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Introduction
Improving a modified car is my favorite part of the automotive hobby. However, trying to find the best deals is a daunting task. It’s no secret that a modified car can get expensive real quick. Fortunately, there are websites out there that are for the enthusiast. These websites contribute content to the car community and provide great deals for enthusiasts. In this article, we will go over our favorite websites for car parts and how they will help build your modified car!
Websites to Help Build Your Modified Car
#1 Fitment Industries
When I had my Focus ST, I rocked some RS wheels I got a good deal on. One day, I hit a gnarly pothole and damaged one of the wheels. I decided I needed new wheels and fast. Unfortunately, I am indecisive and could not find something I liked. One day, I found Fitment Industries and my indecisiveness was conquered.
When you log onto the page, you get the option to insert your vehicle’s specs to get all of the available options specific to your car. The company offers wheel and tire packages, suspension, performance parts, and more to get your project back on the road again.
I searched the site for wheels and tires for the ST and was hit with more options than I could imagine. Fitment Industries had everything from the legendary BBS and HRE wheels, to the cost effective XXRs.
One of the best parts about the website is the Gallery. Car enthusiasts who purchase from Fitment Industries upload photos of their car sporting whichever wheel and tire package they installed. Not only are the images helpful, but the Gallery also provides specs such as offset, wheel width, tire size, and what suspension the car has so you can see what will fit and what may require some modification to make it fit without rubbing.
If you own a modified car and need new wheels, tires, or suspension, then Fitment Industries is the way to go!
#2 Summit Racing
Summit Racing is a veteran in the performance part game. They carry a wide selection of performance parts for all makes and models.
My direct experience with Summit Racing comes from working on my dad’s 1969 Chevelle. The Chevelle was in need for new exhaust headers and a carburetor, so we contacted Summit Racing for help. The employee on the line was knowledgeable and guided us down the right route for the Chevelle. This high level of customer service provided us with our performance part solution!
Along with the quality customer service, the shipping was fast and was well packaged. Having a modified car often means having the car down during installs. Thankfully, the fast shipping allows you to spend more time working on your car instead of waiting for parts.
Altogether, buying performance parts from Summit Racing is a pleasurable experience and I highly recommend them to anyone.
#3 Advance Auto Parts
Advance Auto Parts takes on a wide array of aftermarket performance parts. Advance Auto Parts has everything from bolt-on performance parts to suspension upgrades for almost every car. Not only are they a great website, but they have storefronts across the USA.
What I admire most is Advance Auto Parts’ focus on the customer as well as the hobby. The customer service is extremely helpful and oriented to the end consumer. Lastly, Advance Auto Parts supports the hobby by being actively involved in the enthusiast community at events. Their collection of “car influencers” provide awesome modified car content to the masses, showing that the company supports the community as well!
#4 Tire Rack
Tires are the most overlooked performance part for cars. While there are hundreds of options for tires, why not go to the best? Tire Rack not only allows you to compare tire choices but has their options separated by performance category.
Along with an excellent selection of tires, Tire Rack provides brakes, suspension parts, and aftermarket wheels. With their vehicle filter programming, you can guarantee you’re getting the right parts. Improve your roadway performance and handling with Tire Rack!
#5 MAPerformance
MAPerformance is on the forefront of the modified car world. MAPerformance has spearheaded some amazing builds seen on social media and have the customer service to back it up. MAPerformance’s main focus is the tuner car world, specifically turbocharged vehicles.
MAPerformance stocks some of the industry’s leading brands such as AWE Tuning, Cobb, and Perrin. Along with high end brands, MAPerformance creates their own aftermarket performance parts as well! Coupled with their influence in the automotive world, MAPerformance provides a great customer experience for enthusiasts.
#6 JST Performance
My experience with JST Performance comes from my time owning a 2016 Ford Focus ST. Bryan at JST is a master tuner and personally made my Focus ST an amazing driver. Customer service with JST is top notch and attentive to your needs. Focusing on the tuner scene, JST offers upgrades for modern forced induction vehicles for an affordable price. Lastly, the custom tuning process is a great experience. Bryan will constantly update you during the data-logging process and adjusts according to your preferred driving style.
If you have a turbocharged platform, JST may be the fit for you and your project car.
#7 Jegs
Jegs is a one-stop shop for modified cars! Offering parts for both new and classic cars, Jegs has a huge selection of parts from maintenance parts to aftermarket forced induction. Jegs also has frequent sales that help cut the costs down and keep your wallet happy. Starting as a small “speed shop”, Jegs has stayed true to its routes of offering aftermarket performance parts to help any build, making it a true enthusiast brand.
#8 Cobb Tuning
Cobb Tuning is a premier name in the automotive performance part world. Not only does Cobb Tuning provide high end arts, but also top of the line tuning. Their hero product, the Cobb Accessport, offers one of the most user friendly tuning experiences. Their customer service is top-notch and love their dedication to their craft. There’s a reason that if a modified car has Cobb support, there is at least a Cobb Accessport installed.
Conclusion
When buying automotive performance parts, there are tons of options, both good and bad. Sticking to reputable and renowned companies such as the ones in this list will make the process easy and streamlined. Don’t get caught up with bad performance parts and stick with tried and true companies like these!
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