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View Poll Results: How do you feel about cosmetic Engine Compartment Upgrades?
Load Me Up - Ill color code and upgrade EVERYTHING
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17.28%
I've added a few (tasteful) upgrades under my hood
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49.38%
I wouldn't do any upgrades, but think its look really cool
10
12.35%
Im a purist - I only like the look of 100% stock
17
20.99%
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Old Aug 26, 2017 | 02:56 PM
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Guess I'd fall between the top two.

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Old Aug 26, 2017 | 07:16 PM
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Thinking about trading for this





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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 11:12 AM
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I like to keep mine stock.
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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 11:34 AM
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Nice
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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 12:01 PM
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Sweet!

For me, #1 for my 02, #3 for my 99
My 02's


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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 04:08 PM
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My C-6
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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 04:31 PM
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I only put stuff on that makes it faster or lighter .
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Old Aug 28, 2017 | 07:06 PM
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To me the car is special! And the interior and underhood should look special.
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