threehundred Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 alreet pet, way ay mun, canny, byker grove... Now that's out of my system I can begin To cut a short story even shorter, I had been looking around for a nice old VW for a while, maybe a mk1 Golf with a 20vt conversion, mk2 Golf VR6 etc, but I just couldn't find anything that really ticked all the boxes. There were a few things that I had my eye on, but people were asking ridiculous money for cars that weren't worth anywhere near the asking prices. I've always had a soft spot for jap hatches after owning a Charade GTti many many years ago, which was great fun. I'm expecting my first baby in a few days, and I haven't had a car since my Arosa (on Air ride and Porsche wheels) was stolen just before Christmas last year, so my Wife has been pressuring me to hurry up and buy something! I gave up looking for a VW and started broadening my search on Pistonheads. I'd seen some crazy Glanzas at Lakeside and Southend cruise which looked seriously quick, so I decided to have a look if there were any for sale. I spotted a white Glanza near Brighton which sounded pretty serious, 300bhp, Garrett turbo, forged internals etc which was tempting, but there was quite a bit of stuff that didn't really appeal (red Rotas, standard brakes (!!!), Evo bucket seats) so I signed up on here and started looking through the classifieds. Top of the list was Iamlegend's car For not much more money than the white Glanza, it looked and sounded like a serious bit of kit (I don't need to go into detail, I'm pretty sure you all know the car.) I rang the owner at 11am, had a chat about the car, pretty much made my decision whilst on the phone, shot into town to get the cash, got fully comp insurance, jumped on a train, and arrived in NukeHassle at 7pm after a 400 mile mission. Iamlegend showed me round the car, took me for a drive with me in the passenger seat (my insurance docs hadn't been emailed through in time) and I was smitten. Cash was handed over, paperwork was signed, and I was on the road by 9pm in my new ride, on the long drive back to sunny Essex. The car exceeded my expectations! Comfy, refined, reasonably quiet and not too bad on fuel (I got about 300 miles to a tank, admittedly whilst driving like a 96 year old woman) but when I put my foot down for the first time, good lord I'd never driven a seriously quick car before, and I think most people would agree that this thing is seriously quick! I don't drive like an idiot, I'll never redline it or thrash it (even though it's probably built to take it) but when I have a little play, it never fails to put a smile on my face. I haven't even taken any photos of it yet (I know, great start to a progress thread) but I have a few minor plans for the future; possibly remove the big boot spoiler, get hold of some carbon cup mirrors, get the heaters fixed (they stopped blowing hot on the way back from VW Players today, passenger side carpet is dry so I don't think it's the matrix), maybe some bodywork/paint but that's a long way off. So to summarise, I bought a 283bhp Glanza with zero knowledge or experience of them, to serve as a family car when my baby arrives, hence project Impulse Purchase I'll get some pics and specs up soon... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 You won't be disappointed mate..... And mechanically that car will last you years if you keep up with services Epic buy there Change it to a manual please ! James Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 15, 2013 Author Share Posted September 15, 2013 (edited) Never! The auto box is a dream! I've never owned an auto before, I didn't really know what to expect, but I love it! spec list taken from Iamlegend's advert for those who may not know the car... EngineTuning developments stage 2 fully forged engine- fully run in with 4 oil changes and oil filtersWossner 74.5mm Low Compression Piston Kit with Rings and PinsScat 4EFTE Forged Conrod Kit with ARP Rod BoltsAthena 1.2mm Uprated Metal HeadgasketARP 2000 Uprated Headbolt Kit inc New WashersGenuine Toyota Full Gasket KitGenuine Toyota Oil Pump KitOEM Water Pump KitOEM Cambelt Kit inc Idler & TensionerACL Main Bearing KitACL Big End Bearing KitACL Thrust Washer KitFully Machined and Polished 4EFTE Bottom EndFully Stripped, Cleaned and Rebuilt 4EFTE Cylinder Head to Standard SpecBlock, Head and Rocker Cover Cleaned and Painted in our Tuning Developments Black and Silver Theme460cc InjectorsJ performance FMICWEPR external wastegated manifold/decat and screamer pipeTial external wastegateRecon TD TDO4 turborace tech water lines & TD oil lineTD low temp thermostatMagnecore HT leadsdean RW developments battery clamp & oil captwin core civic radiator with fan- toyota coolantsard FPR with gaugehalfords batterymagnetic sump plugdean RW developments full custom cat back exhaust system with a unreel angle back boxID workz heat slam pannelTD fuel pumpPurple and blue hosing i.e radiator pipes/power steering pipesTD brake and power steering coverspowerflex engine mountautobox mocal cooler with racing transmission fluidNGK heat range 7 spark plugsOEM fuel filterOEM dizzy cap and rotor