buying M reg swb

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buying M reg swb by mallet on Wed Jan 20, 2010 9:54 pm
hello im thinking of buying a swb fronty and as ive never owned one before i was wondering if any one can advise me on what i should be looking out for in respect of common faults... any advise is greatly appreciated...cheers tim
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Re: buying M reg swb by Drift on Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:10 pm
Hi Tim, what engine is it?
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Re: buying M reg swb by mallet on Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:14 pm
2.0i petrol
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Location: harwich, essex
Model: 2.0i Sport 3dr
Registration Year: 1996/N
Vehicle Name: ging
Modifications: tinted windows
stainless side steps
stainless ball bars
lwb rear light conversion
2" suspension lift
32mm wheel spacers
Region: East Anglia

Re: buying M reg swb by Drift on Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:18 pm
Grab a cuppa and have a read through this, should give you some pointers 8)

viewtopic.php?f=41&t=9301
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Registration Year: 1995/N
Vehicle Name: Daddy's Car or Triggers Broom
Modifications: 2.8 TDI LWB
Tinkered to it's practical limits but understated, though shockingly cool (do you know her?).
She is nicccccceeee ;-)
Region: North West
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Re: buying M reg swb by MG Autos (Mark) on Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:37 pm
Definately get a look at the under side of the sill's as they do tend to rot, but are not very noticeable just from a quick "look round" and can be a pain to sort unless you can weld or know of somone who can.
Also gives you a chance to check for any possible damage caused by offorading 8)
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