Forum: General Chat

Wanting to swap the exhaust on my 1.2 but unsure whether to go for just the back box or to go for the full system. I know on 1.2s they have no silencer so am wondering if the full system will make any difference at all compared to the standard pipes that are there? Just wasn't sure if the...

Hey all, Need some advice... My Corsa had been standing on the drive for about 10 months while I was out of the country/city and developed an issue with the turbo. When I first tried it, it would only run in limp mode. no power at all. Since then, my mechanic friend has taken the egr...

Just like to say thank you to MattG90 for selling his amazing alloys to me

Don't suppose anybody has a picture or could explain where the recirculation valve is on my 2010 1.7 sri :) and is there an upgrade?

Afternoon all, I've had my 2010 SXi for about 4 weeks now but I'm having an issue when I come to a stop. When I stop the brakes are making a grinding noise (sometimes louder than others but it's definitely noticeable). To me it sounds like its metal on metal and I think It's coming from the...

The asshole council have dug up the roam below me and its my only exit so i carnt bypass it and they have cause a stone chip I'm not happy with its ridiculous over a week the road been like that and seems no attemp to sort it Just to top it all of only had the car just under 3 weeks

Car had its second mot today passed with no advisorys flew through it, Had a full service while it was there. Had its first mot last year. (09 plate) was then 3 years old. Second mot today. Always get nervous with an mot that they are going to find a problem. How has everyone else found there first...

have been wanting to purchase a new exhaust system for the vxr, dont know witch one to get any ideas ????:confused2:

went to vauxhall today and ordered brand new 1.7 sri 3-door in white and with black wheels. soo soo excited for this now just waiting for finance to go through fingers crossed and the 12 weeks of agony waiting for the car CD40 and bluetooth are added extras Cant wait!!

looking for a company to deliver a cobra cat back. anyone know company's that do it for less that £40? cheapest i got atm.. thanks!

Best/quickest couriers for sending car parts ?????

Hello, Im looking to buy a dash cam, obviously i want decent all round picture quality day and night. Im not bothered on having a screen on the cam itself as I want it to be able to connect to AV into my VXMMI (just for viewing purposes). Ideal id like all the wires to be integrated and for the...

Hi all took car into garage due to a rubin /grinding noise just got the call saying bearing have gone any ideas how much this is going to set me bk as everywhere is closed now. Any info helpful cheers Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2

Has any ever been and if so how do u no wer to camp cos my mates order some tickets n then me n another mate bought 2 of somebody n was wonder if our tents will be together or not ?? Any help os appretiated

I took my controllers in my steering wheel so i could wrap it. Im struggling to put it back coz the wirings are too short. any other way to do? SOS :(

Right, as you all know, I've recently changed from a Seat Ibiza to Corsa VXR, I had also transferred my reg from the ibiza to the VXR and I have just recieved a letter from the DVLA and it had just a V5 document which shows that the reg transfer was a success... However, I didn't recieve my tax...

I'm thinking of trading my sri as I'm 19 now and vxr insurance is cheap, I'm thinking a burg do these have the P4 and engining melting problem or is that just the older vxrs??

Anyone know where i can buy one for the corsa D 1.7 2007. I checked eurocarparts but they were for the 2008 model, and ebay theres loads, different shapes and im not surre which one will fit! :/

Hi i'm new here and I have a 1.3 cdti which is my first diesel. I have been told that to be economical I should shift up around 2000 rpm when driving around town. I currently get about 40 mpg by doing this. is this the correct way to get the best mpg or should I wait till the rpm gets higher...

so this happened on Friday evening, was at a building site, wasn't looking where i was going, put my foot through a tree root, next thing i know i've fallen into the bottom of a ditch with my knee fully dislocated! no pictures of my knee, it was very very gross haha! long story short,...

I have now had my car 7 years (56plate) and done 41,000 miles, so its about time I should change my pads and discs, they arent really making any sounds but feel its always good to be safe. Question is; A, How much should i look at paying, I dont need anything special as i dont do alot of...

