TheTurboRook Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Hi all, just got a nice Xmas bonus from my work. $3,000. I'm wanting to use it to do some upgrades on my car. Thought I'd ask for some opinions. Maybe someone will suggest something I haven't already thought of. It's an '08 automatic. Only upgrade I've done so far is a Cobb AP v3. Bought a CAI and took it out, didn't like how it sounded. So my car is basically a clean slate. I'd like to divide the money up 3 ways. $1k into performance (thinking a new downpipe). $1k into suspension and handling upgrades (sway bar, lowering springs, etc). Then $1k in visual upgrades (window tint, front lip spoiler, etc). If you guys got an unexpected $3k what fun things would you do to your car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Save it for a new short block. You'll thank me later. But if your a gluten for punishment I recommend the following. Power- Catted downpipe (Cobb,Invidia,Grimmspeed etc), V3 Accessport ots stage 2 map or etune, Grimmspeed top mount intercooler. Handling- Koni inserts with swift springs, Cobb/Perrin/whiteline 22mm front 20mm rear sway bars, moog endlinks, whiteline anti lift kit kca334, whiteline front roll center kit kca313 And your out of cash but have a quick car that handles great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Invidia down pipe and tune. Put the rest into a saving account or retirement account. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Send it to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatentWagen Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Hi all, just got a nice Xmas bonus from my work. $3,000. I'm wanting to use it to do some upgrades on my car. Thought I'd ask for some opinions. Maybe someone will suggest something I haven't already thought of. It's an '08 automatic. Only upgrade I've done so far is a Cobb AP v3. Bought a CAI and took it out, didn't like how it sounded. So my car is basically a clean slate. I'd like to divide the money up 3 ways. $1k into performance (thinking a new downpipe). $1k into suspension and handling upgrades (sway bar, lowering springs, etc). Then $1k in visual upgrades (window tint, front lip spoiler, etc). If you guys got an unexpected $3k what fun things would you do to your car? $3,000 for me would be this: Performance - downpipe (400) & custom tune (400) Suspension & Handling - tires (700), swaybars & endlinks (500), fresh bushings (200), springs (300), alignment (100) Aesthetics - tint (300), front lip (100) Brakes - good fluid, pads and SS lines, NAPA or other blanks (400) LW's spec. B / YT / IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 2Fiver Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 That's a healthy bonus, bud. I don't know what you do but...nice work. You'll want a custom tune at stage 2 with the auto. OTS maps are'nt ideal with it. You'll get more enjoyment out of an exhaust than aesthetic mods. The stock wheels look pretty weak on the 08 and that's about the only thing worth improving on with a 17x8 or 18x8 wheel. Good tires too, thanks to LatentWagen. Dip your feet in lightly with the suspension stuff. If you did'nt like the CAI sounds, you might not tolerate a stiffer susp setup either. Depends on the road conditions and climate. No window tint is gangster, save yourself a couple hundo there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snm95ls Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Save it for a rainy day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted December 18, 2016 Share Posted December 18, 2016 Save it 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick4dr Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 Downpipe and Tune, then just enjoy her. Put the rest in savings. or if your fortunate enough to play with all 3k, do your homework and pick out quality parts, A nice Killer Bee Manifold with EWG up pipe, even on stock VF40 will be fun!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dishwasher Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 downpipe and tune, save the rest for a new short block. Brought to you by Pfizer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnyJagaru Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 Spinner rims - definitely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phate Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 Downpipe, tune, and spend the best on maintenance/reliability modifications. If there's something sloppy or starting to wear out in the suspension, replace it with something that's a mild upgrade at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldsoda Posted December 19, 2016 Share Posted December 19, 2016 $3,000 for me would be this: Performance - downpipe (400) & custom tune (400) Suspension & Handling - tires (700), swaybars & endlinks (500), fresh bushings (200), springs (300), alignment (100) Aesthetics - tint (300), front lip (100) Brakes - good fluid, pads and SS lines, NAPA or other blanks (400) ^ I like this plan. I don't know if I'd bother with the front sway, start with doing the rear and endlinks F&R and see if that's enough improvement for you. Then you can either save a bit, or spend it on tint/front lip. Doing the brakes is a smart idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTurboRook Posted December 21, 2016 Author Share Posted December 21, 2016 Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 gluten for punishment. so will this give him the uncontrollable shits? how much gluten will be necessary? GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Three loafs of white bread aught to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LatentWagen Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Three loafs of white bread aught to do. Sounds like someone's making sammiches... LW's spec. B / YT / IG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 2Fiver Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustCallMeNick Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 so will this give him the uncontrollable shits? how much gluten will be necessary? Hah!!! I can't believe I didn't catch that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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