What car has the most available mods?

[Piliper_G]

I'm thinking of getting a car that has tons of easily accessible parts, mods, etc.
I want something under $10K. What car is fairly new and has ample performance, appearance mods available?
The eclipse, civic, WRX come to mind.
What do you think? Supra's are near impossible to find in central Texas.
I'm gonna keep my Elantra, but this is just a side project.

[02_Elantra]

although a lot of people dont like ford ... i'd go for a 1988-1991 mustang 5.0 GT Cobra or something like that ... actually that will be my side project at some point.

[QuickSilverGT]

Forget the Supra, too sought after to really be able to find a running one for $10k but that is such a HOT car. Only car that I think can pull off that high wing it has. The civic has the most aftermarket support at the cheapest price. I like the 92-95 models. you could probably find one with a straight frame and interior for $3k, spend another $3k on the body work (body kit, hood, fender, probably some lambo's too, paint too), spend another $3k on a b16a swap, b18c if you do the work yourself (including axles and whatnot), and you could spend another $1k on misc stuff such as audio, rims, wet kit?

then again you could get a newer model and but you would have less modding money. I don't like the last generation eclipses but the one's prior to that were pretty nice looking. I personally don't like the looks of the WRX but you can't go wrong with the performance it offers.

[Corey Johnson]

i like my elantra but if i could go back i would have bought a 1999 eclipse gsx, theyre pretty cool looking i think and they are an AWD turbo. Then you wouldnt have to spend a buttload of money putting a turbo in you could just boost the psi of the turbo and add some other mods as well.

[Piliper_G]

i like my elantra but if i could go back i would have bought a 1999 eclipse gsx, theyre pretty cool looking i think and they are an AWD turbo. Then you wouldnt have to spend a buttload of money putting a turbo in you could just boost the psi of the turbo and add some other mods as well.

Yeah, this is more in line with what I was thinking. Something not older than a '95 or '96 and possibly with a turbo.
Elantra's are great, but finding parts sucks.

[NY2002ElantraGT]

Tiburon..... I hate Civics, but Honda parts grow on trees, so do mustang parts. an old 5.0 would be great, but i feel you have a be a certain type of person to drive a mustang, and i will never be that guy. Have you looked into VW? GTI's up to 98 have lots of available mods. those are my suggestions.

[soullesselantra]

is it just me, or did someone forget camaros/firebirds...a SBC has more aftermarket (not by much anymore tho) than a SBF does...

[BobMs_wht2k2]

2000-2003 Grand Am's have tons of aftermarket support and starting with a 200hp V6 doesn't hurt either. Tons of Aftermarket support.

2000-02 Camaro/Firebird. LS1 is unbeatable in performance either stock or with bolt ons.

99-03 GM trucks, Reg cab Short bed trucks can go FAST if put on a turbo. I believe Parish's truck (04 C1500 with a 6.0L turbo) is running low 10's, high 9's and is a daily driven truck.

[evan938]

if you want a huge cheap aftermarket, get a honda. my buddy had a early 90s crx, b16 motor, built it up n/a and was running 13's n/a.

[Kens GLS]

Yeah those CRX are soo easy to mod plus the weight of those cars is a big help.Me and my cuz were messing with one is his SRT4 and that little CRX was pretty quick!

[QuickSilverGT]

I didn't mention the domestic vehicles because from what he listed it didn't seem as if that was the way he wanted to go. The cheapest way to go fast would definitely be with a Mustang, Camaro, or Firebird though. The gains from NA mods to those vehicles are insane. I/H/E and your running in the 13's... makes me wonder why I even bother with imports and then I remember you'd also be getting about 10 mpg so it makes me feel better.

[Piliper_G]

Yeah, I am not interested in camero's, firebirds, mustangs...

Is the GTI a Jetta?

[Mad_Hatter]

i entered 2 crx's in a demo derby 2 years ago...

on topic: i would go honda if yur looking for an aftermarket the size of texas, but if it were me, i would start on a hot-rod...good aftermarket and 1000x more satisfaction when you complete it. Chevelles, novas, mustangs, and anything dodge put a hemi in are hot right now.
-bill

[soullesselantra]

would a V8 converted Pinto or Pacer be considered a sport compact? :D :D :D :D :D :D

[ilanpro]

CIVIC and Integras take the cake in this day and age

[Cypher]

**** the honda and acura. i will never get one of those because they are torqueless. a lawnmower has more torque hahah. get a 99 grand prix GTP. supercharged v6 with 230 hp and 265 lbs. mod that and go fast!

[Mad_Hatter]

laugh at the v8 pinto, my dads buddy built one back in the 80's...3 weeks later, he wrapped it aroud a telephone pole out of a hole shot, lost control. thank god he is alive to tell the tale. He had to extend the front end by 9 inches to make it fit, i believe he hacked up the firewall too, it was a 429ci. I had an 84 chevette that i dropped a small block into, those little things can be pushed to the max man.
-bill

[toymachine566]

Yeah, I am not interested in camero's, firebirds, mustangs...

