nath81 Posted 15, July 2013 Report Share Posted 15, July 2013 Hi everyone, I'm a proud new owner of a 182 Cup. Yes I know they are a few years old and most of you have probably been there and moved on, but I just love the car. I can see what all the fuss was about. I have plently of reading to do on these forums! Just thought I'd introduce myself and apologise in advance for asking any stupid questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walkie86 Posted 15, July 2013 Report Share Posted 15, July 2013 Welcome mate! Great choice on the 182. What colour? Any photos? They're still an awesome car and widely loved. I seriously considered buying my old one back recently - I sold it 2 years ago after owning it for 5 years. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamR Posted 15, July 2013 Report Share Posted 15, July 2013 Welcome to OZRS and congrats on the purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R182 Posted 15, July 2013 Report Share Posted 15, July 2013 Welcome. From what I can see there are plenty on here that haven't been able to move on yet . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixie Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 Welcome! Mine isn't going anywhere - best car I've owned, 35,000km in 2 years for what was supposed to be a weekend toy says much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 Welcome to the forum and congrats on the car. I've never moved on from my 182 cup, my favourite Renault and the one I wish I had kept! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dish Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 There is something truly wonderful about them. I'll never let go of mine. Congrats on the purchase, and welcome to OzRS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wade Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 I sold one when it ran out of warranty and bought another..... Will never sell it.... Worth heaps more in fun factor than you will ever get in cash .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R182 Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 LOL ... told you so ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 16, July 2013 Author Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 Thanks for all the welcoming posts guys. I was close to buying a golf gti but opted out at the last minute and then came across this one. Back in 2004 I got a sales brochure and who would have thought 9 years later I'd get the car! I don't have any pics as yet but it's black. I've already told myself that i'm never going to get rid of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonyq Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 Congrats and welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R182 Posted 16, July 2013 Report Share Posted 16, July 2013 ... Back in 2004 I got a sales brochure and who would have thought 9 years later I'd get the car! I vividly remember seeing my first 182 as well. I was on a tram and a racing blue one, with stripes, shot past. I knew nothing about them at that stage but thought 'that little thing looks like fun'. I didn't think much about it again until looking for a car years later where I made the connection to that first sighting and bought one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 23, July 2013 Author Report Share Posted 23, July 2013 Anyone know where i can find a list of part numbers for the 182? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R182 Posted 23, July 2013 Report Share Posted 23, July 2013 Anyone know where i can find a list of part numbers for the 182? Not specifically an entire list ... but check out 'Wolf's' page or drop him a message. He is apparently very helpful ... http://www.wolfimports.com/rs-parts.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wade Posted 23, July 2013 Report Share Posted 23, July 2013 Anyone know where i can find a list of part numbers for the 182? To ensure the right part you need to use your vin As above drop wolf a line Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exsight Posted 24, July 2013 Report Share Posted 24, July 2013 ... Back in 2004 I got a sales brochure and who would have thought 9 years later I'd get the car! I vividly remember seeing my first 182 as well. I was on a tram and a racing blue one, with stripes, shot past. I knew nothing about them at that stage but thought 'that little thing looks like fun'. That could have been me many years ago!!!! I gave that little 182 plenty..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 24, July 2013 Author Report Share Posted 24, July 2013 For minor servicing im going to my local mechanic or doing it myself, however for the major service ie timing/acc belt i was thinking of using Paul V as recommeded by many. I was wondering for the major service is it more cost effective to source the parts and give them to Paul or just let him order the parts? What do you guys do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ace Posted 24, July 2013 Report Share Posted 24, July 2013 Pics already ?? I actually owned a 250 first then went and bought a 172 - best move ever, Clio for the guts, 250 for the Glory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weezer Posted 24, July 2013 Report Share Posted 24, July 2013 I went from a 172 to a practically new XR5 on the premise of having growing kids, need bigger car, 4 doors etc. It felt like I had lost a relative. 1 year later and I was back in a 172 grinning from ear to ear. Pics, pics, pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemz Posted 24, July 2013 Report Share Posted 24, July 2013 I was wondering for the major service is it more cost effective to source the parts and give them to Paul or just let him order the parts? What do you guys do? Paul was more than happy to let me supply the parts. (he replaced the PAS pump and aux belt for me recently) However, I would ask when booking - just out of courtesy. Wolf is usually the go-to-man for cheap OEM parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 27, July 2013 Author Report Share Posted 27, July 2013 Thanks guys. I will upload some photos tomorrow. Anyone on this forum from south western part of Sydney? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemz Posted 27, July 2013 Report Share Posted 27, July 2013 I'm around Liverpool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffie Posted 27, July 2013 Report Share Posted 27, July 2013 I'm around Liverpool. same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 28, July 2013 Author Report Share Posted 28, July 2013 Hey nemz and Jeffie, I'm around Liverpool as well!! Tried to upload photos but i dont think this forum allows it for new members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath81 Posted 1, August 2013 Author Report Share Posted 1, August 2013 Looking at the service history from the previous owner there are a few things im not sure about. 1/ On two occasions it metions belt compressor replaced. What is this? Is it different from the accessory belt (one of the receipts mentions both). 2/ An engine oil cleaner has been used for some servicing, is this really necessary if oil has been replaced every 10-12 thousand kms? 3/ Injector cleaners, should we use them if we are always filling up on 98 unleaded? Please let me know if i'm posting this in the wrong area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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