Johns coupe we are restoring had piston rings seized to the bores after just 20yr in the garage…*laughs* Sounds as if RoverRiggots potential purchase restoration might need the same treatment as Johns coupe I do hope not as that may decide its fate, unless anyone has a replacement engine hanging ar...

Really enjoyed reading this thread. I've been looking for a 416 gti auto for some time and finally found an early one with full leather and air con. Trouble is, it hasn't moved since the late 90's, so is a non runner and has been stored in a damp garage. Although the bodywork and cills look solid, t...

I tried to open the hood this morning and nothing. No solenoid clicking or noise at all. Completely dead. Any ideas?

Went to start my 216 earlier and just a ticking sound. Ok I thought, the car has been stood, so jump started it fine and took for a spin. Came to start it again tonight and same thing happened, only this time when trying to jump it was totally dead and still is!. Nothing turning on, only power seems...