Going to look at a corrado soon, Advice?

[Soon2bG60]

Hey guys, Im going to look at a G60 in 2 days, and other then the typical stuff, Rust, Tires, Leaks etc, What should i look for on a corrado, I have heard some good about them some bad, So i need some advice, Cause my dad doesnt know these types of cars, and im still learning (obvouisly)


Thanks guys.

[TROLL]

This is a VW question, please post it in the appropriate place. Moving...

[KrautFed20V]

Electrical Gremlins... anything at all... because something small will end up your worst nightmare.

[Soon2bG60]

Sorry, and thanks Troll.

Kraut: Anything I should look at closely? Or look in somewere in general for something?

[Elliott18t]

buy two.

/thread

[Elliott18t]

g60 stuff...

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=697670

[Soon2bG60]

So there THAT BAD elliot? And thanks.

[KrautFed20V]

Sorry, and thanks Troll.

Kraut: Anything I should look at closely? Or look in somewere in general for something?

the problem is that the gremlins rear their heads in many ways, and once there's a little problem it ends up being a fiasco in my experience. check the radio that it functions properly. the gauges the blinkers 4 ways etc. make sure it idles ok because they have that stupid ISV on them which can clog easily. there's a pretty comprehensive underhood guide on the corrado club of canada i'll see if i can dig it up...


Edit Found it:

http://www.corrado-club.ca/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4198

and a lot of good stuff here.

http://www.corrado-club.ca/forum/viewforum.php?f=22

[Elliott18t]

they are just known to have alot of problems. But there are very fun. If you dont mind working on it, I'd say go for it..

here some more stuff

I think a FAQ should be precluded with a section titled
"So you just bought a G60 Corrado, this is what you do first."
1. Change/test battery

2. Change/test alternator or voltage regulator

3. Replace battery wires with thick ones. Clean up connections.

4. Clean up all ECU grounds. Relocate that one ground to the TB.

5. Replace all vacuum hoses. ECU hose is of a critical 1 meter length.

6. Replace blue coolant temp sensor. (it's cheap) If gauge is not working, replace black sensor too.

7. Test throttle switches with a multimeter.

8. Test resistence of the injectors and harness.

9. Return ignition time to STOCK specs for atleast 6 months. The character of the G60 changes everyday and you need to be familiar with it before you decide to melt a piston (happens to the best of us.)
Besides, it will only be running for 3 months during this time.

10. Do not even look at performance parts for 8 months. (AHAHAHAHHAHAA)

11. Invest in a good air filter!

12. Tighten all IC hose connections.

13. Install an air fuel gauge Learn the difference between open and closed loop.

14. Clean TB and ISV with carb cleaner (or whatever works for you)

15. Replace the O-ring on the idle adjustment screw. Dont be afraid to remove the screw and get a good look at it.

16. Fix all broken wires from the O2 sensor all the way past the first connection/harness. Ensure the O2 sensor ground wire is clean and strong.


Something like that and then more expensive items can be tracked down in the FAQ. Like if a/f gauge isn't cycling - replace O2 sensor.

[Soon2bG60]

alright ill be sure to check it. Thanks alot.

Id like to have a car that i learn on, You know?

14. Clean TB and ISV with carb cleaner (or whatever works for you)

Tb? Throttle body?

ISV?

[LilRedVDub]

Look at the supercharger!!!!!

[Soon2bG60]

Look at the supercharger!!!!!

Anything special? Or just look for defects?

[KrautFed20V]

ISV Idle Stabilization Valve, it's all in the corrado club canada stuff haha.

[Soon2bG60]

Thanks Kraut.

This is the car BTW:

http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/ctd/1066265950.html

[LilRedVDub]

Anything special? Or just look for defects?

Just make sure it works!!!!

[KrautFed20V]

God i love those cars, i just wish i had the patience for one.

[Elliott18t]

Thanks Kraut.

This is the car BTW:

http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/ctd/1066265950.html

looks good. Now you just need to worry about the engine. :cool:

[Elliott18t]

God i love those cars, i just wish i had the patience for one.

Me too. I saw soooooo many nice ones pull into h20i last year.. Im suprised a waterfall of drool didn't start coming out of my mouth.

they where sooo clean....and ran. lol

[Soon2bG60]

Yeah, I cant wait to go look at it, Ive always wanted one ever since Jason (Fazdagt) had his horrable Green G60.

[KrautFed20V]

Fastest Vw i've been in was Bill Schimmel's... friend of mine's father is good friends with him.... holy god that thing is a monster.

[Elliott18t]

http://the-corrado.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5004


^ g60 buyers guide :)

[Soon2bG60]

Thanks alot elliot!

[tdmopar59]

love corrado's swap a vrt in it!!!!

[Soon2bG60]

Turbo vr-6?

[Got Insulin?]

Also check that the spoiler works when you test drive it. It should pop up around 45MPH, and is an easy way to look for a gremlin without taking anything apart.

[Soon2bG60]

Also check that the spoiler works when you test drive it. It should pop up around 45MPH, and is an easy way to look for a gremlin without taking anything apart.

Yep i knew about that. I just wasnt sure of the MPH. But ill check it. Thanks alot!

[tdmopar59]

Turbo vr-6?

yes indeed :)

[Soon2bG60]

Would love to.
I currently have a few cars that im looking at..

Drftprettys jeep
That rado.
And a 240 in reading.

[Elliott18t]

rado > other two. :P... well, that's up to opinion. :lol:

[tdmopar59]

rado all day...

[Got Insulin?]

Rado, Jeep > beat ass 240s.

[Soon2bG60]

Rado, Jeep > beat ass 240s.

Exactly what im thinking

[GTI_NY]

i got some advise.... buy that son of a bitch LOL. No but seriously seems like everyone above gave you a pretty good heads up. electrical would be towards the top for me, when i started having electrical issues with my 95 jetta, it went to **** faster than anything.

[LilRedVDub]

love corrado's swap a vrt in it!!!!

I agree! VRT's are sexy!!!!!!

[Soon2bG60]

well.. Ill get to it.

bad.
moderate frame rust near rear right wheel well
Shimmy in steering
Needs new front tires

Good.
Wing works
Car runs great
very clean, inside and out.

Dads debating. hes the desicion maker here.

[malloyboy1]

i know a corrado that just got new paint and all kinds of other stuff thats for sale pm me if interested its a great car if your looking for a corrado
oh and it needs nothing im pretty sure

[Soon2bG60]

pmed malloy

[Pig STi]

While i don't own a Corrado, i own 2 vw's....an 02 Jetta (co2 censor+coil#4 failure $700 fix) & 73 Bug (head/taillight issues $225 fix)...they both had their share of electrical issues but they are "knock on wood" running excellent ever since. BUT, i always will have at least 2 vw's in my garage for my lifetime. I'm a diehard Dubber... :)