Stock HHRs
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Joined: 01-23-2012
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From: Melbourne
I think the type of modifications the OP is speaking about would cost MUCHO DINARO. Few, if any, aftermarket parts companies can produce cheap "want to haves". For example, this forum has a couple of great "customized" cars. A lot of dollars, out of the reach of most owners, was spent just for custom bumper and hoods. The average owner WILL NOT SPEND that type of money.
Most owners, I believe, purchased the car for looks and its economical utility. Anything done afterward was done to personalize and not to customize.....in the true sense of the word.
I guess my point is......there is NOT ENOUGH interest in the aftermarket to manufacturer enough parts to be competitive. Look at the vendors that support this site/forum. They supply one or two items for the HHR, but cannot justify the expenses of a business without providing parts for other make of vehicles (engine parts are a different animal, because the engines are used to a greater extent in other vehicles, thus increases the gain potential.)
I personally would like to see a REAL custom. Something that had a lot of sheet metal and torch work done. But that will only occur from a specialty shop as a "one off".......again many dollars.
JMO
Most owners, I believe, purchased the car for looks and its economical utility. Anything done afterward was done to personalize and not to customize.....in the true sense of the word.
I guess my point is......there is NOT ENOUGH interest in the aftermarket to manufacturer enough parts to be competitive. Look at the vendors that support this site/forum. They supply one or two items for the HHR, but cannot justify the expenses of a business without providing parts for other make of vehicles (engine parts are a different animal, because the engines are used to a greater extent in other vehicles, thus increases the gain potential.)
I personally would like to see a REAL custom. Something that had a lot of sheet metal and torch work done. But that will only occur from a specialty shop as a "one off".......again many dollars.
JMO
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Joined: 05-09-2006
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From: "Upland" Mesa, Arizona
Then, I stand corrected
I do see many in stock form. But I do see quite a few with aftermarket wheels or stripes and especially here in Arizona.....additional dark tint (generally over the legal allowance).
I do see many in stock form. But I do see quite a few with aftermarket wheels or stripes and especially here in Arizona.....additional dark tint (generally over the legal allowance).
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Joined: 12-02-2010
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From: Roanoke Va
Mine was a rental also, it had 8040 miles when I test drove it. The only mods that my wife or I have made is to change the hubcaps. Though mine has drawn some comments. I need to post some pics...
Ron
Ron
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Joined: 07-12-2007
Posts: 690
From: Republic of Texas
Mine is showroom stock, so much so that when I replace parts, I use GM parts. I got out of sports cars and racing, and decided to get a vehicle I wouldn't want to mod. I just needed a point A to B vehicle, and this one fit the bill.
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