Seriously!?

[ny27la]

Just curious, am I the only one that can't afford to mod my car like everyone else!? I mean I've even seen people my age (18) and younger, modding their cars to the extreme! Anyone else out there feel left out a bit?

[SIM Curly]

Originally Posted by ny27la

Just curious, am I the only one that can't afford to mod my car like everyone else!? I mean I've even seen people my age (18) and younger, modding their cars to the extreme! Anyone else out there feel left out a bit?

It will come eventually im actually pretty surprised at the stuff i've been able to do to my car all it takes is time.

[speeddemon69]

yesw we are in the same boat i see people talking about spending 2k to 12k on mods when i can berly afford my insurance and my payments when they come cause their on almost the same date

[PQ]

I was 38 before I could buy and mod my dream car. which is this one.

I've had a family and had to be responsible and practical.

It is what it is. Keep at it and you'll get your chance. But there are rich kids out there.

[midnighter]

I have had mine for 2 1/2 years and all I've modded is two things inside and 3 on the outside. Age wise I am pushing 40, but pretty tight on mod money right now because my house and new job training come before shit for the car.

[Taintedveins]

Originally Posted by SIM Curly

It will come eventually im actually pretty surprised at the stuff i've been able to do to my car all it takes is time.

I know what you mean, I don't get bigger things done all at once, it took me about a year to get new rims and an exhaust, my biggest advice would be to do some small things when you can't afford the bigger things, something as simple as blacking out your bowties can give you the same satisfaction as getting a new exhaust. Well it was for me :P

Just buck up and look everywhere, I probably browse for new things every 2 weeks and then put them on my list. which is ever growing but some of my original desires no longer appeal to me. like halos....

[CUPRA]

Nope, I am in the same boat as you... and 20 years older! However, like others, I have a mortgage and a family to support and a wonderful 15 month old son!

When I get time, I do small mods here and there... I didn't have a problem buying a $300 K&N intake for my SS - however, right now, even tho my wife gave me $100 on our anniversary for the SLP side gill decals, I am having a hard time justifying $60 for a set of stickers!

Might have to save that $100 and put it towards a Heritage grill later down the line!

[Amenti]

Some mods are cheaper than others; but, some of the most effective power mods for the V6 are also the cheapest. Do some research in the V6 bolt-ons forum and you'll see some good stuff. It won't be flashy; but, you'll feel the difference.

If you're talking about crazy appearance mods....I've never cared for them anyway!

[SIM Curly]

Originally Posted by Taintedveins

I know what you mean, I don't get bigger things done all at once, it took me about a year to get new rims and an exhaust, my biggest advice would be to do some small things when you can't afford the bigger things, something as simple as blacking out your bowties can give you the same satisfaction as getting a new exhaust. Well it was for me :P

Just buck up and look everywhere, I probably browse for new things every 2 weeks and then put them on my list. which is ever growing but some of my original desires no longer appeal to me. like halos....

My first mod was going to be new rims but at the same price I could get 2 things (Axle-backs and CAI) so i went with more mods over 1.

[Nutro]

Yeah right! I had some leftover cash from selling my truck so I bought wheels, CAI, exhaust etc etc and a few other things while I can afford it. My ass is broke now.

[Taintedveins]

Originally Posted by SIM Curly

My first mod was going to be new rims but at the same price I could get 2 things (Axle-backs and CAI) so i went with more mods over 1.

I went with a cheaper set of rims that I found at surprisingly a pepboys lmao. They looked how I wanted and were better then the steelies. Wouldn't go back on them but I would like to upgrade one day. I couldn't justify spending 1k on rims or more, just way to expensive!

[PQ]

Actually now that I think about it, even though mine is heavily moded performance and style wise I think the same about some others. Twin Turbo 427 with all forged everything. There will always be someone with more money to spend.

[L99CAMA2011]

Originally Posted by PQ

I was 38 before I could buy and mod my dream car. which is this one.

I've had a family and had to be responsible and practical.

It is what it is. Keep at it and you'll get your chance. But there are rich kids out there.

Honestly PQ I thought you were like 35 now LOL. You guys are making me feel bad, I mod my car every week and sometimes I buy 2 or even 3 items like a rich lady in a fashion store that just have to have everything.

[LimaCharlie]

Don't worry about the mods. You are 18 years old with a 2012 Camaro. 99.9% of kids your age are not fortunate enough to be in a new Camaro.