New to the tC... help before purchasing

[Callisto_tC]

So I totaled my 02 Civic Si and I've been looking around and I'm digging on the tC. But not knowing too much about it I came here to ask, what should I pay for and what options aren't worth it today?

I am an aggressive driver, so I was looking at the TDR stuff:
Muffler
Struts/Shocks
Lowering Springs
Clutch
Quick Shifter
Tie Bar

Are these things worth the money? Or should I search Flea-Bay after the fact?

Any suggestions would be appreciated!

[oneday]

Most of the stuff you're after is good. But you can buy it cheaper from legitimate parts dealer and know you're getting good parts. Ebay is a nightmare for parts. Lots of not-so-nice people on there. If you're buying a new tC then the "pure pricing" makes the price whatever the sticker says it is. If you're looking for used ride check edmunds.com for pricing info.

[Alex8181]

If your mechanically inclined and can install those items yourself, I would definately buy the car stock and buy the parts later. You can get all those items for quite a bit less at trdsparks.com. Ken is an awesome guy to work with.

[Callisto_tC]

Thanks! I know flea-bay is hit or miss. I was just using it as an example. Thanks for the info and links!

I am somewhat mechanically inclined. The clutch would be out of my realm, only cause I've never done a clutch. The exhaust I would have a shop weld, but the other items I should be able to do my self. I was just worried about warranty issues.

If I got TDR items is Scion gonna void the warranty? I realize if I hose it I'm SOL, but if properly installed and something unrelated happens what could happen?