The journey of restoring my 04 Honda City

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-25 16:48:41 +0500 #21

Here are a few sneak peaks of the champ- lights being reinstalled and the number plates.

Just want to build up the excitement before I lay down the complete pictures of the After. Do let me know if would like me to share the 0 to 60km/h acceleration later on!

rajaahmed96 (Ahmed ) 2021-06-25 21:39:06 +0500 #22

Ensure engine runs on optimum temperature, thermostat should be installed and coolant should be used. Make sure radiator and water pump are in good nick. Use 10W30 engine oil next time. I hope it serves you a long time.

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-25 21:56:34 +0500 #23

I have used 5w30 shell semi synthetic oil, thermostat has always been present and used. There was a leak in the radiator which has been recently fixed so I have used water to see if there is any reduction. I will be adding coolant next week after a good radiator service.

LX_AFFAN (Affan) 2021-06-26 09:17:41 +0500 #24

Keeeeep the pictures coming. Loving the look of the car now.

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-26 23:42:03 +0500 #25

Comparison of the before:

Here is the reveal of the interior after, more to come soon!

aziz.rehan (Rehan Aziz) 2021-06-26 23:50:51 +0500 #26

Install clutch pedal cover

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-27 01:25:30 +0500 #27

Great suggestion!
Will definitely do that as well and share.

LX_AFFAN (Affan) 2021-06-27 06:22:04 +0500 #28

Get these for the knobs. They look so much better. I have ordered them and installed them in my car.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32830823208.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.20c64c4dyVP7ht

LX_AFFAN (Affan) 2021-06-27 06:26:54 +0500 #29

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-27 13:12:21 +0500 #30

Here are the pictures after the paintjob and polishing is completed. There are a few things which were to be added such as mudguards, reverse camera, seat covers , stitching of the gear knob leather (previous one worn out) and floor to be covered to protect old carpets.

LX_AFFAN (Affan) 2021-06-27 18:43:22 +0500 #31

looks pretty good but whats wrong with the back bumper?

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-27 19:27:24 +0500 #32

Bolt on that side was not fitted at that time, after it was then the bumper became set in place.

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2021-06-27 20:04:36 +0500 #33

I reach to an end as I share the final outcome of this project. It was very time consuming and demanding but the outcome was worth the wait and all the effort. Do take a moment and comment your thoughts and share to anyone whom this may help!

humayun.chughtai.7 (Humayun Azhar Chughtai) 2021-06-28 00:36:45 +0500 #34

A brief restoration thread. Loved your hard work & dedication. The car came out really decent.

fury316 (fury316) 2021-06-28 09:13:16 +0500 #35

@LX_AFFAN brother from where can i buy the knob stickers (direction, 1,2,3,4)

alisherazy040743 (Ali Sherazi) 2021-06-28 10:37:34 +0500 #36

Hi, great

990 (Muneeb Mendhro) 2021-06-28 11:38:32 +0500 #37

MaShaAllah great work done, although I’m not a fan of this specific city but your project is quite interesting. Keep it up man.

khanhasnain1978 (khanhasnain1978) 2022-10-11 11:37:05 +0500 #38

Hello, brother how much total cost you pay for your car including everything please inform for my better understandings.

Thanks

murtazamohammad54 (Murtaza Muhammad) 2022-10-16 11:41:18 +0500 #39

@khanhasnain1978 Roughly 200k, In which it included engine swap (35k), new oem shock absorbers (45k) other mechanical work, cosmetic and bodywork in 80k~

krafiq (krafiq) 2022-10-16 14:16:20 +0500 #40

Where did you buy the OEM shocks from? Honda 3S or some shop?