yep, it's great if the chassis is in good condition, dampers, bushings etc.., I've had one for 7 years, but the VR6 version is nose heavy compared to the 4 cylinder versions, I've tried them, and in wet or dry conditions the 4cyl ones are much better on the twisty bits despite the mk3 style plus axle of the VR. Don't forget the Corrado is based on the mk2 with passat rear passive steer bushings and was never designed for such a heavy engine. David.
I love mine. Handling is fine if you set it up right, a little nose heavy but fine when you learn how to drive it. maintanence is a little expencive but it is worth it all the way. mine runs fine. diagnostics is easy with a VAG.com or similar. and it sounds awsome. the engine bolts straight in with little work. Do it...
no doubt the VR6 carries more weight in the front, but with the plus suspension it will be setup different to the 4 cylinder versions (springs/dampers/etc...). I have never seen/read anywhere that the 4 cylinder corrado's are regarded as one of the best handling FWD cars ever, its always the VR6 which is mentioned. Could be the plus suspension and settings, or could be that the 4 cylinder versions are just too damn slow to be exiting, even though they are a little less nose heavy! I have driven a low milage 2.0l 16v corrado, and it was a great car, but they're not that quick, and didnt seem something special (unlike the VR6).
thanx for the hellp huys but i think i might stick with me 8v engine for now seems a lot of work plus the funds are a bit low cheers chunk
To clarify I liked my vr6 mk2 and it was *potentially* v fast and the handling was ok but I could never get it to run at full power due to an unrepairable gasket leak which probably required a new engine. It also would never pass the mot due to the lambda senser not working for some reason. The motronic system and all those expensive sensors can obviously go on the blink - expensive. Dont know where to start on all the other engine problems. So to the person that said they don't suffer head gasket leaks and block corrosion - thats rubbish !! That could have been crap maintainance by the other owner but ive heard its common. More seriously, I think 100,000miles too low a mileage to have to remove the engine and gearbox etc to replace worn timing chain tensioners which could destroy the engine if not replaced. Whats that going to cost, 800 ?? All i'm saying is if you dont have the finances or diy experience to get them worked on correctly they are a total nightmare. There must be some bodged up ones running around judging by the state of mine when I bought it, mainly due to someone taking some short cuts in the conversion which I had to pay for. Trouble is only experience with them can tell you what the problems can be. I heard vw mechanics called the vr6 "the lemon" due to being a PITA to work on. Oh dear have I opened up another can of worms ?
ya i agree i think i need a bit more experiance for this kind of a job so i think im goin to give it a miss ,i apologise if iv waisted any ones time its just good to get other peoples veiws on the matter cheers to all... chunk ps does eney one know how to get more umf out of an 8v or am i openin up another can of worms
i prefer my 8v really like the torqu alltho i havent driven a 16v yet so il give it a go is there much difference in performance
The VR6 engine is really not that bad to work on. It looks like a massive lump, but once you start stripping it down its all pretty straightforward if a little time consuming. At the end of the day if you want performance you've got to pay for it! Want cheap motoring? Buy a 1.1 fiesta! Edited by: goodridge
ya i think il die before i own a fiesta, im keepin a look out on ebay to c what comes up engine wise, so hopefully i can try and pick up a bargain cheers chunk
