Second Ibiza

[jezyg]

My daughter picked up her Ibiza Xcellence 115 DSG at the weekend, ordered in July. Just in time as no more factory orders being taken due to arrival of the FL car early next year. We now have two white Ibiza's and a white Born; at least I only need one Chipex kit I already have for my Ibiza. Maybe I will have to change colour come change time late next year...

As for the car, I actually prefer the 8 inch display to the 10 inch in my Xcellence Lux, less busy and clearer overall IMO. 17 wheels also generate less road noise and ride is more supple. I optioned ACC and high beam assist as at £275 was worthwhile upgrade especially high beam assist as living in a village lots of dark unlit country roads around us. I also picked up a unused Ibiza spare wheel and jack kit for £50. Tried to fit a plug and play rear camera, but would not activate and the removal tool which was too thin and sharp so got stuck. Ended up having to remove top lid of infotainment unit to remove removal tool. The rear parking sensors are good enough TBH, so I am not too worried or worth playing about with the so called 'plug and play' kit from China, on a brand new car, was only £25 at least and I have messaged seller. Only other addition is Rimblades in grey, as added protection being a young and new driver! Before and after below.

 

[SRGTD]

Looks good.

Be aware that wheel rim protectors such as Rimblades, Alloygators and other similar products aren’t generally recommended for diamond cut alloys. Dirt and grit can get between the inner surface of the wheel rim protector and the diamond cut surface of the alloy. That dirt/grit then acts as an abrasive, and can rub away at the clear protective lacquer on the wheel. If this happens, white worm corrosion is likely to set - initially undetected behind the rim protector, but will eventually spread beyond the rim protector to the visible diamond cut sections of the the alloys.

Edit; Just did an internet search and below is the AI result from the search;

It is not recommended to use self-adhesive rim protectors like Rimblades on diamond-cut alloys because they can trap water and salt, potentially causing corrosion and damage to the finish.

Some professional wheel repairers also strongly advise against them, stating that they can lead to long-term corrosion and may void guarantees. While Rimblades suggests their products can be fitted to diamond-cut wheels with the use of a primer, many users and professionals have reported issues with corrosion and peeling paint caused by these protectors.