elmed661

i want a heads up on what to do to my 350z. i Got myself a 1500 budget this week. What would you guys do ?

my car is completely stock i want to make it look good lol or be fast. help anyone

i want like a aggresive look to it or something

the car has about 50k car it's a virgin lol manual transmission. for now im more into trying to get a nice setup for it and a nice height as well. after that the performance obviously.

winchman

First thing to do is post a picture of your car along with its year, trim, miles, transmission type, etc. We need to know what you're working with. It would also help to know your level of experience and expertise in working on cars.

Koolsilver

Just giving you a heads up that like most forums, with this one being no exception, people do not like when you post something that has been gone over many times before. So just be ready for some not so friendly comments.

Anyways, I don't really mind since I have nothing better to do. As the above poster said, knowing more information will definitely help us. Also you really should decide what your priority is; whether it be engine upgrades, suspension upgrades, exterior appearance, interior, sound, etc. Unfortunately $1,500 does not go very far with these cars.

NoQuestionZ

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$1500? I would buy my base model a legit diff with 4.08 gears. Done.

If you have a functioning VLSD then I would go sway bars and a used legit exhaust. Then pocket the left overs for wheels/tires in the future.

If you're looking for something looks wise getting wheels/tires will change the look of your car but you're looking at decent used sets if you shop around.

As koolsilver said (even with a low post count he/she has some knowledgeable advice) Please don't ask any more questions answered a billion times.

Welcome to the board!

FairladyBlue

first of, you need some fresh dents and scratches so you can look like you've been somewhere and done some things..
breakin the body.. take a stick and start hitting the car then throw rocks at it

Phenom

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Dragon paint job

travlee

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1500 wont get you anything sir.....i got about 8k in my car right now

djake

With a limited budget you need to figure out if you'd rather make it look good or be fast(er). But I'd say spoiler/used wheels would change the appearance and could make it look nice.

WYZIWYG

Doggman9

Ha, really? this forum nev.. wait, always* disappoints.

I would suggest a true dual exhaust to get that VQ purr'n the way it should but wheels would probably make the biggest difference if you care about its appearance. Only problem is you'll need tires which is gonna be more $$.

travlee

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okay, let me say it this way.... wont get you much

abarclay

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well played sir

Window tint is always first mod on my list

Phenom

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Starting from scratch, I recommend buying mods in this order:

1. Coilovers
2. Sway bars
3. Wheels/tires
4. Exhaust
5. Test pipes

Beyond that, whatever your little heart desires. $1500 should get you #1, and that's about it. Unless you do it the cheap way.

travlee

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pic of the car would be nice

lifekenophobic

I say leave the Z stock, and put that $1,500 towards an English class.

pyshin

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People have 350Z's in Bakersfield?

Nismo350z#0310

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$1,500 wont really get you much. You could do knockoff volks and some eibach sportline lower springs. That would look decent.

Don't bother with bolt-ons. Unless you put in +$12k and go FI it' just a waste of money. My build cost more than that.

sportline springs:



varrsteon wheels:

Jah70

Get one of the electric superchargers. You'll get about 30 or 40 to the wheels
http://www.electricsupercharger.com/

Also one of these would make your car sound cool
http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/371071032662?lpid=82
+1 on the dragon vinyl

Anthony's Automoeteeve Tuning nd Stiling in New Joisey is also a good place to help install and tune these parts. The owner is a master meckanic from Rutggers so you'll be in the best hands with excellent customer service.

http://www.tuningandstyling.com/

radiocrash

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I was able to manage full exhaust (everything but headers) and a tune for $1,500. Just be smart about where you shop. Take a look at the private classified section frequently, and if you're buying new go through one of our forum vendors. They have pretty good deals.

JoshLarson

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+1 for this. Definitely a must have for any aspiring racer.