Ok here goes. Owned a 59 plate very early Bocanegra, it got through 3 engines and one gear box. Mods were Revo fully body kit Weitech 3 way adjustable coil overs all round, stiffer arb and bushes. Oh and other small cosmetic mods.
Absolutely loved the car it was awesome when it worked. Reason for 3 engines was that mine was an early one with all the associated problems. Once the new and final engine was fitted it only used 1 ltr of oil in 5000 miles. The
dealership where it was finally repaired really persevered with it and got it working properly.
Would I have another one, I cannot believe I am typing this, but the answer is yes. When they work they are **** quick and really fun to drive. Rattly yes, noisy yes. But a bucket o fun most definitely !!
I would go for a later one and probably a Cupra as they are a wee bit cheaper than the Boc even second hand. We need a second car again at the moment.
For this Im looking at another pocket rocket Either a Clio, or a SEAT. I cant abide Minis, Fiat felt slow and the DS3 just doesnt do it for me.
Mrs B and I both miss the Boc, and the DSG was bloody brilliant when you were feeling lazy! Love its replacement the Supercopa, especially since its been Stage one Revo'd.
Try and find one of the last of the Pre FL Cupras or an FR if you are going to get one. Or one with at least 18 months of warranty or not dicked around with to any great extent. Then if you do have to take it in the
dealership wont blame you for any dodgy mods.
B