Just notice it tonight the white dial is loose but clip r fine the slate is fallimg off and it look like it been push in I only has the car for four week what i can get it fixed ??? Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2

i am organising a remap day for 2nd june in nottm, if you have me or my group on FB you will be able to add yourself if you want to, if not and are interested feel free to ask what can be done price etc etc, remaps are done by a company i have used and can recommend they are called ...

For all those going to Vauxhall performance show around yorkshire area we are arranging a prior meet for those going down on the Saturday - We are arranging to meet around 11 o clock to drive down. Anyone interested, we are meeting at 11 o clock or round about that time at Wakefield Retail park...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261128034787?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 How good are the non genuine vauxhall kits ? is there any cheaper alternative

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201305086658453/sort/pricedesc/postcode/ch71qa/radius/1500/make/VAUXHALL/model/corsa/onesearchad/used%2Cnearlynew%2Cnew/page/1 Low miles so well worth the money

Has anyone got one on there car?

My mate had his front bumper off his Corsa to fit hids and has realised the one of the clips that attaches above the wheel arch had broken off (nearest the headlight) so is no longer flush with the other panel. Was wondering if this was fixable and what would be the best way to fix it?

Hi Guys im looking for a head new head unit mainly because i would like one with a high pass filter i also need iphone 5 connectivity usb aux etc ... Oh yes and if it can work with my steering wheel controls that would be great it can be single or double din has anybody got any ideas...

i know its a corsa d forum but can you help, lets show what people power can do. we need everyone to go on to the VW facebook page and post....The BTCC needs you,get involved with TEAM HARD.............only post this. also get everyone you know on facebook to do it. you don't have to like btcc...

Hi, as seen my car keeps juddering in 1st gear when I go to pull away, I was in Bristol on a steep climb, almost came to a stop and when to put it in 1st and it violently shook, to the point as though you are about to stall it, it seems to do it everywhere, and is slightly better on a flat but...

I was meant to collect my car today , the dealership rang & informed me that the bodyshop had sprayed my bodykit the wrong black & is now fitted to the car. Presumably when they sand the kit in order to respray it the bumpers & sill areas are going to be affected & will also need spraying/blending....

Just went on ebay now looking to buy some wind deflectors and it said they don't fit the 2013 corsa vxr models is this or or will they fit am abit confused cos there aint any diffrence really and I don't wanna buy then find out the actually is

hiya guys, had my LE for 4 weeks from new. its done 800 miles and has already been in for a very loud clicking noise when pulling off in 1st or reversing with a few revs on. it was diagnosed as a faulty drive shaft and within a couple of days was sorted and it was fixed. however this...

I have a sapphire black pre facelift 3dr sxi, I'm about to order a can or 2 of plasti dip for the V-grill but not sure whether to go for black or gunmetal grey (i want to keep the matte finish) just looking for some opinions?:) also thinking about doing: exterior - 2 door handles, boot...

Hello guys, Currently at the moment I am running a '58' reg 1.7 CDTI Corsa D but having quite a few problems with it, high boost pressure fault code and it's needing a new turbo.. So looking at getting rid of it after it has been fixed under warranty, and maybe looking at a new VXR and just...

Must be a **** car then if the owner wants to sell it after just owning it for like 2 weeks lol ...

Just a reminder that the 2013 Moto GP And British superbike race seasons start this weekend race day being the 07/04/2013 Moto GP round 1 Qatar (night race) Start time 16.45 (Chanel 411 sky) British superbikes Brands Hatch (Indy) Start time 11.30am (Chanel 411 sky) Both being screen...

Keep seeing a few corsas and vxrs around town and a few are bound to be in here! If so make yourself known :)

Can't decide whether or not to just stick with my sportex backbox or to spend the money on getting a cat back non res piper exhaust system. Just wondered what peoples opinions were?

Any one have this fitted to their D ???

hi this came with my ennon head unit not sure where to attache it under bumber or by num plate lights anyone with pics of where theres is cheers all

Okay, so I used to own a 1.2 SXI Corsa D but I wrote it off in January due to black ice, didn't hit anyone and yes, I did tell my insurance. I have £5000 to spend and I've seen some VXR's for sale for £5000 or less, should I get one or should I wait? I passed in November and been driving ever...