GolfGTIforum.co.uk

Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 12:24

Title: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 12:24
I have the opportunity to buy a 1994 MK3 5 door GTI 2.0 8v.

About the car from what I know so far......

142k
4 previous owners
MOT till June

The guy who has it is a VW mechanic and has done the following with receipts.....

Kent Cam
Polished and ported head
Uprated head gasket
Full stainless steel manifold and exhaust
BMC airfilter (Think that is what it is called, he has the reciept for £220)
JOM Coilovers
288mm grooved racing discs
Full roll cage, proper one not a cheap look a like thing!
Nearly new uprated engine racing mounts
New alloy rad.....Rad is lovely and much bigger than standard yet just fits in!
VR6 cloth seats, back ones not in but will be with the car.....Also lots more but this is what I have found out so far. He has a mass of receipts for all pats used.

Took the car out earlier......It is very very fast for an 8v!  Runs very well. Body work is good. Interior, well there are only the 2 front seats in at present.

I am wanting the Audi Peppers and the rear lights and front strut brace. Rear lights will then be the smoked ones of my car and the alloys will be Raddo VR6 reps.

Now.....Here is the question!!  I am buying this car for £675.....Shall I take the bits off I want and replace and then sell the car with my bits added or will I make more money breaking it?

I have just three pictures as my battery ran out on my phone and dam Photobucket is not sizing them properly. I can ask Shady to re-post the pics if people want them bigger as I am sure he will do this for me  :kiss:


(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx30/Zillaette2009/th_golfgti1_zpsd8dcc4ba.jpg) (http://s738.beta.photobucket.com/user/Zillaette2009/media/golfgti1_zpsd8dcc4ba.jpg.html)



(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx30/Zillaette2009/th_golfgti3_zps590b8c10.jpg) (http://s738.beta.photobucket.com/user/Zillaette2009/media/golfgti3_zps590b8c10.jpg.html)


(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx30/Zillaette2009/th_golfgti2_zps2c55979f.jpg) (http://s738.beta.photobucket.com/user/Zillaette2009/media/golfgti2_zps2c55979f.jpg.html)



Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: boneybradley on 14 March 2013, 12:36
I say thats too expensive to break and make money

also due to the mods it won't be an easy seller (the mods won't add any value)

or you can try and proove me wrong!!  :grin:
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Len on 14 March 2013, 13:07
Two things wrong with that car Paul

1. Its an 8v
2.Its a 5 door

If It had been a 16v 3 door I would say have it, but as it is leave well alone.
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 14:29
Quote from: Len on 14 March 2013, 13:07
Two things wrong with that car Paul

1. Its an 8v
2.Its a 5 door

If It had been a 16v 3 door I would say have it, but as it is leave well alone.

Thanks Len

I will give this car a miss and keep my money!

I am looking for a 405 Mi-16 if you know anyone  :grin:
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Foreveryoungaus16v on 14 March 2013, 14:39
I agree.  However a polished and ported head if done properly is a very expensive mod
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: madsb on 14 March 2013, 15:35
... what's wrong with 5-doors? practicality ftw ;)
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Foreveryoungaus16v on 14 March 2013, 15:50
Good if you have children or job that requires it. 3 doors just look smarter in my opinon  :cool:
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 16:52
Quote from: madsb on 14 March 2013, 15:35
... what's wrong with 5-doors? practicality ftw ;)

Do you want a modified engine for your 5 door mate!  I am in need of the Audi Peppers.......Wonder if he will swap wheels with me, I can but ask!
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: leigh_harty on 14 March 2013, 16:59
Quote from: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 16:52
Quote from: madsb on 14 March 2013, 15:35
... what's wrong with 5-doors? practicality ftw ;)

Do you want a modified engine for your 5 door mate!  I am in need of the Audi Peppers.......Wonder if he will swap wheels with me, I can but ask!

Ive got a set lying in my back yard  :lipsrsealed:
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Len on 14 March 2013, 19:41
With that roll cage its set up as a track car so 3 door is better as its lighter!
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: thai-wronghorse on 15 March 2013, 11:31
But 5dr chassis are supposedly stiffer...
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Godzilla on 15 March 2013, 12:04
Quote from: leigh_harty on 14 March 2013, 16:59
Quote from: Godzilla on 14 March 2013, 16:52
Quote from: madsb on 14 March 2013, 15:35
... what's wrong with 5-doors? practicality ftw ;)

Do you want a modified engine for your 5 door mate!  I am in need of the Audi Peppers.......Wonder if he will swap wheels with me, I can but ask!

Ive got a set lying in my back yard  :lipsrsealed:

Really.......You now have my full attention, although chances are you live hundreds of miles away from Milton Keynes!?
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: leigh_harty on 15 March 2013, 16:25
Yep, fitted snugglly inbetween manchester and liverpool  :grin:

I havent got a 5stud car to use them either!
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Godzilla on 15 March 2013, 17:09
Quote from: leigh_harty on 15 March 2013, 16:25
Yep, fitted snugglly inbetween manchester and liverpool  :grin:

I havent got a 5stud car to use them either!

Tears of sadness here mate......Why so far  :cry:

I know Liverpool very well though, my Daughters Mum is from there!

PM on the way  :smiley:
Title: Re: Sell it or break it?
Post by: Len on 15 March 2013, 17:54
Quote from: thai-wronghorse on 15 March 2013, 11:31
But 5dr chassis are supposedly stiffer...

Yes but a roll cage makes up for that.
The differences would be in the B and C posts but tbh I have never actually compared them side by side.
Some have said there is no less metal except for the door.