which VW golf will i get?... im 18 and getting a VW golf 2001/2002. im getting a 3 door and i want to no what the difference from 1.4 to 1.6 is? i want it to be fast but i dont want to fork out loads for insurance so is there really much difference between a 1.4 and a 1.6 in terms of speed ? and also in terms of insurance/petrol/tax?
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1) Just get the 1.4, they're fairly nippy and the insurance difference could be as much as £1000 better than the 1.6. Better yet, get a Polo and save yourself even more on insurance. - sheetwowsheet
2) 1.4 and 1.6 refer to the engine size. The numbers are the capacity of the engine's combustion chambers, measured in litres. A 1.6 litre engine will suck in more fuel for each complete revolution than a 1.4 litre engine. This means that it will generate more power per revolution.
This makes some very real differences between the two types of engine.
There is not a huge amount of difference between the 1.4 and 1.6 engines at top speed. Both will go fast enough for you to lose your licence at one offence (that is, you can go more than 100mph with either engine, and that is an immediate disqualification offence). Typical top speeds are 1.4 = 107mph, 1.6 = 117 mph.
The 1.6 engine will make the car accelerate faster if that's important to you. But honestly, unless you're a "flash git" who likes to burn (expensive) tyre rubber, a couple of seconds difference on the 0-60mph times isn't important. Typical acceleration 1.4 = 13.9 seconds, 1.6 = 11.9 seconds.
If you are on a long journey at motorway speeds (60 - 80 mph) then the 1.6 engine will be quieter and smoother because it's not working as hard as the 1.4 to maintain the speed. Although both engines will happily take you hundreds of miles at 70 mph the car with the smaller engine will deliver you feeling more fatigued (mostly 'cos of noise) than the bigger one.
The 1.4 engined car will be considerably cheaper to own than the 1.6 engined car. It will use less petrol and produce less emissions (so the car tax band will be lower) and the insurance will be a lot less.
As an 18 year old your insurance will be very high anyway, so you must consider whether the perceived "benefits" of a 1.6 engine are worth the extra premium costs. Try phoning a couple of insurance companies (or do an on-line quote) to compare the cost to you for each type of car. - The Tank
3) There's not enough difference between the two engines for it to influence your decision. You're buying a car that's nearly 10 years old, so buy on condition alone, and never mind what engine it's got. - EvelynThe ModifiedDog.
4) You need to get the insurance quote before you purchase the car. Most Insurance companies work on registration numbers so look at available cars in the classified ads and quote a registration number from a suitable car telling the insurers you are interested in buying that particular car. I have a feeling that any quote you do get will be prohibitive because of your age, you may be better lowering your sights to a car in a lower insurance group. - L G
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Question 2
Will regular gas damage the catalytic converter of my 2006 beetle?... I need to know if is ok to add regular gas to my beetle 2006 automatic, 2.5 liters
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1) If you are talking about regular unleaded gas, then you will not have any problem with your catalytic converter. If you are talking about regular leaded, which I doubt because it has not been available in the U.S. since 1985, then yes that will harm your cat. - Shane A
2) Do it! - sonu singh
3) Your car is designed to run on regular, 87 octance gasoline, so you aren't risking damaging anything by using that grade. The most common way that people damage their catalytic converters is overfilling the engine with motor oil. Using the wrong grade of gas can cause other problems in other vehicles, but damaging the emissions system isn't typically one of them. - gti_4cefed4
4) What part of the English speaking world still sells leaded gasoline?
That said...don't ever put leaded fuel in a modern car. - zskip62
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Question 3
VW bus expert advice please?... I am looking to buy a Vw bus. I need a car that wlll run well but I do not mind learning how to work on it and investing in a few new parts. I currently have zero mechanical knowledge however and if you could tell me how good a deal this is and what else it probably needs done I would be extremely grateful. Thank you!
Details:
71 vw bus
After market 1600 engine (better cooling)
New front disc brakes
New master cylinder
Solid state ignition (never change points again)
New right rear axle bearing and seal
New 8 ply tires and powder coated rims
AM/FM CD radio
Has roof rack for 2 bikes.
Pop top roof w/ hammock (canvas needs replacing)
Z-bed
Ice box and sink
This bus has lots of storage and hanging space. Have checked milage on trips and it gets a steady 18 mpg.
This is a bus that is ready to go.
Tags are good until 7/12.
Asking 2250.00 OBO cash only
Photos of engine, interior and exterior.
http://images.craigslist.org/3o73p03l25Q15W35P4ab2c9a1884c41931595.jpg
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1) Do it! - sonu singh
2) most old school vw's do need pretty constant repairs and looking after, however they are very very easy to work on, and parts are easy to find - yups
3) Too old. Don't do it. You better not mind working on it, because that will happen a lot. Unless you have a history of driving VW bus, it is very different than just a mid-size sedan. VWs go to specialty shops (after you get tired of trying to fix it). That can cost you up to twice as much as most other cars. Unless you have a great feel for the road and drive accordingly, they are not safe on winter roads and curves. - HillClimber
4) I've owned 2 VW buses and loved them. This one looks a little rough, and will need the canvas replaced, and a good paint job. Both will probably run you around $2000 for quality work. It does look like a good deal for a project car, but I wouldn't use it as a daily driver until it has been gone through and everything checked. The buses are very unique to drive, you sit on top of the front wheels, so it feels weird when you turn. Also being that they are very tail heavy, any cross wind will cause the front to move, A LOT. They also do not have a lot of power for climbing hills or accelerating very fast. I do believe this one is worth the asking price, if you are willing to put more into it. - Shane A
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Question 4
what is a volkswagan slugbug?... is it like a beetle or is it like a wagon?
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1) a slugbug is a beetle!
http://www.newcarbuyingguide.com/images/articles/reviews/volkswagen/2007VWNewBeetleConvertible01.jpg - iDontGetIt
2) like a beetle google it - shvibidy shvarb
3) That's right, it's a Beetle. - Bingo
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Question 5
Where can i buy a VW camper van Hot wheels?... I have heard you can buy a mini vw camper van made by Hot wheels but i cant find one? Help
Thanks
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1) You might find something on this website :)
http://www.thefind.com/family/browse-hot-wheels-vw-bus - alynnkid
2) Toys r us, if you live in wales then smyths. Local toy shop. Morrisons do them hanging on the end of isles as my 5 year old knows very well, mind you he did find a audi r8 which i was well pleased with. Yes i had to buy two lol. Failing that try the website www.hotwheels.co.uk or checkout the countless facebook groups. Does it have to be hotwheels? I'm sure i've seen a vw camper morrisons own brand. Good luck. - TONY D
3) toyr us - Jj
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