Is the GTI a Jetta?
gti = golf

[seguin22]

Get the grand prix GTP I have one and everytime you get on the gas you will be surprised.

[SWortham]

I don't know if you would autocross this car, but if so I'd also suggest a Civic for that pricerange. Just look into the older 2-door Civic Si's. They can clean up in the STS class.

[05ElantraHB]

I say a Grand Prix GTP also, just watch out for KR if you mod the car. I had one with lots of mods, put out about 350 WHP and 400 WTK ;)

[03SilverBullet]

I would say the civic or integra.

[seguin22]

yea KR sucks but at least its easily fixed with exhaust mods and an intercooler( the scantool is very important to watch that KR :D )

[soullesselantra]

KR? i think i missed the bus...what does Kenny Rogers have to do with a GTP?

[evan938]

what you guys suggesting the GTP are forgetting is the title..."what car has the most available mods"? get a civic and boost it to 600whp, even if the torque is low at 400 for that much hp, 400 ft/lb torque is a lot.

[03SilverBullet]

what you guys suggesting the GTP are forgetting is the title..."what car has the most available mods"? get a civic and boost it to 600whp, even if the torque is low at 400 for that much hp, 400 ft/lb torque is a lot.
Thats what im saying.. I dont think there is ANY car out there that has as much aftermarket mods available for it then the civic or intergra.

[korai9989]

the mustang probably has by far the most performance parts, upgrades, aftermarket altogether...

[03SilverBullet]

the mustang probably has by far the most performance parts, upgrades, aftermarket altogether...
Thats true for the American car.. But I was talking about imports.

[soullesselantra]

so can someone PLEASE tell me what KR is and why Kenny Rogers is in a GTP?

[BobMs_wht2k2]

I dunno, I think the 88-98 GM trucks has got all of them beat hands down. Engines from 1955-2007 all fit, there are 4 billion options for suspensions, not to mention exterior upgrades. . . .yeah if you want available parts and up grades you should quit wasting time looking for a car.

[Piliper_G]

I think I found one in my area I'm interested in.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=199711316&dealer_id=57704481&car_year=1994&mod_bookmark_id=null&search_type=both&num_records=&make=HONDA&distance=25&model=CIVIC&address=78759&certified=&advanced=&max_price=&bkms=1152160042753&min_price=&end_year=2000&start_year=1981&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=14

[03SilverBullet]

I think I found one in my area I'm interested in.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=199711316&dealer_id=57704481&car_year=1994&mod_bookmark_id=null&search_type=both&num_records=&make=HONDA&distance=25&model=CIVIC&address=78759&certified=&advanced=&max_price=&bkms=1152160042753&min_price=&end_year=2000&start_year=1981&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=14
8k for that? LOL

[BobMs_wht2k2]

Wait, I'm confused. I thought you said you wanted something fast? And $8500 of a 12 year old Honduh is rediculous.

[Cypher]

what you guys suggesting the GTP are forgetting is the title..."what car has the most available mods"? get a civic and boost it to 600whp, even if the torque is low at 400 for that much hp, 400 ft/lb torque is a lot.

do not get a honda or acura. get a GTP or gsx. just because they don't have the "most mods" doesn't mean you can't find tons of options for them.

[BobMs_wht2k2]

Don't forget, peak hp numbers mean absolutely squat on the street in real world driving. Anyone remember the Achieva SCX? 195hp Quad 4 that made peak power at 7000 rpms. Of course it made now power from idle- 6800rpms. They were absolutely appalling to drive day to day.

[QuickSilverGT]

No on so many ways. I'm fine with buying a Honda, I actually encourage it. But don't may someone elses modded car. You mod a car to make it unique to you. Buying someone elses "uniqueness" is just plain gay. That and $8k is nuts, might as well look for a

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=204383395&dealer_id=58040129&car_year=1994&mod_bookmark_id=null&search_type=both&num_records=100&make=MAZDA&distance=0&model=RX7&address=32514&certified=&advanced=&max_price=9000&bkms=1152237074997&min_price=100&end_year=2007&start_year=1981&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=312

or

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=204838183&dealer_id=58072594&car_year=1993&mod_bookmark_id=null&search_type=both&num_records=100&make=MAZDA&distance=0&model=RX7&address=32514&certified=&advanced=&max_price=9000&bkms=1152237074997&min_price=100&end_year=2007&start_year=1981&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=1765

or

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=200008775&dealer_id=57724989&car_year=1986&mod_bookmark_id=null&search_type=both&num_records=100&make=CHEV&distance=0&model=CORV&address=32514&certified=&advanced=&max_price=9000&bkms=1152237074997&min_price=100&end_year=1995&start_year=1981&isp=y&lang=en&cardist=788

[Piliper_G]

Wait, I'm confused. I thought you said you wanted something fast? And $8500 of a 12 year old Honduh is rediculous.