armpcv ChasisBC racing coiloversEBC grooved discs and yellow padsOEM front and rear 3 point braceC pillar bar bracehells braided brake lines all aroundOEM x2 hand brake cables15 rota grid Vs with parada spec 2 tyres 195/50/15FULL hunter alignment InteriorOEM fishnet recaro interior- rear seats/door cards/front seats OMP style steering wheelsound proofing insideEMB ECU kitBlitz dual boost controller Exterior Genuine JAM front lip/99 spec bumper & grille- fresh paintOEM rear lip/bumper-fresh paintOEM duck tail spoilerID workz live sports spoiler-fresh paintscuttle panel- fresh paintOEM side skirtsOEM bonnet99 Spec facelift rear lightsNEW OEM toyota glanza headlightstilted number plate bracket/ X2 new number plates8000k HIDS hi/lowYou won't be disappointed mate..... And mechanically that car will last you years if you keep up with services Epic buy there Change it to a manual please !James Edited September 15, 2013 by threehundred Quote Link to post Share on other sites
5e colin Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 get a gym member ship card now aswel to keep it on the road best of luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 15, 2013 Author Share Posted September 15, 2013 get a gym member ship card now aswel to keep it on the road best of luck No need, I drive like a granny most of the time. But yeah, it's a handful at times Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurboTobz Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Nice car that, good to see more glanzas near Kent and Essex area Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 17, 2013 Author Share Posted September 17, 2013 weirdly, the heaters started working again today after two days of non-warmth?! So I'm guessing it's a loose connections somewhere instead of anything too serious. Full Cat1 security fitted today I will actually get some pics up soon, I know that a progress blog without any pics is pretty dull. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TurboTobz Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Are the heaters blowing cool air but not hot? If so I'd be checking thermostat and cooling system Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shorty Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 Lol defo need some pics in here. You bought a stunner of a v tbh mate. And good to see legend finally has another auto buddy to stick up for his lack of being able to drive with a clutch lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted September 17, 2013 Share Posted September 17, 2013 good car..where you from in Essex?? im most likely one of the glanzas you have seen from lakeside or southend.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Welcome to UKSO and enjoy John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pick1 Posted September 18, 2013 Share Posted September 18, 2013 Welcome dude and a very nice purchase u have there very tidy motor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 20, 2013 Author Share Posted September 20, 2013 Are the heaters blowing cool air but not hot? If so I'd be checking thermostat and cooling system they were for a couple of days but its working fine again now, blows hot within minutes. hmm. Lol defo need some pics in here. You bought a stunner of a v tbh mate. And good to see legend finally has another auto buddy to stick up for his lack of being able to drive with a clutch lol auto all day long mate good car.. where you from in Essex?? im most likely one of the glanzas you have seen from lakeside or southend.. Basildon mate. are there any local meets? and do you know of any specialists in Essex? most of the work was done at TD but Warrington is a bit of a mission from here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iamlegend Posted September 20, 2013 Share Posted September 20, 2013 (edited) very strange about the heating.. thermo is a low temp and new...but if its working again sweet.... still no picccccccccccccccctures!!!!!!! Edited September 20, 2013 by iamlegend Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted September 20, 2013 Share Posted September 20, 2013 if you need work mate..ring ATSPEED racing in Rayleigh and ask for colin... he knows about my glanza, so can assist you.. as for local meets, its very rare..me and russ are trying to arrange a date for an end of year meet.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 23, 2013 Author Share Posted September 23, 2013 if you need work mate.. ring ATSPEED racing in Rayleigh and ask for colin... he knows about my glanza, so can assist you.. as for local meets, its very rare.. me and russ are trying to arrange a date for an end of year meet.. brilliant, thanks fella. yeah keep me posted, would be good to meet up with some fellow Glanza owners in the area. