First car to modify with cheap and plentiful parts

[burmese]

hello

Ive read there are plenty of cheap parts to do up a Peugeot 205.I was also thinking of a VW polo breadvan.Does anyone have any more recommendation's please?
Many thanks
Si

[comfortablynumb]

Hi and welcome,

it depends on what sort of mods you're thinking of? Some body parts are almost impossible to find for some models, whereas for others its mechanical parts.

As a general rule, the more common the car, the better the parts supply. I tend to stick to Fords and Land Rovers, the aftermarket parts are plentiful, if not always cheap. Don't forget that your insurance may decide to clobber you for a modded car.

Not trying to be doom & gloom here, someone lese will be along with a more relevant POV soon

[astranaut]

If it's your first car, and you're 17, I wouldn't go mad, your insurance will be bad enough without declaring modifications as well. If not, an early Corsa B would also be on my list.

[burmese]

I'm 37 and looking for a 90's project car. VW breadvan is my favourite at the moment.Thanks for the info so far

[jaykay]

Mk3 golf? Utter wibblepoo, but can look good and cheap cheap.

[jaykay]

Mk3 golf? Utter wibblepoo, but can look good and cheap cheap.