Volkswagen Corrado 2.9 VR6 3d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of overpriced ones out there, buy carefully.
Costs
Heavy petrol consumption, Golf based parts OK, Corrado specific (bodywork etc) prohibitive. Front bumper £500 not sprayed or fitted!
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On the road
Driving
Best front wheel drive coupe until the Integra Type R.
Performance
VR6 can hold its own to most things even today.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never had any probs with mine, full service history vital.
Image
Rare and getting rarer. Enthusiasts choice.
Comfort
Front seats better than new cars today, rear very cramped.
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Security and Service
Security
None. Fit good aftermarket and consider Tracker.
Service
VW are awful and expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No problems, burns oil but this is normal. Keep topped up, don't overfill or the catalytic converter will go - £700 to replace.
Other
Check all electrics.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes