Tell me what you really think!
 

I am considering a few mods but don't really bknow the added value. I am the owner of an '06 Roadster.
Mod 1.......replacing the Infinity radio with the Nav system and CD changer
Mod 2............Flowmaster exhaust
Mod 3............having my computer chip retuned

i appreciate all feedback so that I acn make a truly informed decision. Happy motoring to all!

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Pass on the Flowmaster for now, and spend the money on a NeedsWings CAI. You will realize more performance from the Computer retune with it, than by installing the exhaust.

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None of the above mentioned mods will "add value" to the car when selling. Mods usually make it harder to sell and less valuable.............especially the flowmaster exhaust on one of these cars. Personally the "regular" Crossfire is not a performance car so I'd skip the exhaust and ECU mods and just put in the nice nav/stereo system because we all know the factory deck sucks.

My .02 cents..............spend them wisely

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Oh come on Mike, just think how much you've spent to cut a 1/2 a second off your beast. A NA car may not be a "performance car" by your standards, but a 1/2 a second is still 1/2 a second even in a "Smart Car".;)
I thought Jediracer was talking about what would be the biggest value to "Him", and not as adding to the cars resale. At least that was the way I interpreted his question.

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i did the stereo mod first as i figured i am gonna be spending alot of time inside the cabin and want decent tunes.

Next is performance and i think first i am going to look into a intake & throttle body + tune to bring it all together and just slap my remus racing exhaust i have lying around.


Exhaust should be towards the end of your list,

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jediracer-
Welcome to the forum !!
Look around and ask your qustions & post some pics.

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I appreciate the responses. I am not looking to "add value" for resale purposes. I love driving the car and would like to do al little something to it to identify it as being "mine". So I guess the stereo wins out so far. I will post some pictures soon.

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+1 on the radio

How much are you looking to spend because you could throw one of those tvt packages on there if you are willing to spend enough ;)

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The TVT265 works and offers good bang for the buck but it's a b tch to install and watch for low quality cuts in the engine cover.

Make sure to install the "Sprint Booster" also. It really helps with a 6spd.

Good luck!

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A lot of great advice and welcome aboard! Happy Modding! :cool:

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Use the Force Luke!

Make the car your own.

Welcome to the Forum

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I second what +fireamx said. Forget the exhaust if you're looking for performance. There are much better places to spend that money for performance. If you just want the exhaust note, try a resonator delete. You don't have to buy a whole new cat-back exhaust to change the sound.

Changing the stereo is an excellent bang-for-your-buck mod. Before you change the stereo though, try adding a set of bass blockers (capacitors) to your door speakers. For less than $20, your stock stereo will sound a lot better. If you're looking for features, then replacing the head unit is the way to go.

Getting your ECU tuned is a nice mod. Without any other performance mods (such as the cold air intake) the tune isn't your best bang-for-your-buck. Yes, your car will run better and have some added pep. But a tune really shines when combined with other performance mods.

The TVT performance packages are a good deal, however it can be daunting to spend that much all at once. Check the group buys sub-forum and get the best price you can.

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No offense intended....but if you really want to make it "your own".......don't ask everyone else what they'd do. Do what makes YOU happy with your car.

This forum is pretty much covered in 2 camps......those who want the car left bone stock, and those who want to mod the hell outta it.

Look around, browse pics, maybe ask a question or two.

Bottom line.......to hell with what everyone else thinks......if it makes you happy then go for it. :D

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We were talking about car modifications FP............not women! :p