Ok, so I definitely am interested in eventually souping up the old motor, but I've decided to tackle all the basics things first, she has a reem of cosmetic things that need fixing up just to get her to standard, so I've made a list.

Repair drivers side window
Fix environmental controls
Replace bonnet.
Repair chips to windscreen
Replace front diffuser
Repair/replace front mesh grill
Repair/replace keyed panels
Repair windscreen seal
Fix boot lid spring/get gas struts
Manifold still needs tackling

Once that's out of the way, I probably will look at the following

Uprate induction
Uprate exhaust system
Maybe uprate headlights
Install "privacy glass" to rear windows
Uprate HT leads and Sparks


Any thoughts on this?

Sounds like a resonable list.

For privacy glass check ebay for pre-cut kits for the civic.

The BMC-CDA 150/85 is the one listed for the 180, if you search ebay for the 150/85 they come up for other cars but will fit if you supplie your own hoses.

If you are replacing the headlights do it at the same time as repairing the bumber mesh as the bumper has to come off to remove the headlights.

How are you planning to uprate the headlights? I have a virtually brand new pair of mk1 lights with clear indicator lenses and uprated bulbs for sale (shameless plug), as they are scratch free and UV damage free they are much much brighter than your current ones, pmail if interested.

And I have a bonnet in resonable condition in yellow.