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Wooohooo...I created a "wannAero"...
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...out of my '99 9-5 SE V6. Just finished some upgrades:

Zimmerman cross-drilled rotors- $249 from eEuroparts.com- Seems better than stock, although I think the upgraded suspension helps with the improved braking "feel"...some growl under hard braking.

EBC pads- $89 from Tirerack- Great feel...see above.

Eibach Springs- $286 from Tirerack- Noticably stiffer than the mushy stock springs...definately turned the car from "luxury" to "sport" in my eyes...noticably lower...less front-end dive under braking...a little tire rub under hard, fast dips.

Bilstien Sports- $517.40 from eShocks.com- definately helped the handling...very sporty...combined with the springs, it's a solid feel...much more cornering confidence (rebound).

Strut Braces from Abbot Racing- $385 from Scanwest- Since I did these with the shocks & struts, it's tough to tell how much affect they have...definately a more solid feel in the corners...not sure if it's the braces....I'm gonna say they help alot since I paid almost $400 for them.

Saab Sport Sway Bars- $187 from Taliaferro- Big help with the body roll...creates a more neutral feel in the corners.

Bridgestone Potenza S03 Pole Positions (225/45/17)- $790 from a local shop- much better than my old Pirelli 7000 Super Sports (those are some terrible tires)...with a couple thousand miles on them, no problems to report...much quieter....solid handling and feel...I'll never go back to Pirellis (to date).

Aero Side Skirts- $540.64 from Taliaferro- nice look, but very expensive (doesn't come painted)...VERY easy to install (a couple hours if you take your time).

Overall...it's a much different car. The acceleration and braking seem more pronounced, and the cornering is great. I would honestly say that my friend's M3 has nothing on my "upgraded" 9-5. Nordic will probably be getting my next upgrade funds...hehehehe....

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