Bete Noir's Black Mk2 Leon Cupra R

[bete noir]

I treated the Leon (and myself) to a set of Bilstein B14 coilovers, and a Whiteline anti-lift kit.

I had these bits fitted at JKM, and the car now looks a bit more poised

I haven't explored the handling yet, but hopefully I should get the chance this weekend.

 

[Daniel M]

Looks awesome man. Not sure if you like it but some headlight tint would look sweet.

 

[bete noir]

Looks awesome man. Not sure if you like it but some headlight tint would look sweet.

Thanks, that's not a bad idea. I could do with finding some cheaper mods next, after the expense of the wheels and coilovers!

 

[Daniel M]

Take a look at mine if you want an idea what it looks like.

 

[bete noir]

When I bought the car, the bodywork was smothered in tiny scratches from five years of being subjected to automatic car washes. I have machine-polished it a couple of times now, and the paintwork is just now getting a decent shine to it.

 

[Daniel M]

Looks awesome mate. Need to get mine done this summer

 

[bete noir]

I bought myself a set of SEAT Sport BBS 18" wheels to use during the winter. They have been refurbed in VW LA7Y Zinn Grau, and shod with a set of Toyo T1-Rs.

I need to do something about the standard centre caps, as the light grey does not look good. Probably a set of £10 stickers off eBay will do the job.

 

[lajohnz]

dam that's clean,had you just washed it,I love the wheels too( but then I would)


It's desperate need of a clean inside n out

 

[Mrski1]

That look fantastic with those 19's on, its also helped make up my mind about having the chrome wrapped on my Exeo.

 

[bete noir]

dam that's clean,had you just washed it

Yes. When I first put the BBS on after refurbing the car was filthy, but I had to get it clean to appreciate what it looks like with them fitted

That look fantastic with those 19's on, its also helped make up my mind about having the chrome wrapped on my Exeo.

Thanks, I like the 19s much better than the 18s, which look ridiculously tiny in comparison. Glad I've helped you make a decision on your car.

 

[bete noir]

My son gave me a set of Team Heko wind deflectors for Christmas (thanks Welly ) so I fitted them today.

I am really pleased with how they look with the sunstrip and the splitter, they all seem to complement each other very nicely.

 

[bete noir]

GUD & BAD together

It is a rare event when both my Leon and my Octavia are clean at the same time, so I thought I ought to preserve it for posterity.

 

[ant-1970]

They look good together very shelf

 

[bete noir]

They look good together very shelf ��

Thanks. Do you mean stealth? I have been trying to work out what shelf means

 

[bete noir]

The plan was always that the Leon would get more power at some point,
and that time has come. I booked it into JKM for their "Stage 1.1" package, which comprised Revo stage 1 software, Milltek non-resonated cat-back exhaust, new OEM diverter valve (non-diaphragm). It already had a Pipercross filter in the standard airbox.

JKM did before and after dyno runs. Before it made a little over 260bhp/270lbft max, and with the mods that rose to 310bhp/315lbft . Fair to say I am pretty happy with the numbers

Before and after dyno plots:

Purposeful looking tailpipes:

 

[bete noir]

Now the car makes some proper noise, I have unplugged the "soundaktor" (grumbler) from the base of the windscreen. I have always hated the noise it makes at low speed, and the idea of having artificial noise generated seems about as cool as clipping a bit of cardboard into the spokes of a bike wheel to make it sound 'like a motorbike'. I wish I had done it much earlier.

 

[notorious_d]

Fantastic build mate, amazing how the right wheels and ride height can change a car.

Now the car makes some proper noise, I have unplugged the "soundaktor" (grumbler) from the base of the windscreen. I have always hated the noise it makes at low speed, and the idea of having artificial noise generated seems about as cool as clipping a bit of cardboard into the spokes of a bike wheel to make it sound 'like a motorbike'. I wish I had done it much earlier.

Is this on all mk2 leons? I have a K1, will there be a 'grumbler' on mine?

 

[bete noir]

Fantastic build mate, amazing how the right wheels and ride height can change a car.

Is this on all mk2 leons? I have a K1, will there be a 'grumbler' on mine?

Thanks. You are right, wheels and ride height can make a massive difference.

I think the soundaktor is on all the mk2 Cupras, but I am not sure. There are a few threads on here with more info.

 

[bete noir]

Now for sale here

 

[bete noir]

All clean and shiny for the first potential buyer, who subsequently bought it.

Ready to be taken to its new home. Less than an hour away, so I may even see it around.