Recent content by Robiniho77

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    Looking at buying and have some questions!!

    any ideas when they changed the gearbox's?
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    Identifying Xenons

    amazing thanks alot!! :thumbup:
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    Identifying Xenons

    Is it as simple as... If the car has headlamp washer jets? Some adverts for the 197's say they have Xenons but then people have some back to me and said not... Also the cornering lighting? was thatan optional extra or did it come as standard depending on weather you got xenon lights or...
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    Looking at buying and have some questions!!

    First one has Xenons, dunno about the second!!
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    Looking at buying and have some questions!!

    I am looking at getting at a 197 and have been told about the 2007 models having a slightly different gearing for 6th gear. I know it doesn't make a lot of difference but are there any other changes other than it being slightly newer? Definitely want Xenons, CC and Full Service history. Seen...
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    Fuel Consumption - How many miles do you get from a FULL TANK?

    Just to refresh this thread. I have been looking at a 197 for a long time now but do around 300 miles/week. Quite alot in the modern climate. I drove a newer diesel around for a while and saving the money on fuel just meant spending it on something else. I now drive a 98 Nissan Primera...
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    Petrol prices/ lots of miles/ insurance VS. I want a 197

    With petrol prices being ridiculous and me doing over 300 miles a week for work, I first considered a Clio for a long while and then gave up and thought about a diesel. For a decent diesel it's expensive probably more than a 197, and by a decent diesel I mean one I would like to keep for a...
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    Hi mate, did you eventually colour code your front splitter. I think thats what it looks like it...

    Hi mate, did you eventually colour code your front splitter. I think thats what it looks like it your pics. I was thinking of doing that, looks superb! Cheers
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    is there any point driving nice/modified cars anymore?

    To be honest I'm from down in Southampton and alot of people down here love modified cars! We all meet up to chat and socialise and generally talk cars! At our meeting places there are always coppers waiting around the area trying to catch us but that to me is fair enough! We all drive sensibly...
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    Average age and insurance ...

    20 years old 3 years no claims 3 points speeding 1 accident from 3 years ago £1200 current insurer wouldn't insure me online rang them up and got them to insure me for less than the best online quote of £1500. Was impressed. Got mum and dad on there now though which definately helps
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    197 Mpg Advice

    After deciding to get something newer and more relible I am selling my Honda Crx which iv loved for it's handling and lightness! Decided i definately wanted a 197 and have the remainder money ready once the Crx is sold Wanted to find out about mpg's Combined Motorway Town I know the...