Seat Leon FR Monza: Modifying A Limited Edition

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Ivan Pepe 

Seat leon 1p fr limited edition Monza 

Instagram: @Ivan_stance_

From Puglia with Passion

I’m Ivan, a car enthusiast from Puglia, Italy. Since I was a kid, I was always into Hot Wheels, but my real passion for Stance and tuning didn’t take off until I was older. It all began thanks to my uncle. He introduced me to the car scene and started taking me to events. I had gone through some rough times, including bullying and an accident that stemmed from it. That period of my life was dark, but my uncle encouraged me to channel that pain into something I loved—cars.

That encouragement changed everything.

The Seat Leon 1P FR Limited Edition Monza

The car I own today once belonged to my uncle. It’s a 2009 Seat Leon 1P FR Monza Limited Edition, and it’s more than just a car—it’s part of our shared history. My uncle had a serious motorcycle accident that left him unable to walk. Here in Italy, he’s fairly well-known—not just because of the accident, but because of who he is and this very car. When he handed it down to me, it wasn’t just a transfer of ownership; it was the passing of a legacy.

Driving this car is always an emotional experience. It has a 250 hp turbo diesel engine and so many custom touches that make it truly unique. Everywhere I go, people recognize it. It’s a rolling tribute to resilience and passion.

What Makes This Seat Leon Stand Out

This build isn’t just about looks; it’s a complete transformation from factory to full custom. From the fiberglass wide-body kit to the custom exhaust and interior, every inch of the car has a story.

Exterior Modifications

• Fiberglass front widenings with a modified front bumper

• Complete Supercopa body kit (all fiberglass)

• Abarth 500 rear diffuser

• Custom black rear lights

• Full handcrafted exhaust with dual 90mm lateral exits

• Orange German-style position LEDs

• Underbody LED lighting with control switches

Engine & Performance

• Replaced engine (same model, verified at 130,000 km)

• Oversized GTD1760 turbo with upgraded wastegate

• Custom oversized exhaust manifolds

• Full custom exhaust system

• BC Racing suspension

• Braking system sourced from Alfa Romeo Giulia 4-piston calipers

• Single-mass flywheel and upgraded clutch

• Upgraded intercooler

• BC Racing intake

Wheels & Handling

• 18x9J Haxer wheels with +35 offset

• Front spacers for aggressive stance

Audio & Electrical System

• Fully custom Pride audio system

• Dual gel batteries (3000W+ each)

• 100% copper power cables

• Amplifiers for subwoofers and woofers

• 38cm subwoofer and 20cm woofers

• Custom tweeter setup in the pillars

• Voltmeter and temp control for system monitoring

• Increased alternator for audio stability

• Wooden amp rack in the trunk, preserving spare wheel access

Interior Mods

• Blacked-out interior panels, roof lining, and pillars

• Bucket sport seats with FR stitching

• Golf R-adapted steering wheel

• Rare Pioneer stereo unit

• FR-branded carpet mats

• Dual toggle switches for stereo and underbody LEDs

• Rear-view camera with front and rear parking sensors

• Turbo boost gauge

Who Built This Masterpiece?

I did a lot of the work myself, but I also had help from professional car electricians and body mechanics. Next month, I’ll be returning to SkidderGarage to touch up the wide-body modifications.

Future Plans for the Build

I’m planning to upgrade to inverted-channel wheels that better fit the car’s aggressive stance. Right now, I use spacers, but ideally, I want perfect fitment. I’m also considering installing an air suspension system to dial in the ride height and comfort.

Dream Cars in My Sight

I have a few dream builds in mind:

• Chrysler 300C SRT8

• Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Edition

...and more! Hahaha. The dream never ends when you love cars like I do.

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