How much money do you put into a car?

Most people would say I spent way too much buying my car and way too much on it afterwards. But the ONLY regret I have was not spending some of my money more wisely. I was too anxious to get it done (and I'm still a long way from that). Hold out for the right price on the parts you need. Take the time to do it right.

Find clever ways to fund your project. Skip a few meals out, buy a part with what you saved. Give up smoking (man what could can buy with those savings). If your family exchanges birthday or Christmas gifts, ask them to go in together on something you need or want.

And if on occasion you have to pay stupid money like $300+ for a sport mirror, it doesn't hurt quite so much.

Have fun!