moddedcorsa
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AS you may or may not know, i started of with a 1.2 8v corsa (which was subtely modded and quite sensibel/smart for a first car) wen i was 18, i then sold it and got a mk4 astra 1.8 16v sport, which i havent really done anything too.
So now i want something i can have fun in, subtle bodywork, and a bit of engine work and get the handling sorted
And im torn between two cars, a corsa b 1.4 sri, or mk2 nova 1.4 sr (yes thats right a nova! Ive always wanted one on the road since i was 10 and had a mk1 1.2 merit to drive about in the feild in front of ma house. I then had another mk1 which i entered into a stock car/rallycross race)
Anyway back to the point, which should i go for? (i no its gonna be a bit biased here)
heres a few pics of the possible nova (j-reg 1.4 sr, twin webbers, lowered 60 etc etc, ohh and its done under 60k miles and has been in storage for the majority of the last 2 years)
[Edited on 30-08-2004 by moddedcorsa]
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mav
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personal choice m8....
but If i was you and that nova is mint go for it...you know you want to.
looks sweet from pics............
u sound like you want the nova sooooooooooo..................
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moddedcorsa
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cheers mav, i do like it, but will have to sell the astra and go have a really good look at it!
Just want something fun for a few years, have lost/spent too much money on cars, just want somethink i can run cheaply (cheap parts, and simple mechanics so i can do all work myself) And have fun in.
Also if i got it id lose the 17"s and get some softstars/allessios
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moddedcorsa
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only bad points with the nova that i no of are a few rusty stone chips, and the scooby vent is cracking a wee bit.
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deanmcreynolds26
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Nova all the way mate try hold off for a silk violet GSI though
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Icy
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dare rls eurgghh
nice bk then but now...........no!! 
i wudnt be able to decide
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moddedcorsa
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quote:
Originally posted by deanmcreynolds26
Nova all the way mate try hold off for a silk violet GSI though
tell me about it, there MINT!
yeah dares would go, i do like them (nice simple design, but look too big on novas, 16" or 15"s look better)
Ive always like novas and now id say theve lost the boy racer image (saxo's can have that) And are now starting to get rare (mint ones anyway) Thats half the appeal
But then again, the corsa sri can look v.nice.
Novas winning at the mo
[Edited on 26-08-2004 by moddedcorsa]
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Martin_C
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why was it in storage?
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moddedcorsa
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The owner is a friend of a friend. He works for a fuel company (driving lorrys) And got a company car (And wanting to keep the nova good, just uesd the company car all the time. So he put the nova in storage at his work depot in glasgow, As he couldnt part with it.)
Its not actually for sale, but if he was offered the right price (and knew it was goin yo a gd home) would sell.
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Martin_C
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ahhhh i see.
smart wee car, needs 16s though, although 15s would be better for pace n handling.
got a 4 branch on it too?
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big eck
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if you get it you can swap my alloys for yours 
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moddedcorsa
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quote:
Originally posted by Martin_C
ahhhh i see.
got a 4 branch on it too?
yep
What alloys u got eck? the speedline mistrals? (maybe, but hey ive not even looked at the car yet )
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moddedcorsa
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Well i was speaking to the owner outside a nightclub last night, And the story is;
He bought it 4 years ago with 43k miles on it, and got a yrs driving ban due to drink driving conviction, so he spen the year doin the nova up.
Hes used it a bit, and its now done 63k.
He is goin to australia for 3 months in two weeks time, so would like it sold by then (doesnt want to sell but needs the ££)
Said he'd take £1500 for it, but it will need 200 or so spent on tidying up few bits on bodywork, but said it mint underneath.
heres a spec list:
Engine: 1400cc with Twin 40's, High Lift Piper Road Rally Cam, Four Branch Manifold, PMC Exhaust System
Suspension: 60mm Lowering Springs All Round
Brakes: Astra GSI Front Calipers, Vented Disks, Standard Rear Drums.
Wheels/Tyres: 17 inch Dare RSL Alloys, 205/40/17 Tyres
Bodywork: Full GSI Body Kit, De-Locked, Subaru Bonnet Vent, Bee Sting Aerial, Seat Ibiza Front Splitter, De-Badged, Side Skirts, Full Respray, Colour Coded Mirrors, Door Handles and Pillars, Oval Clear Side Repeaters.
Interior: Astra 8v Digital Dash and Car Systems Cheak Couputer, Alloy Door Pins, Electric Switches Mounted Within Center Console, Electric Windows, Rear Interiour Lights.
ICE/Security: Alpine TDA 7570 Head Unit With 12 Disk Multi Changer, 2x480Watt Amps, Sub Woofer, 4x6x9's Speakers. Cobra Immobliser And Remote Central Locking Alarm.
So i really need to sell the astra asap! Will be in autotrader next wk.
[Edited on 29-08-2004 by moddedcorsa]
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novaclaire
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omg, there is no thinkin involved in that question!!
NOVA baby!!!!
that is one braw nova!!!!
[Edited on 29-08-2004 by novaclaire]
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big eck
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That sounds like a total bargin mate, even gettin a loan off someone to buy it then pay them back when you sell yours
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corsa_godfather
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yeah the nova seems well worth it for the money
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moddedcorsa
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I really want it, and after all your replies!! Im totally convinced!!
Cant wait to hear the twin 40 carbs!
Mon the nova.
Think if i get it, i will get a cheap runabout, transfer the astra insurance 6months left (with norwich union) to that, and spend 6months getting the nova mint and ready for next summer!
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big eck
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I take it yuo havnt bought it yet?? I thought the guy wanted rid asap??
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moddedcorsa
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He said the exhaust was blowing, so has ordered new system, and ive 2 go look at it nxt wk sumtime. (he's not really pushing 4 sale as he doesnt want to sell, but the extra cash wold com in handy)
I think im letting my heart rule my head though, I want a cheaper car (try save some £)
But if i get the nova, im gonna have to spen a bit on it, and then the insurance.
Fook it!! Nova all the way!! At least its gonna be bit more unique!
Saw a mint mk1 golf 4 sale today, god im tempted!
[Edited on 31-08-2004 by moddedcorsa]
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moddedcorsa
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well was passing the mk1 golf and called in and had a look, Exterior and interior was MINT! (only blemishes were rust bubble on top of front wong, and ripped drivers seat bolster) Then took a look underneath, not so pretty. Would need fair bit of welding i think. So i will leave that at the mo.
Got an insurance quote for the nova, £800 fc (700 tpft) With HIC (All modds covered, inc the engine modds assuming they give less than +10bhp)
So im goin to have a look on sunday. Guy still isnt shure if he will sell b4 he goes away, but i will go c wot the crack is with the car anyway.
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