Thinking about a basic low budget build, need some guidance...

GreggoEggo

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Regarding Sport/Touring package... I guess that would depend on how pricing starts to average out. If there is very little difference in 2011 thru 2013 models then yes, but if going by the delta for new models, then probably not since I don't get SRM with an AT, plan on new wheels, will eventually upgrade brakes and suspension to taste. Don't want a rear wing/spoiler.. but I am still reading and figuring out what the options are for body work on a budget. The touring stuff does not appeal to me either, but again, if I find the price difference to be very close at that point then why not. As I get down to more detailed plans then the price points will be easier for me to identify I hope.

It may just be wishful thinking, but I am kind of hoping that 2011-2013 AT base models with a few scratches would be among the hardest to move in the used market and thus a good target given my objectives. Still reading/learning to see if that has good potential or not.

The lower I can keep the price point for the project, the easier it is to hand over the keys now and then, and the easier it will be to justify the ridiculous race car rolling billboard wrap ideas I have kicking around in my head.

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You don't need SRM for the 7AT (or any other AT). The 7AT does have an SRMish throttle blip when you downshift manually.
The Touring package adds nothing to performance but, IMNSHO, would be desirable if you are going to use the car to impress clients/applicants. Leather seats, better stereo, &c. YMMV

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Yep, I know that SRM has nothing to do with AT, I was just trying to get at the often quoted value of the sports package, which for me would just boil down to VLDS and brakes, so I am not sure. I am thinking I might be interested in a quaife differential for the AT and I could just wait patiently for someone wanting to sell their sport package brakes as they upgrade further.

Well, more research has yielded serious concerns about insurance issues, and I definitely won't bother with a tune, so I am researching high value, basic upgrades. The feedback thus far has mostly been about context rather than parts and purpose, so now I regret sharing the context details.


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If I could do it all over again, I guess my post would read something like this:

What body kits, suspension components, and intake/exhaust mods would you recommend to someone on a tight budget with the following objectives:

1) Base model from 2011, 2012, or 2013... with AT. (edit: I am leaning towards a 2012 as my first choice, like the styling and should find a better price)

2) Mostly satisfied with base model performance, but would like to increase smoothness of ride as the top priority and horsepower/handling just a smidge.

3) Plans on custom wheels/tires regardless, and wants to stay at either factory height/clearance or drop up to maybe a 1/2 inch at the most.

4) Does not want any rear wing but looking at very modest designs for side skirts and maybe front lip and rear bumper treatment/diffuser kind of thing???

5) Does not care about nav, leather, heated seats, stereo, resale value, etc... and if I can find a really good deal on something with some cosmetic damage I will finish the project with a custom vinyl wrap.