Tbh an m3 is far more involving then a megane and even driving this slowly I can tell it needs more attention but I've not really bought this to be an all out attack it's more of a car I can just get in and enjoy. Vanos on this car is silent which has surprised me and most sound like a bag of marbles
As much as a decent FWD can be you just can't beat a RWD, 6 cyl, NA motor with a nice weight distribution. The great thing about an older RS Clio track slag is you can get them up to a decent pace without having to spend too much. Removes the temptation to spend loads on bits you don't really need but is deemed as must have and 'fashionable' Cheap on consumables as well.
Loved this thread, loved the Meg and sorry to see it go but i can see the reasons why, hope everything works out with the new car Matt!
Shame to see you're leaving Matt. Been good to watch your car progress and has helped me with a few things for mine. My brother has an e46 in carbon black with red leather. We've just fitted ST coilovers, tunrner anti-roll bars and powerflex all round. It has completely transformed the car it's mega! The engine is insane and has a Larini back box for extra noise. We share cars so lucky enough to have both on the drive but the M3 is the one to have really! Here's a pic (not the best sorry) Any wheels left over to sell mate for the meg?
Thanks bro appreciate it, I do try help people out as much as I can if I can. ITruly do love the car but sometimes needs must and gave 1st refusal on her if the new owner sells up so who knows I may be back haha.
Soooo did Rockingham in the Clio and it was a proper hoot considering it was put together by me which means I could have died haha Anyyyyyy way man maths works out I'm keeping Megane and m3 hahahahaha
You haven't messed about! The Clio looks quite modified already?! Good news if you can keep the Meg too!
Yer I fitted Gaz gha coilovers Oz superturismo with semi slicks HC front discs Mintex 1155 pads OEM rear discs and pads Motamec seat and side mounts Omp subframes Omp wheel Ktec exhaust Was a right hoot but was no Megane
Done a brands evening the other week and car was fantastic. Was also on performance french car magazine stand at french car show and was supposed to be on track but car had a minor vibration on the drive up so I didn't end up on track but had a great day non the less. New purchases New plate R25O MW Vibratechnic dog bone mount Yellow engine mount insert https://flic.kr/p/VBLvq4 https://flic.kr/p/WBTsdt https://flic.kr/p/WBTzYt https://flic.kr/p/WBTzYt https://flic.kr/p/VA1cfF https://flic.kr/p/WBTBYF https://flic.kr/p/WBTCJ8
20170718_115137 by Matthew West, on Flickr IMG_20170715_212652_522 by Matthew West, on Flickr IMG_20170715_175445_914 by Matthew West, on Flickr IMG_20170714_063805_967 by Matthew West, on Flickr IMG_20170713_205832_961 by Matthew West, on Flickr IMG_20170713_080319_519 by Matthew West, on Flickr
So excuse the links I don't seem to be able to get BB code up on android for the pictures haha New plate is on the Megane and I'm really happy with how it looks R250 MW https://flic.kr/p/X2PZHf Also bought some wheels for my m3 which was inevitable really but they are OEM e92 m3 competition wheels and fit perfectly https://flic.kr/p/XCRyX4 https://flic.kr/p/XrhnUW
I just received my copy of PFC and enjoyed the article on the 250. Certainly not as good as this whole thread but was the best article in the magazine!
Thanks buddy I was so thankful for the car to even be considered considering it's not actually massively modified in comparison to most that are featured but was told it was more about the story and journey ive had with it and to have 7 pages was great.
What a great read what a brilliant car you have built, I have just bought a rs250 cup the other day and this has been a great inspiration of what to do to mine. I also used to track a 172 and 182 supercharged amazing cars on track for the money never had tha balls to track my old seca blue M3 though. Hope to track my meg next month at Combe.
As previously said Matt, great read, really nicely specced car and proof you don't need a bazillion hp to make a great track car! How many sets of wheels though
So fitted some 245/40/18 Dunlop direzza dz03g to my rays re30 ready for brandshatch evening session on Monday https://flic.kr/p/XQn1HD https://flic.kr/p/XzqDSQ
What amazing journey youve had with this car so far! This project thread is the sole reason for me joining this site. Youve convinced me not to do anything to the fiesta st180 and save up for a meg 275 haha
Really really appreciate that buddy thanks!!! The car had certainly gained a fair amount of attention, mainly due to how active I am on Instagram etc but I had a great time with this car and I'm sure I'll be back in one one day
Well since Megane has gone I've struggled to find a suitable replacement and have since bought and sold e46 m3, Audi ttrs, ep3, and the most recent loss was a polo GTi but 2 nights ago I stumbled across what could be the perfect project and you will all be pleased to know it's red and has a 250 engine haha. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
That looks like a decent starting spec! Jack said you were moving the TT on. Bonus points for buying a car that matches your existing thread title?
When I see it advertised I recognised the car then knew I had to have it Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
Good to see you back Matt. Surprised to hear you got rid of the M3...how come? The Clio looks a riot mate! Has it got a 250 box with the lsd? What power?
Tbh the m3 was again one I shouldn't have sold but I made good money on it in the few months I had it was a great car but I was using it as a daily. The Clio has a built 225 box with a quaife diff. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
Brilliant!!! Guess whos back, back again! Looks like a great starting point for a truly nuts track build.
Nothing wrong with it, truly mind blowingly fast on the road but £20k+ my own money invested in my only car didn't seem the right thing to do ATM so sold it out some money in the house bought a mk5 GTi for daily driving and something for track Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
