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Sockets must have mod list
engine mods
* charge pipe and blow off valve (the stock CP has a tendency to crack and leak) Get a GoFastBits SV50 BOV it is adjustable so you dont need to stuff around with different springs like other brands
* catless down pipes (get rid of the cats and let the car breath a little)
* replace the stock airbox with a cold air intake to allow the car to breath better
*replace the stock intercooler with better aftermarket FMIC to keep the air intake temps down (cold air = more hp)
* most importantly a tune. MHD is great although you could go with a JB4. But the MHD tune is really simple to use and is a much smoother more powerful tune imo. You need a dcan cable and an android phone or tablet and then buy the MHD app. Load up a map and away you go
Handling mods
* Coilovers are probably the best bang for buck here. On any car you buy the shocks will probably be stuffed and it rolls like a boat on stockies. Kw or any reputable brand will do. You could also go with lowering springs and shocks like H&R and Konis but coilovers allow you to set the ride height you want so just go with coilovers tbh.
* M3 sway bars will stop the body roll and are pretty cheap to fit. They are thicker and stiffer then the stock sway bars and make a huge difference
* M3 control arms tighten up the steering and are pretty cheap and easy to fit
* New engine mounts and sub frame bushings also help because in high mileage cars these will be stuffed as well
Cosmetic
* New set of rims and decent set of rubber. 18s or 19s are ideal (dont go 20s just too big) Ideal fronts are 19x35x235 and rears 19x30x265
* Black kidney grills (this is basically a must have if you mod your car lol)
* rear spoiler. The M3 spoiler is a good choice. Costs about $50 sticks on with double sided tape and is nice and subtle
Wheels and brakes
* The stock brake pads create lots of dust. Replace then with Akebono ceramic brake pads $200 for a set, stop just like stockies but create almost no dust so your wheels stay clean
* Paint your brake calipers (easy and cheap to do and looks great) I applied some $5 vinyl BMW decals for a finishing touch
* Wheel spacers to push the wheels flush with the body of the car. 10 mms up front and 5 mm in the rear will be a good place to start
* Replace the wheel nuts with. Motorsports Hardware black 75mm studs with black or silver race nuts. Looks great and makes changing tires 100% easier
Not all these things are essential, but that would be my minimum to do list without spending a fortune.
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