Fonz
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Registered: 12th May 06
Location: Newbury, Berks
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hello all
Ok so I’ve already left a fair few posts so it too late to welcome me (Pete – Aka “Fonz” ex gf nickname which has stuck) but I’m yet to divert your attention to my car Sara.
Well I’ve uploaded loads of pics in my garage which would be easier to view than post the whole lot! 
In short: bought a Sting off a mate back in May, this was fine until I crash it!
Wet road, following a mate to unknown destination…..he overtook, I followed, lost control when I pulled back in! 
the rest is history – please see garage!
So given the crash went for the same again to keep insurance down. Moved here in Sussex to work for a year in-between second and third year study saved some money and started to personalise my car.
As I personalised I did so on the weekends, listening to Radio1, as such I listened to Sara Cox’s show and thought the name appropriate for my car.
As you can see from the picture I have been quite busy!
Fully fitted footwell, neon and boot lit Blue NEONs
…..and also a self made gear stick and handbrake gaiter. £5 leather from Brighton and a day sewing! Saves a bit and makes it much more personal!
Recently had her in the bodyshop for the Irmscher kit, but they didn’t like the Combat 1 skirts (thanks to MillerCorsa for supplying them!) plan to fit them when I find time in Aug/Sept before I return to university!
Next is an induction kit and an exhaust, considering going badgeless grill, and smoked headlamps and rear lamps (anyone able to Photoshop?), and obviously needs proper alloys (anyone wanting those??) and I hope to lower once I get the money.
Being 1.0 12V her performance isn’t worthy of much but I love her
when I have the time and money (after graduation) plan to upgrade engine (watch this space for posts in the years to come!)
I know I’ve mixed in all manner of posts here, my wanted list, what’s on offer and snap day but hey, can’t please everyone.
That me, its my introduction.
Comments welcome on Sara, and any photoshops would be most grateful!  (I will post correctly once I have money to amke a decision!)
[Edited on 23-06-2006 by Fonz]
[Edited on 24-06-2006 by Fonz]
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Ry_B
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Location: Solihull, W Mids Drives: 45BHP beast!
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Welcome to CS!
Car looked a right mess, you were quite lucky I'd say mate!
First thing I'd do would be lower it ASAP  nice colour, love arden blue 
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Ry_B
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Another few small things (all IMO):
Put the standard petrol cap on
Debadge the rear
Clear side repeaters
I'd change the interior aswell but you obviously like it 
Looks nice and clean otherwise
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ainsley_brader
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i like the bumpers!
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mav
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Registered: 19th Jun 01
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cars good potential to be really good...good start though
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Fonz
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Registered: 12th May 06
Location: Newbury, Berks
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quote:
Originally posted by mav
cars good potential to be really good...good start though
good start?!
lol i'm not going mad with her! just going for a double take not the full on wow factor!!
still appreciate teh comment.
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mav
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what i mean is.
Lower
wheels
grill
take off petrol cap cover
and
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Fonz
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oh well in that case
i'd agree with you, withthe exhuast and IK as i want a noise i can enjoy!
waiting until i have a go at PS a grill but i am considering it, may have to judge opinion!
then it the lamps, i like the look of your (Rio verde green)
but only time will tell!
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mav
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yeah i liked my old Green sport...
Smoked lights always look good...
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Jonny P
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Registered: 11th Dec 04
Location: Merseyside Drives: Civic Type R EP3
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i would lower it and put alloys on it ASAP and maybe some irmscher skirts?
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Butler
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Registered: 2nd Jun 05
Location: London
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Just skirts will make that for me
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MR2Mike
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Registered: 20th Jan 05
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you have a lot to live up to with the name Fonz ! ....... muppetsports allie !
apparantley a mechanical fuckin wizard 
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Joe
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Registered: 20th Jun 04
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Got plenty of potential, I have the same front and rear bumper. Take a look in my garage. Welcome also.
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Fonz
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quote:
Originally posted by joe6886
Got plenty of potential, I have the same front and rear bumper. Take a look in my garage. Welcome also.
Ah yes i know your garage quite well!
wanted to try find examples of the bumbers that werent catalogue snap, also took a look at CorsAsh's garage.
it would seem a debadged grill and smokes are the done thing!!!
i guess i know where my money will be going!
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Ian
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Registered: 28th Aug 99
Location: Liverpool
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Badgeless grille, de-stripe, de-badge, de-stick-on-filler-car-trim, smoked head and tail lights, paint the handles and mirrors, Sport interior, GSi steering wheel, thin-font reg plates, lower it, Softstars. In that order
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Fonz
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quote:
Originally posted by Ian
Badgeless grille, de-stripe, de-badge, de-stick-on-filler-car-trim, smoked head and tail lights, paint the handles and mirrors, Sport interior, GSi steering wheel, thin-font reg plates, lower it, Softstars. In that order
looks like all the decisions have been made for me!!!
no comment on the car as it is but at least you weren't negative!
cheers Ian - i guess i've got plenty to get on with! lets hope i have it all doen for PSV 07!!
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3CorsaMeal
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don't put combat skirts on it ffs 
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Ian
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Registered: 28th Aug 99
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quote:
Originally posted by Fonz
no comment on the car as it is
I like the kit. Check my garage for my old Sport.
[Edited on 24-06-2006 by Ian]
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Rich H
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Registered: 26th Oct 05
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Hello - Welcome to CS A local person
Cars looking good mate - tbh if you stick to what Ian has advised, you cant go wrong! Keep us posted with updates
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Ry_B
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 I don't get what you mean? I like plenty of cars, I was just giving out constructive criticisim as he asked for ideas.
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Ry_B
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quote:
Originally posted by muppetsport
i love posts that start with, hello welcome to cs, you need to change the following........
annoys me greatly. change something on your own car then let us post up what we dont like?
quote:
Originally posted by Fonz
Comments welcome on Sara, and any photoshops would be most grateful
He asked for comments and peoples opinions, why are you trying to always start an argument with me?
And the only thing I'm guna change on my car is the wheels, no point modding a 1.2 8v Merit TBH
[Edited on 24-06-2006 by Ry_B]
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