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Old 12-11-2007, 12:59 AM   #1
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Default $100 18th Birthday present from my brother?

Hey guys,

I'm relatively new here, I've got a Wht '93 Falcon GLi that was given to me by a family friend a few months ago.

My 18th birthday is coming up on Nov 20, and he my sources tell me (my Mum) that he wants to get me something for my car for about $100

What should I suggest?


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Old 12-11-2007, 02:38 AM   #2
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I've got a prefesionally made sub box for 2 12'' subs that came out of an ED for $50 if you want it

on a serious note im guessing that the car is standard? how about tinted windows, i think the tint preffesor does some pretty cheap deals now and then. Or some clear indicators for the front, they look heaps better than the standard one's
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Old 12-11-2007, 03:11 AM   #3
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on a serious note im guessing that the car is standard? how about tinted windows, i think the tint preffesor does some pretty cheap deals now and then. Or some clear indicators for the front, they look heaps better than the standard one's

Love the tinting idea BUT, the website says:
ALL Sedans/hatches - $265.00 ONLY
(http://www.tintprofessor.com.au/tint...s-specials.php)
Unless I'm looking at the wrong price...
Definitely something i'll be doing in the future though.

And I'll definitely be getting Clear Indicators at some point but they're only $38 at http://www.twinlight.com.au


Lets keep these good suggestions coming! It's a hard one!
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Old 12-11-2007, 07:47 AM   #4
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Old 12-11-2007, 08:26 AM   #5
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Old 12-11-2007, 09:38 AM   #6
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I got a $100 voucher for my birthday (september). Spent it yesterday on all new globes for the car. Narva +50's. They cost more than the voucher, but it certainly helped. I look forward to better night time driving soon.
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Old 12-11-2007, 11:38 AM   #7
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Ignore the car & go to King St
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Old 12-11-2007, 01:28 PM   #8
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Ignore the car & go to King St
Lol, I'm in Melbourne so it would cost a bit more than 100 to go to king st.
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Old 12-11-2007, 01:48 PM   #9
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Get his mates to chip in :P
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Old 12-11-2007, 01:51 PM   #10
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a good socket set if you dont have tools they always come in handy
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Old 12-11-2007, 02:52 PM   #11
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you can probably get a cheap cd/mp3 player for about 100 bucks i seen one once in a catalogue. kenwood.
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120 and u got urself a decent cd mp3 player, thats at strathfield.

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Old 12-11-2007, 03:17 PM   #13
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$100 worth of fake checkerplate
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Old 12-11-2007, 05:12 PM   #14
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NOS stickers, chrome hubcaps, Turbo badges, Cardboard intercooler print out and stick it behind the bumper?

Heaps of good ideas that give you some KW.

NOS stickers 5kw, chromies 3KW + weight reduction benefits, Turbo badges give you a nice 10kws ATE + a sweet spool sound.
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Old 12-11-2007, 06:53 PM   #15
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NOS stickers, chrome hubcaps, Turbo badges, Cardboard intercooler print out and stick it behind the bumper?

Heaps of good ideas that give you some KW.

NOS stickers 5kw, chromies 3KW + weight reduction benefits, Turbo badges give you a nice 10kws ATE + a sweet spool sound.
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Old 12-11-2007, 07:12 PM   #16
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Rather then post non constructive rubbish, how about a tool kit? Something that will be of use for ever!
Or if your car is in need of a service, do that!
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Old 12-11-2007, 07:29 PM   #17
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$100 of car care products from waxit.com.au
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Old 12-11-2007, 07:39 PM   #18
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Rather then post non constructive rubbish, how about a tool kit? Something that will be of use for ever!
Yeah or a torque wrench or set of spanners or something.. For big birthdays (18th, 21st) I'm all for getting something you'll have for many years.. Be nice in 30 years to still have it, and be able to say your parents got it for you for your 18th.

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Old 12-11-2007, 08:49 PM   #19
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Old 12-11-2007, 09:19 PM   #20
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Get some car mats and a 1st aid kit..
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Old 12-11-2007, 09:41 PM   #21
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Get some car mats and a 1st aid kit..
I'm with you Spooly a First Aid kit is a great idea.
Maybe go to Ford and buy one of those Safety Triangles that Keepleft goes on about then a defensive driving course paid for by his mates and then we would have 1 safe 18 year old EB driver :
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Old 12-11-2007, 11:21 PM   #22
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Great idea, but my dad has a good set at home.

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If your car is in need of a service, do that!
Been there done that.


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Get some car mats and a 1st aid kit..
I'm with you Spooly a First Aid kit is a great idea.
Maybe go to Ford and buy one of those Safety Triangles that Keepleft goes on about then a defensive driving course paid for by his mates and then we would have 1 safe 18 year old EB driver
Great idea!, but I'm already a volunteer with St John Ambulance so I'm definitely prepared...
As for the defensive driving course, we get a free one on my mums car insurance!


I've suggested that my Mum and my brother split for a Big Detail, int/ext under the bonnet, unless I find a better idea...

Love the ideas people, and as you can tell, I'm trying to make it hard for you guys
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Old 13-11-2007, 09:55 AM   #23
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jeez it seems like u got the works!
id suggest car care products...they come in handy
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Old 14-11-2007, 08:30 PM   #24
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Exhaust tip? teehee or some car cleaning products.
Nothing better than getting filthy while making your car sparkle
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How about some pics of your car. it might make it easier for people.
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