Honestly, I think most exhaust prices are absurd. I'd rather pay a shop to weld in an x, a couple of mufflers, and some tips. Of course some systems are tuned for zero drone or a specific sound, but to me, that sound difference isn't worth the extra $$$, and keeping my stock exhaust "for...
Would you consider yourself a poser? That's up to you. Would some other people consider you a poser? Probably. If it's important to you that other people don't think you're a poser, don't do it. If you could care less what others think, why are we having this particular discussion?
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I don't have any personal experience with boosted 5.0s. From what I've read, they're much more reliable under boost than the 3v motor that they replaced.
That said, I wouldn't boost a daily driver without cash on standby to replace the motor, a rental car if you don't have another option, and...
It certainly can be done (modding a car to be faster than whatever stock sports car). Hell how many cars at the strip are stock besides the crowd that comes in straight from the dealership in their fully loaded z07s lol. The benefit of fast cars (and not preaching at you, just stating because...
Tired argument is tired. I could put a v8 drivetrain and supporting mods into an old Miata for much less than a GT and beat God on a road course. Going fast is not always the priority, particularly when buying or considering a large purchase like a car.
I feel you, man. First out, got a...
I've fallen out of the modding camp, but then again, until I have the cash to drop on a factory 5 roadster, a weekend car is out of the question. Some people get lucky, but modding my previous two daily drivers (built, supercharged) was some of the worst decisions I've ever made.
My advice: do...