot idle. Other than that what temperatures should I be looking for for oil/coolant? Johnny- I spoke to you earlier while I was at work, thanks for the price, I will let you know. Cambelt is only 20k in but it was 8 years ago . It also squeals on startup but I guess this is probably a tensioner needed adjustment. Anyway thanks for the welcome!
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01/05/2014 00:08
01/05/2014 00:08
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swiftpete
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Re: Newbie saying hello
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01/05/2014 01:14
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Theresa
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Hi and welcome I used to have a Fiesta Si. Had it for about 6 years and still had it when I got the Coupe, but it didn't used get as often then for obvious reasons and it kept randomly cutting out (which is what my Coupe does now and again too ), so I sold it on.
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01/05/2014 08:16
01/05/2014 08:16
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AWP89
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AWP89
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I've only just got a coupe and loved every minute of it so far
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08/06/2014 18:39
08/06/2014 18:39
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andyleesy
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andyleesy
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08/06/2014 19:09
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knight7660
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Hi and welcome to the forum Andy nice looking coupe aswell
LE53 (452BHp & 389ftlb's with Quaife) Wine red VIS FOOFY Audi RS4 B7
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09/06/2014 09:16
09/06/2014 09:16
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nissansteve
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nissansteve
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Welcome. Nice coupe, mine was from Leicestershire too S*** NNH
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11/06/2014 21:55
11/06/2014 21:55
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Coupepower2014
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Coupepower2014
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Hello and welcome Nice looking coupe how much did you pay for it if you don't mind me asking?
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12/06/2014 20:21
12/06/2014 20:21
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andyleesy
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andyleesy
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Thanks for the welcomes paid 1400 but already spent 1k... lol. is there an easy way to remove the rear centre brake light? Thanks
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13/06/2014 20:31
13/06/2014 20:31
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Barmybob
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Hello and welcome. Looks like a nice standard car you've found there. is there an easy way to remove the rear centre brake light? In the boot, put your fingers through the holes in the upper panel and undo the large plastic nuts. Lamp then comes out inside the car
Gone Audi mad!
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