Modifying my Fiat Punto

[SumitBahl]

Originally Posted by HammerHead

Now its much better.
What about the rear? Any modifications there?

Rear lights are smoked, I think.

It might looks better without the Punto sticker on the front.

[vigneshram]

Sumbit bhai,i know that the P looks quite big,realised it later.i thought of removing it that day itself.let me do it in the next few days.thanks for the suggestions.yeah the tail lamps are smoked.the headlamps will be in a weeks time.

the rear has got a esseesse badge.and a abarth logo,also a spoiler

[Xehaust]

Agree with the oversized "P"
Remove it ASAP. Which spoiler have you put?

[rameshnanda]

@vigneshram - Sorry Vignesh, the blackened bonnet doesn't look good to the Punto's Character, at least to me . Are you serious about retaining this setup for your Punto?

[recshenoy]

found some modded Punto pics on facebook. here is the link
X International Punto Racing Club Meeting @ Garda | Facebook

PS: i guess one need to like FIAT FB page to access the link if its not directly accessible.

[Invader]

Hi Team,

I hope I am posting this query in the correct thread and hope this would escape the eyes of the manufacturer / dealer

I wish to install a Diesel Tunning Kit (Petes / Spider) in my Punto 90HP and I would remove it when I submit the car for regular servicing. Could somebody help me with the following queries:

1. As my car is less than 6 months old and under warranty, can the local Tata/Fiat dealer engine diagnostics software pick-up any trace of such a modification been done?
2. The resellers assure that this tunning kit will not harm the engine in any manner, has anybody had experienced any problems (short / long terms issues what so ever!)
3. Mileage drop?

Thanks

[suhaas307]

Originally Posted by recshenoy

found some modded Punto pics on facebook. here is the link
X International Punto Racing Club Meeting @ Garda | Facebook

PS: i guess one need to like FIAT FB page to access the link if its not directly accessible.

Some of them would be perfect candidates for the 'Weird and Wacky mod-jobs' thread.

Originally Posted by Invader

1. As my car is less than 6 months old and under warranty, can the local Tata/Fiat dealer engine diagnostics software pick-up any trace of such a modification been done?

I know some acquaintances who have installed the tuning-box on their Puntos and disconnect it before servicing. In fact, when you get it installed, the franchise you buy it from might recommend you to do that, since it's an easy, plug-and-play sort of mod.

Originally Posted by Invader

2. The resellers assure that this tunning kit will not harm the engine in any manner, has anybody had experienced any problems (short / long terms issues what so ever!)

It shouldn't harm your engine in any way, so long as it is installed properly. Do acquire it from a known source or a reliable tuning house.

Originally Posted by Invader

3. Mileage drop?

The mileage wouldn't drop, so long as you don't keep planting your right foot onto the floor very often. The loss in mileage isn't generally because you have installed something that gives you more power. The drop in mileage is usually because the owners tend to give it the beans whenever an opportunity is in sight.

However, serious modifications to the engine may affect fuel economy.

Drive safe!

[ronin]

Could you please let me know where you can find those lights and also how good they are performance wise?

[vigneshram]

My punto after getting projectors.Take a look.my car also gets a tuning box this week from germany.And its not race chip guys.Its from ASA Tuning.Got new Yoko C drives yesterday as well.

[coloneljasi]

Originally Posted by vigneshram

My punto after getting projectors.Take a look.my car also gets a tuning box this week from germany.And its not race chip guys.Its from ASA Tuning.Got new Yoko C drives yesterday as well.

Your GP looks good now. But I must ask why you have a matt black hood and a gloss black roof?

BTW, you've shown your car's plates before. No point in covering them up now

[vigneshram]

Everybody out there must. Understand that it is carbon fibre Vinyl on the hood and not matte black.you will not be able to appreciate it unless you see it in person.pics don't show the details

[Renjith Rajan]

vigneshram: I kinda like your Punto except for the projectors. The blue color is standing out too much, I think whitish color would be better.

I am sure you get lot of attention (both positive and negative), most people can't miss a "different" looking Punto

[coloneljasi]

Originally Posted by vigneshram

Everybody out there must. Understand that it is carbon fibre Vinyl on the hood and not matte black.you will not be able to appreciate it unless you see it in person.pics don't show the details

Oops! Carbon fibre vinyl? You're right, the last photo does not show the cf weave. Thanks for pointing it out. CF look is a definite yes!

[vigneshram]

Originally Posted by coloneljasi

Oops! Carbon fibre vinyl? You're right, the last photo does not show the cf weave. Thanks for pointing it out. CF look is a definite yes!

You are right.here is the pic showing the cf weave.this is after a polish.

[vigneshram]

finally this is how my car looks.