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Old 29-03-2006, 04:52 PM   #1
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hey guys got an "x" amount of money sitting in bank account and the likes but cant decide on what to do with it

should i go with:

1: Jim mock extractors and a 2.5" exhaust system

2: Rims and new tyres ( possible Au2 17" or ef/el xr6 16")

3: Get some touch ups done on the body and bumpers

4: Pay off debts owed to olds

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Old 29-03-2006, 04:56 PM   #2
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hmm debt first...but if you want to spend $$ on your car id do the following;

Full service...are you sure EVERYTHING is working right? No point having a car with only half the stuff working, then worry about mods.

For example, if your shocks are leaking, then you might aswell upgrade them and lower your car at the same time.
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Old 29-03-2006, 05:01 PM   #3
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I had 5-6 k to spnd on a Dev5 kit but i owed my olds some cash from a rather large speeding fine.....so i paid them in full and settled for a Dev2.

and yes important to spend the money on broken things first.

I have decided to stop trying to make a long stroke 4L motor go fast...its not going to happen.

Im going to drop and 3.2L BMW M3 motor in it with the standard 6 speed box.
That will fix it. :
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Old 29-03-2006, 05:04 PM   #4
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haha vegabass I agree..no matter how much money I spend on my engine its still not going to be fast.

Im going for comfortable and stylish rather than pace I think.
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Although I must add that I intend to get a full exhaust system for the noise and slight fuel consumption benefits.
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Old 29-03-2006, 05:08 PM   #6
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yeah all good points

if ur not that worried about it going real fast...just make it look real HOT TO TOUCH :thebirds:

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Old 29-03-2006, 06:28 PM   #7
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Another vote for debts. It's just a burden that feels good to get rid of, and later on you will be able to mod your car guilt free
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cheers guys im thinkin bout paying off the olds then come the mods hopefully


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well then perhaps do both...for now just do the exhaust and with the rest pay back your parents.
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^^^ that'd be the way to go, as polyal said...You'll be loving it when your modding and debt free!
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