Buying an Accord and have a couple Questions

well I am buying a 2010 Accord Coupe EX with manual transmission very soon and I had a couple questions...I would really appreciate any help you p, rovide!

First, Is there any major performance modifications or tuning available for this car? (like forced induction)

What suspension setup should I go with, I know I will be getting coilovers and sway bars but I don't want to spend a massive amount on it.




Thanks!

Since you haven't bough the car yet might I suggest looking into the Genesis coupe? For 3k more (EX vs 2.0T track) you get much more like LSD, brembo brakes, HIDs, leather, 19" wheels...

Coilovers are generally around $1000 mark regardless so you'll have to decide if you want them or cheap out with springs...

Good luck with whatever car you decide to purchase.

There's aftermarket stuff out there for every car. I'd recommend getting the car first, then figure out what you might need. Who knows, you might get it and decide it doesn't need quite as much upgrading as you think it does.

And since you're leaning toward a manual coupe, you didn't specify the engine, so I would suggest the V6 with the 6-speed manual. Great engine, great transmission. I also recommend not skimping, go ahead and get the navigation system (the only real option). There's a lot of nice little unadvertised extras that come with the navi.

Thanks for the advice, Hopefully I will be getting the car in the next month or so. And I think I will end up getting the I-4 b/c my parents probably won't go for more stock hp (I'm 17 and im paying for about 1/2 the car)

Your parents would not agree to a V-6 yet you are asking about forced induction? Dream world my friend, dream world. There are a few aftermarket items for the 8th gen but nothing that drastic. A turbo or supercharger would be pure custom and expensive beyond belief....also relieving you of warranty without question. Treat this one well since it is your first and gradually move up to the ride you really want.

also, there a little aftermarket parts for the 8th gen accords compared to many of the other rides on the market such as the civic...

17? In that case, get a Civic. If you want something with some oomph, get the Civic Si, it's a very nice ride and you can have a lot more fun upgrading it on a budget.

Your parents would not agree to a V-6 yet you are asking about forced induction? Dream world my friend, dream world. There are a few aftermarket items for the 8th gen but nothing that drastic. A turbo or supercharger would be pure custom and expensive beyond belief....also relieving you of warranty without question. Treat this one well since it is your first and gradually move up to the ride you really want.

You can get underhood mods without the parental units finding out unless your dad is a gearhead/Bitoger.