Took a standard Squier CV 70s bass, changed the scratch plate to plain black (ie no white middle), changed the control plate to black with black screws all round. Added a black bridge, black strap locks and changed the pickups to Augilia. Finally changed the knobs to more modern ones.
I've also taken off the gloss finish on the body, plus I sanded back the neck and oiled with burnt linseed oil.