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 23, 2013 Author Share Posted September 23, 2013 very strange about the heating.. thermo is a low temp and new...but if its working again sweet.... still no picccccccccccccccctures!!!!!!! yeah it's working fine now, weird. yeah I know, still no pics Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 apologies for the lack of updates or pics, I feel kind of slack as I've been super busy with family stuff, too much going on to wash it/get pics/do anything constructive... but rest assured I've been out there driving it and enjoying it! I'm not a flat out thrasher but I have an occasional reserved play and it never fails to amaze/scare me. good thorough detail next week, maybe a bit of paint and bodywork on the horizon too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 get some pics up..haven't seen you about locally yet tho... when your next out, let us know man.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikey4410 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 is it black with pink 1.3 automatic on the back and did u get alarm fitted at pulse in hadleigh ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
russ78 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 they were for a couple of days but its working fine again now, blows hot within minutes. hmm. auto all day long mate Basildon mate. are there any local meets? and do you know of any specialists in Essex? most of the work was done at TD but Warrington is a bit of a mission from here. how the hell have I not seen you dude ? , glanzas kinda stick out like a sore thumb in Basildon where you go at the weekends ? come lakeside with me and jay Saturday dude be good to meet another local lad Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted October 31, 2013 Author Share Posted October 31, 2013 get some pics up.. haven't seen you about locally yet tho... when your next out, let us know man.. where does everyone hang out? I went to lakeside last Saturday for a look around, hardly any cars out, pretty dead. unless I was in the wrong area? is it black with pink 1.3 automatic on the back and did u get alarm fitted at pulse in hadleigh ? yes mate, do you work near Pulse? the guys in there said someone came in and showed an interest, I'm guessing it was you! how the hell have I not seen you dude ? , glanzas kinda stick out like a sore thumb in Basildon where you go at the weekends ? come lakeside with me and jay Saturday dude be good to meet another local lad I'm hardly ever out in the car tbh, had a baby 2 weeks ago so I've been flat out being a dad! did pop to Lakeside last weekend but not much going on. you going this Saturday? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikey4410 Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I am the said person who came in and saw ure car,i am very good friends with those guys and they fitted my alarm a few years back. I am gonna pm u m number so we can hava chat .lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Heard Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 Saw this today at my local tesco's and spoke to mike, actually lost for words, car is just perfect! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
threehundred Posted September 24, 2014 Author Share Posted September 24, 2014 (edited) wow I've done really well with this thread haven't I? Had the car for just over a year and I've managed about 2 posts and zero photos, good work I moved house about a month ago and after a year of totally faultless performance and reliability, the V decided it was time to die... on moving day, on the way to collect the keys for the new crib. perfect timing. I left my house, started fine, driving as normal, got to a roundabout and pulled away when it suddenly lost all power and started spluttering. pulled over, just about ticking over, engine rocking like crazy, turned it off, wouldn't start again. sat and waited for over 11 hours to be picked up by HIC rescue, who eventually cancelled my rescue and told me to get a taxi home and try again in the morning (but that's another story for another day) I trailered the car to Quest Motorsport on Matt Heard's recommendation. they had the car for a few weeks as it turned out to be quite a major job. I'll post up full details of the rebuild when Keith emails them to me, but let's just say the guys at Quest found a few 'questionable' bits and pieces which (I have to assume) were put into place by Tuning Developments when they did the forged build before my ownership (it's Iamlegend's old car). https://www.facebook.com/119513264874/photos/pb.119513264874.-2207520000.1411589054./10152728380834875/?type=1&theater have a look at that link, valve shims reshaped and refitted after being skimmed with an angle grinder anyone? hmm. I know Iamlegend put about 5 grand into the forged build and to be honest it's been 100% reliable and brilliant for me for over a year... but to find something like that (and plenty more, details to follow) in a relatively new engine build makes you think. When I bought the car, everyone was raving about TD saying they are the best in the business and the only people to take a Glanza to for any work... now all I'm hearing is stories of fully forged engines failing after minimal time on the road. more (and better) updates to follow, I'll try not to be so slack this year Edited September 24, 2014 by threehundred Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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