davo Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Here's my mancona coupe Just had the front end painted. Got a few jobs left to do ,then put it in for MOT. I wasn't sure the colour would work for me.was thinking of a full colour change respray but budget would not allow. Having said that I think the colour works now its done,just need to sort some wheels now ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Abbott Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 (edited) Very nice :-) Try taking the headlights apart and take the orange part out of the headlight. It gives the front end a wider look. May not be your thing but it worked for mine. Edited November 12, 2012 by Kevin Abbott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted November 12, 2012 Author Share Posted November 12, 2012 Thanks for the tip Kevin. I haven't looked at the lights properly,I've seen them with clear lenses,just assumed they were a different unit. That's my job tomorrow night now!, Cheers,clear indicators here we come ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Abbott Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Get some bulbs that are silver but flash orange so it doesn't look like a fried egg in your headlight ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
399Road Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Have you got a Grille for it or do you need one? ...Luke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 Hi Luke Yes I have the grille thanks. Tempted to get it fitted but I have not fitted the bonnet release cable yet!! Got to make up a little clip to hold it in place. Thanks anyway Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert1234 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 I take it this is the one you had off me? Looks good, not to my taste but nice. Probably should have kept it and used the new grille I had. Whoops. Keep the updates coming, I'd like to see what you make of the car. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted November 16, 2012 Author Share Posted November 16, 2012 Hi rob yes it's the car I brought off you. I was going to repair the front with a manta panel but then thought what the hell why not ! I'm well pleased with the results but understand its not to everyone's tastes. Anyhow here's how it all started a month or so ago. Take one manta that's in pretty good nick,but with a very crusty nose! Add an Ascona front panel Then add wings and bonnet Spend some time prepping,then add paint 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert1234 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Good work. Only downside is the gap between the front wheels and the end of the car is now so small. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Cheers rob Now fitted the side skirts and clear headlight/indicators and grille 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opelmantagsi Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I like it, Opel should have built these back in the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cavtastic Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 Nice Hybid! This kind of cute looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daisybump Posted November 24, 2012 Share Posted November 24, 2012 Car looks great, what bumper is that.. i'd like one for mine.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted November 24, 2012 Author Share Posted November 24, 2012 Thanks for the positive comments The bumper is a narrow Ascona 400 item. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB15 Posted November 25, 2012 Share Posted November 25, 2012 She looks sweet min , Good job Kev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert1234 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Any update on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 Latest update I have fitted new boot lid with 3 piece spoiler.exclusive rear bumper and infill panel between the rear lights Will get some pictures up as soon as we get a bit of decent weather,its either raining or I am t work ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted May 5, 2013 Author Share Posted May 5, 2013 Here's some photos of the car now its done and the sun is finally out!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fish Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 sweet, I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 Brilliant job, there are going to be many scratching their heads when they see her on the road!! Is it my eyes that are not on a level keel, or is the front bumper slightly lower under the O/S headlamp than the N/S? Not nit picking but just to check if I need to go to those glasses people we see advertised everywhere!!! Great job though, we'll done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davo Posted May 6, 2013 Author Share Posted May 6, 2013 Thanks for the kind words No your right about the bumper,it did bug me for ages,but unfortunately it's on straight it's actually the bumper moulding thats not true that's making it look slightly out of level Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted May 6, 2013 Share Posted May 6, 2013 No Spec Savers for me this week then!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stradacab Posted May 7, 2013 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I love this! There used to be a few about but they kinda disappeared. Due to lack of Ascona B's there aren't that many to hack the fronts off anymore either. Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 Best of both Manta and Ascona looking fair braw indeed. Like that. cheers rab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutty2006 Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 I've seen it in the flesh, looks awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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