AshDVS Posted 19, April 2015 Report Share Posted 19, April 2015 Hi all, I've joined as I am entertaining the idea of buying a Megane sport 225 as a new project. I've got quite a bit of experience with other european makes but not much with anything french. So, really, I'm keen to read about and learn the nuances with the Meganes and get an understanding of what to buy as a good starting point, whats deemed more desirable, etc. I'm based in Geelong, VIC. Cheers,Ash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOOOOK Posted 19, April 2015 Report Share Posted 19, April 2015 Welcome Ash! If you end up purchasing one then you won't look back, but then again I'm biased. For the reading and learning about them, check out the Meg II section and Members Rides section. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshDVS Posted 19, April 2015 Author Report Share Posted 19, April 2015 Welcome Ash! If you end up purchasing one then you won't look back, but then again I'm biased. For the reading and learning about them, check out the Meg II section and Members Rides section. Good luck! Thanks! I'll be sure to take a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicb205 Posted 19, April 2015 Report Share Posted 19, April 2015 @gnsa has one for sale on this forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Name is Earl Posted 19, April 2015 Report Share Posted 19, April 2015 http://www.meganesport.net/history.htm This link is a nice little rundown of the Megane range. But the top of the pile is the R26, which features an LSD, and the Cup, which is 4 doors, full leather etc. the R26 is a more focused package whilst the Cup is more practical. In the end though they are all about the same. Things to look out for. Timing belt should be done. Timing belt could cost up to 1k to change every 4 years. Things that break on rare occasions are window regulators, coil packs, there were issues with earlier cars having uneven rear tyre wear. Door trims can vibrate but can be dampened with foam strips etc. That's all I can think of. Obviously consumables like brakes and pads are expensive being Brembo but you get what you pay for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshDVS Posted 20, April 2015 Author Report Share Posted 20, April 2015 Thanks for the link and further information. Getting to know the nuances of each specific model is the tough part. I'm keen on the two door bodyshell, so with the factory LSD, I guess the R26 is what I should be looking at. The maintenance items dont worry me too much, as I'd simply do them myself. They may be good negotiation points for a purchase or be on the top of the 'to do' list post-purchase. While I'm not stressed really about colours, I do like the yellow and dark wheels combination on some of the F1 models (there is a 2008 one on carsales) and as well as a blue 2006 car. Anyway, I'll keep reading for a while yet and hopefully learn a bit more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faeros Posted 20, April 2015 Report Share Posted 20, April 2015 Welcome fellow geelongite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOOOOK Posted 21, April 2015 Report Share Posted 21, April 2015 Thanks! I'll be sure to take a look. I've just realised...are you the same Ash from the OZ Volvo forums? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshDVS Posted 21, April 2015 Author Report Share Posted 21, April 2015 Welcome fellow geelongite Thanks! We're in Grovedale. Where abouts are you? I've just realised...are you the same Ash from the OZ Volvo forums? I am. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faeros Posted 21, April 2015 Report Share Posted 21, April 2015 Thanks! We're in Grovedale. Where abouts are you? I am. Quality Norlane West!!. There are a few members from Geelong here, Braymac and Steve. I know the guy who owns Qualitools is on here but not sure of his online tag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnthB Posted 21, April 2015 Report Share Posted 21, April 2015 I think that is Toolman? Maybe he can clarify (& how is your car going? ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshDVS Posted 22, April 2015 Author Report Share Posted 22, April 2015 Brilliant! Sounds like there may be more Geelong-Renault-heads than there are Geelong-Volvo-heads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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