I'm sure he would take a lot less. Also, 170 HP in a car like that isn't bad. Plus, it's only got 50K miles.

[Mad_Hatter]

dude, CORVETTE...you know piliper, the vette gets em; wet ;-)
-bill

[Guess]

Nissan 240sx would be my vote.

[soullesselantra]

8k for that? LOL
one selling point is the JDM B16 powerplant...but then again, i could get that in USDM trim with less HP in a VTEC trim del Sol...

KR? i think i missed the bus...what does Kenny Rogers have to do with a GTP?


will someone PLEASE...for the third time...lol...tell me what KR stands for...

[Piliper_G]

dude, CORVETTE...you know piliper, the vette gets em; wet ;-)
-bill

I'll have to share that with my wife. Maybe I will. It could do a lot for our marriage. :D

Nissan 240sx would be my vote.

Does that have a lot of available upgrades?

[03SilverBullet]

I'm sure he would take a lot less. Also, 170 HP in a car like that isn't bad. Plus, it's only got 50K miles.
These civic guys replace the cluster all the time, I dont believe that car has only 50k on it.

[Piliper_G]

These civic guys replace the cluster all the time, I dont believe that car has only 50k on it.

Probably 50 on that engine or something.

I'm know leaning more towards an integra.

[wagonofhell]

just get a 240sx body for like 2-400 and drop a black top sr20 into it.

[BobMs_wht2k2]

Hmm. . . .someone needs to teach these kids about a little something honduh has never made. It's called torque.

[seguin22]

Souless KR stands for knock retard which the 3800 supercharged powerplant found in GM cars have a problem with once you start modding them, It can be fixed by an intercooler changing cam colder plugs and exhaust mods. Basically it is when the knock sensor retards ignition timing because the motor is seeing detonation.

[QuickSilverGT]

If you wanna go for the total sleeper look then go for the mid 90's pontiac bonneville ssei. They are supercharged, have overhead displays, and just screams GRANDMA. But they do haul. I've seen one spank a civic, and had the same one pull away from me in my 4.3 s10. Neither speed demons by any means but caught me off guard.

[Piliper_G]

I'm probably leaning towards getting an early 2000's Integra. I can get one for under 10K and have a lot of money after I sell my SUV for upgrades.

The only other option is a WRX. I had a Subaru when I lived in Alaska and loved it. It's a lot more, but they are awesome cars.

[southpawboston]

you can find 4-5 year old mazda protege5's for under $10k, and the aftermarket support is very good for those. plus there are a lot of internet forums for mazdas.

[Piliper_G]

just get a 240sx body for like 2-400 and drop a black top sr20 into it.

I've been reading a lot about the revival of the 240SX due to the drifting fad.
There is one in my area that has a Silvia front end conversion and a turbo kit. Here is the link:
http://austin.craigslist.org/car/170873114.html

I think the price is high and it needs a paint job, but it could be a sweet ride.

The problem is I need a daily driver. I'm not how sure a 15 year old car would hold up on my commute.

[Kenshin]

Thought about getting an older (pre-2000 or so) Subie Impreza 2.5RS and twin-turboing it? :D Reliable, great handling AWD car, with the potential to be SERIOUSLY fast. Or, if reliability isn't such a concern, there's always the beloved VW Corrado G60 with the Lysholm SC conversion... That's a damn fast and SWEET LOOKING car. Total money pit, though. :rolleyes:

[SWortham]

^ The old 2-door Impreza RS's are sweet. They're some of the lightest AWD cars you can buy. It would make a great rallycross car.

[biggiejerseys]

Civcs, Accords & Supras have like every aftermarket part available...I would have gotten a Civic, but my dad wouldn't let me get anything older than an '01 and couldn't find anything that fit my budget.

[CTele02]

my cousin is looking to get a 2000 civic si with 125miles... the place has it listed as 8900 and it looks in pretty good condition... and civics have every aftermarket mod you can think of...

[catch22]

Imports tend to be a little more pricey... subaru, acura, etc. But, it ultimately depends what you like... go mods or appearance mods? You like RWD?

I'd say an LS1 F-body is a good choice. I'm far from a ford guy but some people like em. A 5.0 foxbody might be a good choice too.

For FWD? I dunno, an SRT4? I'm not much of an import fellow, so those are my domestic suggestions, in that order.

The interiors on these cars are all subpar, but you get what you pay for. Fairly cheap horsepower. If you would put up an extra 5k, you could get an 04 GTO.

Yum.