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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:00 PM
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$300 burning a hole in my pocket.....

I need something to buy. I just bought the PIAA 540 driving lights off of ebay for $200, but I have another $300 I MUST SPEND! Here is the stuff I already have so we dont say anything I already have:

pulley, unichip, magnaflow, air diverter, alta intake, control arms, rear sway bar, springs, short shifter

NOW WHAT? I hate chrome so please dont say anything chrome.... Im doing as much black on my car as possible to contrast the PW... already have tinted windows, taillights & sidemarkers, aero grills, and the M7 grill.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:02 PM
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Decent speakers?
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:03 PM
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Ive got the H/K system and I am happy with it. Good reccomendation tho
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:26 PM
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Rip out the interior and install dynamat everywhere.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:27 PM
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Doing that later this year once I get all of the engine work done :D Changin out the seats too
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:36 PM
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NEVER MIND!

Have FUN!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:38 PM
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Well fine, shoot down my ideas :smile:.

OK, couple more:
really nice brake pads
slotted rotors
nice 2way alarm system
remote start
GPS navigation system
small subwoofer
full professional detail
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by onasled
Well...... I'd say that the eBay purchase was an impulse buy ....??

Would not where I would have spent $300 with firsts, but that is besides the point now I guess.

Hmmm, $300. Well, what do you want to do, speed, handling, bling?

Handling I'd go with a set of H-sport springs @ $225 and then with the H-sport 22mm rear sway bar @ $230. Oooppss, too bad you spent that $$ on the lights ...

Speed? Absolutly the first thing I's do is the pulley @ $119. Then the Alta CAI @ $225.

This all depends though on weather or not you can do the work.

I'd also recomend the Alta short shifter, but I really feel that this should be do when you replace your catback because it has to come off to do the shifter anyway.

Have FUN!!!!!!!!!!
the guy already has pulley, and springs and sway bar :smile:

300 bucks ... u can probably go with a chip upgrade with a catch can and coil pack.. probably add some wires too.. might be a bit over though
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:40 PM
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cyo2 sprayer?

painted dash?

ummmm carbon fiber bonnet...there is one on ebay for 299 I think

ummm carbon down tubes.....I can think of more if you like...LOL
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:41 PM
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onasled, JCampos has already done the mods you listed! I'd say some fun graphics could be added!


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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:43 PM
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onasled, JCampos has already done the mods you listed! ....


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Yea, yea yeahhhh. I already see that .
Guess I'm a lazy reader ...
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 07:50 PM
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Put it into your brakes. New pads, stainless steel brake lines. Get rid of the dust, and a firmer pedal. Maybe some caliper paint:smile:
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:00 PM
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Send me the $300 and I'll make you a Mod.

j/k
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:05 PM
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Oh, Ive got EBC pads already. The rotors are a bit over $400 so thats out of the question. I already have a chip upgrade (unichip).... O like the coilpack + plugs/wires idea tho. Maybe Ill do that + the catch can. Does anyone have the PIAA silicone wipers? I need new blades so maybe I just upgrade the whole thing.

The ebay buy was not impluse, it was well researched. Most sell this kit for $300+, I found it for $188 + $10 shipping
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:06 PM
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asodestom, I plan on doing a BBK early next year after I get my wheels so I dont think Ill do brake upgrades yet. Good idea though
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:15 PM
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Send me the $300 and I'll make you a Mod.

j/k
Only $300? I've been robbed! j/k!

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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:16 PM
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JCampos, I believe that hafid has some great aftermarket silicone wipers. You might want to PM him and ask about them! New wipers are a definite must!


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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:23 PM
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Open your wallet a little wider and get some nice tires.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 08:38 PM
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Give it to charity, this time of year $300 could feed a help out alot of people not to mention make you feel pretty good about it.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 09:02 PM
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HAHA! Already have Kumho Ecsta Supra 712s on ym S-Lites and a set or Rota Sub Zero's in Black coming at the end of the month
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Prw3
Give it to charity, this time of year $300 could feed a help out alot of people not to mention make you feel pretty good about it.
I am already donating money
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 09:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Prw3
Give it to charity, this time of year $300 could feed a help out alot of people not to mention make you feel pretty good about it.
The Rick Anderson MINI fund is accepting donations. Just joking. This is a great idea.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 10:12 PM
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 10:12 PM
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Send me a Christmas gift so I can start buying stuff for my Mini, whenever it gets here!

Other than that, why not a nice armrest? I know they dont cost over $300.
 
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Old Dec 7, 2004 | 10:58 PM
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MINI Schroth Racing harness...the one that just clips into the factory belt tensioners. With the pads it would come out just below 300 bones.
 
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