Hello all, new member

[BaxterAW2014]

Hello everyone. I'm new to the forum and to car forums. I have a Insignia estate 1.8 sri, 2011 model. It's got some bangs and scratches and maybe some internal problems. I'm not keyed up with cars. I can change a tire and that's about it atm. But I'm planning on keeping it for a while, and I want to get things fixed and understand Insignia's more.

Anyone got any heads up on my car? Maybe common problems or issues to watch out for?

Thanks in advance.

[RBH]

Welcome buddy

[marko301]

Hi

Nice looking car and not a bad canvas to start off from. That's a nasty scrape on your front wheel arch (all been there...had my rear bumper scraped twice on this car already). Keep us updated on your progress.

[Logosgil]

Welcome

[Witty]

Welcome .

[Howy]

[Red Stoat]

Welcome bud, you will probably find a replacement wing cheaper than mending. Plenty about in the scrappies nowadays, and you have a popular colour.

[BaxterAW2014]

Thanks guys I always get a little smile on my face when I'm driving it.
Yeah that scratch is bad, only got myself to blame for that one. I hate seeing it

[BaxterAW2014]

Hi

Nice looking car and not a bad canvas to start off from. That's a nasty scrape on your front wheel arch (all been there...had my rear bumper scraped twice on this car already). Keep us updated on your progress.

I got some damage to the bumper as well got rammed and didn't think to open the boot to check if there was more damage. Looks okay until I open it thead. I'll get some pics up.

[BaxterAW2014]

Welcome bud, you will probably find a replacement wing cheaper than mending. Plenty about in the scrappies nowadays, and you have a popular colour.

Thanks mate!!! I've been thinking about trying that approach, as I can't afford to get it repaired. Might be a good starting point to get it looking fresh again.

[Red Stoat]

No worries mate, there are always some available, and in the right colour too. Here is one for £35, plus a fiver p&p if you aren't near Preston.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-2013-VAUXHALL-INSIGNIA-N-S-PASSENGER-SIDE-FRONT-WING-CARBON-FLASH-22C-GAR/192595614727?hash=item2cd797dc07:g:uxMAAOSwpz5bRfl0

They are bolt on, so a doddle to fit.

[BaxterAW2014]

No worries mate, there are always some available, and in the right colour too. Here is one for £35, plus a fiver p&p if you aren't near Preston.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-2013-VAUXHALL-INSIGNIA-N-S-PASSENGER-SIDE-FRONT-WING-CARBON-FLASH-22C-GAR/192595614727?hash=item2cd797dc07:g:uxMAAOSwpz5bRfl0

They are bolt on, so a doddle to fit.

Awesome! That's nearly perfect.
The front bumper part of the damage is mainly very deep scratched, but the passenger side front panel is actually bent a bit and the side indicator protective housing is broken. I'll need to learn more about sanding and respraying. And I can use the old panel to practice on.

[Philvxd]

See you've got the tourer as well best choice mate....

[Philvxd]

imo

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