Renault Clio II (1998 - 2001) - 2000 1.2 engine chugging

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Sat 25 Oct 2008 20:33
2000 1.2 engine chugging - mickeym1602
Hello, need help as just bought a 2nd hand Clio.

Everything seemed fine on test drive, bought car and went for a spin. Then, out of the blue, after only 20 miles of city driving the engine began chugging really badly at some traffic lights. The gearstick was vibrating like crazy and the car felt like it was going to stall at any moment.

Just about got home! The problem did die down a little when the car was moving, but the acceleration was definitely affected and I've lost all confidence as to what I've bought!!

Please help ASAP!!!

Cheers

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 25/10/2008 at 21:26

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Sat 25 Oct 2008 20:45
2000 1.2 Clio chugging - Screwloose

Trade or private sale? Was the seller's name on the V5?

8-valve or 16? Might just be a plug gone - but I don't like coincidences....
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Sat 25 Oct 2008 20:56
2000 1.2 Clio chugging - mickeym1602
Bought car from a local garage that sells car on the side.

It's an 8 valve.

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Sat 25 Oct 2008 20:59
2000 1.2 Clio chugging - Pugugly
Take it back !
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