esayem
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Introduction:
Hi all,
I’m starting a thread here to document progress in restoring and upgrading my first A2, the details of which are as follows:
Some photos were included on my general introduction post , but here are some extras.
I’ve been on the lookout for an A2 for a little while to replace my previous car (BMW 330Ci), and whilst I would ideally like to have to pick up a TDI model, I opted for the 1.4 petrol unit as it better suits my current driving needs - mostly short inner-city journeys and low overall annual mileage. I purchased the car for £850 (which I think was a bargain), however there are a number of issues that will need resolving, these include (in order of priority):
In addition to these issues (and any others that will inevitably appear) I intend to address the other common A2 failure points mentioned on the forums, and potentially upgrade the car with some OEM options in the future. I wanted to say a big thank you for the warm welcome and advice on my thread in the ‘introduction section’ - any and all feedback is welcomed!
Thanks for reading,
Sam
Hi all,
I’m starting a thread here to document progress in restoring and upgrading my first A2, the details of which are as follows:
Engine | 1.4 Petrol (BBY) |
Year of manufacture | 2002 (hence the project name) |
Mileage at purchase | 71,000 |
Colour | Cobalt Blue (LZ5Q) |
Spec | SE |
Some photos were included on my general introduction post , but here are some extras.
I’ve been on the lookout for an A2 for a little while to replace my previous car (BMW 330Ci), and whilst I would ideally like to have to pick up a TDI model, I opted for the 1.4 petrol unit as it better suits my current driving needs - mostly short inner-city journeys and low overall annual mileage. I purchased the car for £850 (which I think was a bargain), however there are a number of issues that will need resolving, these include (in order of priority):
- The car came with very limited history, and no evidence of a cambelt or water pump change.
- The car is due a full service.
- There is an intermittent engine misfire/cut-out problem.
- The driver’s door doesn’t unlock with the key fob - it does lock with the key fob and unlock with a key turn.
- The temperature gauge drifts up and down between 60 and 90.
- The petrol filler cap doesn’t open – can open it manually by pushing on the release mechanism.
- The car still appears to have the original battery fitted.
- Both of the front door checks have failed.
- The headlights are heavily oxidised.
- There is a small crack in the passenger side taillight.
- General exterior wear (dull paintwork, scratched trim, damaged alloys).
- General interior wear (broken cup holder, broken ashtray, worn switches, etc.).
In addition to these issues (and any others that will inevitably appear) I intend to address the other common A2 failure points mentioned on the forums, and potentially upgrade the car with some OEM options in the future. I wanted to say a big thank you for the warm welcome and advice on my thread in the ‘introduction section’ - any and all feedback is welcomed!
Thanks for reading,
Sam
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