New Member from Sunny Suffolk

[SmilieStu]

Greetings All,

Just picked up a very uncared for 206cc for my wife last Friday, so thought it would be a good option to join the forum from the very start of my journey, to share my experiences.

Although I'm not a mechanic, I have worked on a few cars over the years and like to use my problem-solving skills dabbling and fixing issues when and where I can. I have a few issues to resolve and will share resolutions with other members if that would help.

Thanks for reading and I hope that I can add value to the forum.

All the Best
Stu

P.S. Update: The car now looks eye-catching after spending a day detailing the exterior - Oh the shine! Now for the inside......

[gazza82]

Hope she enjoys it (as much as you do!)

What's the history? It's now 12 years old so if it hasn't have one, it needs a new timing belt and probably water pump regardless of the mileage!)

[SmilieStu]

The history is very brief - No Docs. No Service History. No Security Code Card.

Was picked up as an insurance non-payout after n/s wing was bumped. No damage to the chassis and everything else is superb apart from the o/s wing is very slightly dented.

The wing was replaced and car M.O.T'.d so all fine. I couldn't see any evidence of damage anywhere (engine compartment or underneath) and it drives superbly. All this was reflected in the negotiated much cheaper price!

Due to this non-history, I agree that a timing belt/water pump change would be wise.

The roof works fine, apart from the "Opening Complete" tone, so I shall be sensor testing soon, there are a few things that need adjusting, a few missing bits and the centre air-vents need adjusting - one loose and the vertical vanes in the other mis-aligned, this is tonights' job No Rust.

The Wife is very happy with the car and it looks really nice. Just needs a good scrub and some ongoing care. I haven't got a garage so am dependent on the weather to do some work, but I may stick it down the local garage for a full service and belt/pump change to start off with. I will get the body work sorted out in the spring as this is just 100% cosmetic.

[Capncol]

Enjoy your new purchase!

[GrandadMonkey]

Welcome to the forum Stu. Good to have you with us.

[SmilieStu]

Thank you all for the welcome, glad I found a community that focuses on the 206cc.