Extensive history file with detailed maintenance records from 1996-2024
Recent comprehensive mechanical overhaul, including a complete cylinder head overhaul and new clutch
Only 100 miles since major components like timing chain and clutch were replaced
MOT valid until May 2025
The Appeal
The Volkswagen Corrado was a great car for plenty of reasons the moment it rolled out of Osnabrück - but it was when the VR6 hit that true automotive history was made. The Corrado VR6 was a speedy, sprightly car that handled exceptionally and still manages to impress today, with a decidedly athletic powerplant that offered some 187bhp out of the gate.
This particular example of the Corrado VR6 has been well cared for, with a comprehensive history file that includes a detailed spreadsheet documenting all work done from 1996 to 2024. Plenty of recent work has been completed in the recent years, and with an MOT valid until May 2025, this German thoroughbred is ready for its next chapter on the road.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1995
Extensive history file with detailed spreadsheet documenting work from 1996-2024
Original book pack with service schedule included
Only a couple of service stamps missing, backed up with invoices
Early mechanical maintenance included bulbs, wiper blades, tyres, and dampers within the first 100,000 miles
Significant work from 2003-2006, including new starter motor, brake hoses, exhaust sections, and paintwork
Timing chain, oil seals, clutch, brake lines, and coolant fluid replaced at 114,000 miles in 2006
New front bumper, fog lamp, and indicator lamp in 2007
SORN from 2011-2016
Acquired by the current owner in 2022 and since been stored professionally and has only been out for MOT and maintenance work
Rust prevention work including Dinitrol injection and waxoyling of suspension components recently completed
Recent MOT from April 2024, valid until May 2025
Timing chain and clutch maintenance done at 129912 miles
Currently indicates 130,033 miles
Complete with:
V5c document
Service record book
Printout of work completed
Plenty of invoices
The Condition
Bodywork is in generally sound order
Slight dent on bonnet lip
Paintwork is still sharp
Slight scratch on one door and slight scrape on rear bumper
New genuine front grill sourced through Heritage VW parts
4 new Toyo Proxes tyres fitted in January 2022
Sunroof and spoiler are functional
Underneath, the car appears solid with only surface wear
Internally, the car is in similarly fine fettle
Upholstery shows surface wear, but no rips or tears
Carpets appear clean and well-kept
Dashboard is smart with all instruments bright and legible
ABS light operates correctly
The Mechanics
2.9L V6 petrol engine
5-speed manual transmission
New track control arms, bushes, pinch bolts, and hex bolts fitted in December 2020
Suspension received new shocks, springs, bellows, and rubber mounts
Aftermarket spring set fitted, original OEM springs included in sale
Rear brakes overhauled with new calipers, carriers, braided hoses, springs, handbrake cable, rear brake discs, rear wheel bearings, rear brake pads, and rear ABS sensors
Front brakes received attention the following month
Recent work by Stealth Racing in Warwickshire included a complete cylinder head overhaul, new timing chains, tensioners, guides, and a new clutch, done under 100 miles ago at a cost of over £2,000
New engine mounts fitted
The vendor informs us that the car drives great, still feels great, and the engine sounds perfect
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