Fru1ty Posted January 20, 2016 Report Share Posted January 20, 2016 So I Bought a Lupo 1.4 (2001) , and I really want to kit it up. What parts do I require to tune it up, for example, Turbo, Lowering kits and where from? I want to increase performance and the look of the car? Any links to what parts I should purchase Please Help Me Kit It Up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skezza Posted January 20, 2016 Report Share Posted January 20, 2016 Has anyone turbo'd a 1.4? I'd love to see it happen. Fuel economy + some performance. You'll have to get a custom manifold and ecu etc. Lot of work but I'd love to see such a project. It's as awesome as it is barmy. Lowering is easy enough. You've got your cheap coilovers which look great, but handle like crap. £150-£250. You've got your good coilovers which handle significantly better £500 up. You've got lowering springs which keeps your OEM shocks so should feel ok. I think some adjustment is required to stop them causing premature wear. If you're genuinely serious, I imagine you'll get a lot of attention on this forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fru1ty Posted January 20, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2016 How Much Would A Total Conversion Cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj1 Posted January 21, 2016 Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 As above, would be really interested in seeing a 1.4 turbo project! Something different. However, have you considered an engine swap? 1.8T seems to be quite a popular choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sausage Posted January 21, 2016 Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 The gearbox would need rebuilding every other weekend as well. :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fru1ty Posted January 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 Is it possible to buy an 1.8 lupo and how much should I look to pay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fru1ty Posted January 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 I want to do an engine swap, how much would i be looking to pay? for engine and installation 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted January 21, 2016 Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 So you don't want to do an engine swap?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skezza Posted January 21, 2016 Report Share Posted January 21, 2016 A swap will cost about 5k plus the engine if you to the place near me. They're very good but they're not cheap. Can't remember what they're called but they're known nationally for their work. A couple of Barry bodgers might do it on the cheap but can't really guarantee the quality. I've seen some horrible engine conversions in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj1 Posted January 22, 2016 Report Share Posted January 22, 2016 Or if you fancy the challenge, buy the parts and do it yourself. You'd save a lot on labour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mobieus_uk Posted January 31, 2016 Report Share Posted January 31, 2016 many insurance companies wont even touch you if you make a modification like adding a turbo to a non turbo engine, even if you swap the engine getting insurance can be very difficult Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAN@ADRIAN FLUX Posted February 1, 2016 Report Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi, If you need any help with insurance at all then please feel free to drop me a line. Regards, Dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oakleylupo Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 On 1 February 2016 at 9:34 PM, DAN@ADRIAN FLUX said: Hi, If you need any help with insurance at all then please feel free to drop me a line. Regards, Dan. hi I'm gone be 17 soon and starting to learn to drive I've got a 1.4 lupo 1999 and I'm wondering how much my insurance is going to cost me ? will be a provisional at first and then full licence would have my dad on it aswell? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAN@ADRIAN FLUX Posted March 4, 2016 Report Share Posted March 4, 2016 1 hour ago, Oakleylupo said: hi I'm gone be 17 soon and starting to learn to drive I've got a 1.4 lupo 1999 and I'm wondering how much my insurance is going to cost me ? will be a provisional at first and then full licence would have my dad on it aswell? thanks Hi, If you wanted to PM me your details I would be happy to arrange a quotation for Learner Driver Insurance for you. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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