December 2008 - Simon 1867
Forum Username
Simon 1867
Age
25
PNG Region
South East
Car
1983 1.2 L (1.3 SR Replica)
Engine & Transmission
Standard 1.2 engine with 4 speed box
Suspension & Brakes
Front GMAX dampers and rear 60mm lowering springs
Wheels & Tyres
SR Alloys 3spoke on Michelin tyres
Exterior
Mocca Brown with black doors bottoms and snowplough front, wrap around spoiler.
Interior
Standard MK1 dash, cream carpets and door cards, brown and cream seats
ICE
Standard factory fitted Sharp radio
Random Five
1. How long have you owned the car?
I have owned it for 8years.
2. How/Why did you buy the car in the first place?
It was my mums car before me she sold it to me when I passed my test at 17.
3. Whats your favourite aspect or modifcation of the car?
To be honest I like the whole car, but I do love sitting inside and feelling like im back in the 80's feels very retro. Also im very proud of rebuilding the engine form top to bottom. I did this to learn as much as I could. Its nice to drive the car and not seeing many others around, so that could be a favourite aspect.
4. Is the car a daily drive, or do you keep it for special occasions?
Between the ages of 17-19 was my daily drive, but now is tucked away for sunny days.
5. Looking back, would you have done anything differently?
I think maybe not boy racering it up when I was younger, as now I think it looks different and fantastic....but thats just my opinion.
