Best Mod under $200

[mrspindlelegs]

I'm not certain if this fits everybody's definition of a "mod" but upgrading the factory wheel studs to ARP-grade studs for ~ $120 may qualify.

[Submarinesonce]

Originally Posted by mrspindlelegs

I'm not certain if this fits everybody's definition of a "mod" but upgrading the factory wheel studs to ARP-grade studs for ~ $120 may qualify.

that's not a bad idea

[TheRoops]

I don't think any of the mods on this forum could be bought for less than $200. I mean it's not like they have high standards, they're just so opportunistic.

[norcalpb]

I like driver mods that change how the car feels when you drive it:


Intake pipe/filter - $150 (improves throttle response)
Brake master cylinder brace - $100 (improves braking feel)
MTEC shifter springs, clutch spring, rear shifter bushing, front shifter bushings -$120 (improves shifter and clutch feel)
Cusco gas pedal - $50 (improves heel-toe ability)
Perrin steering rack lockdowns - $80 (improves steering feel)

[LudwigMiles]

Originally Posted by norcalpb

I like driver mods that change how the car feels when you drive it:


Intake pipe/filter - $150 (improves throttle response)
Brake master cylinder brace - $100 (improves braking feel)
MTEC shifter springs, clutch spring, rear shifter bushing, front shifter bushings -$120 (improves shifter and clutch feel)
Cusco gas pedal - $50 (improves heel-toe ability)
Perrin steering rack lockdowns - $80 (improves steering feel)

In a word, placebo.

[norcalpb]

Originally Posted by LudwigMiles

In a word, placebo.

Which one?

[HKz]

track lessons?

[mrg666]

First mod you can do that makes a difference in driving is tires. So, start saving your money by putting that $200 aside until you can replace the tires. If you want to replace the wheels as well, don't buy tires until you decide on the wheels; replace them together starting from ~$1000.

The next change that makes a difference in driving, if it is legal in your state, is replacing the exhaust header. You can do that without tune starting from ~$700 as well.

And, you can do the followings for around/under $200 if you do yourself. These make a difference for your reliability and/or performance:
Mishimoto oil catch can
replace the brake pads with stoptechs
install OEM STI oil cooler
replace brake fluid

I don't care enough about anything else to recommend before a supercharger upgrade which starts at $5000.

Catbacks, cold air intakes, K&N air filters, etc. are just fancy mods that actually don't make much difference in performance.

Aesthetic mods are personal and can be cheap or expensive. You can do anything you want.

Be careful with too many mods since their cost can be higher than the out-of-pocket price with reduced resale value of your car.

[Tcoat]

Originally Posted by mrg666

First mod you can do that makes a difference in driving is tires. So, start saving your money by putting that $200 aside until you can replace the tires. If you want to replace the wheels as well, don't buy tires until you decide on the wheels; replace them together starting from ~$1000.

The next change that makes a difference in driving, if it is legal in your state, is replacing the exhaust header. You can do that without tune starting from ~$700 as well.

And, you can do the followings for around/under $200 if you do yourself. These make a difference for your reliability and/or performance:
Mishimoto oil catch can
replace the brake pads with stoptechs
install OEM STI oil cooler
replace brake fluid

I don't care enough about anything else to recommend before a supercharger upgrade which starts at $5000.

Catbacks, cold air intakes, K&N air filters, etc. are just fancy mods that actually don't make much difference in performance.

Aesthetic mods are personal and can be cheap or expensive. You can do anything you want.

Be careful with too many mods since their cost can be higher with reduced resale value of your car.

Since this thread apparently started about stickers I think you are way out of the league!

[mrg666]

Originally Posted by Tcoat

Since this thread apparently started about stickers I think you are way out of the league!

LOL, I didn't realize that. $200 for decals?

[BaatLuk]

Tough crowd but I'll add my 2 cents. For $200, I'd get a Fumoto valve (if you change your own oil, which you should) and a set of OEM JDM side markers and do the turn signal mod. Maybe a window tint if you live in a sunny state.

[gravitylover]

I'll second the fumoto valve. I'd add a good tire gauge a comfortable pair of driving shoes and a few tanks of gas to burn on twisty roads. Learn to really drive the car...

[pkolanko]

The original post was asking about mods and links to these mods. I stated that I haven't done anything besides tint and some decals. The trolls then came out to play. I made this thread to find out some inexpensive ideas that makes your car even better. Things such as the center arm rest come to mind. Oh well, sorry I asked for advice lol

[pkolanko]

Originally Posted by BaatLuk

Tough crowd but I'll add my 2 cents. For $200, I'd get a Fumoto valve (if you change your own oil, which you should) and a set of OEM JDM side markers and do the turn signal mod. Maybe a window tint if you live in a sunny state.

I felt the window tint was money extremely well spent. I have a white series.blue and with all the black accents, the tint really makes the whole car pop.