March 08, 2019
Zachary Starkey's "Sleek 1.8l" Cruze
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Suspension
CX Racing Coilovers with a Bag Conversion
Airejax Manual Management
Wheels/Tires
3SDM Wheels 0.04
Silver Cut
18x8.5 +35
Federal Formoza FD2 Tires 215/40/18
Performance
Bad News Racing Tune
ZZP 1.8L Headers
K&N Cold Air Typhoon Intake
Magnaflow Cat Back Exhaust
Magnaflow Cat Back Exhaust
Interior
Stock
Exterior
Winjet Projector Head Lights
Clear Benz Style LED Tail Lights
WTCC Style Body Kit
Z Spec Front Grille
All Fit Lip Kit
AVS Window Vent Shades
Depo Clear Side Markers
Thule Roof Rack
Why did you choose this car?
I chose this car because the way it looked stuck out to me. I was in the market for a new car entering college and told the dealership it had to be black in color. I walked out originally leasing the Cruze but quickly chose to buy it out. Five years later I am here today, title in hand, and can happily say it’s only had one owner.
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What was the main goal when the build started and what is it now?
The main goal when the build started was just to stick to looks. I quickly realized that the aftermarket support for performance for these cars were scarce and I geared my focus towards having the car looking just the way I wanted it. I have changed it up over the years to create the car you see today.
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What are your future plans for the car?
My future plans for the Cruze are possibly a color change, while also deciding
whether I should change the wheel setup or not. I would like to add a better sounding exhaust setup then what I currently have next.
whether I should change the wheel setup or not. I would like to add a better sounding exhaust setup then what I currently have next.
Is there anything you would have done differently if you could go back?
If I could go back, I would definitely try to convince myself to save the money
for a quality suspension and a more aggressive set of wheels. I also think I should have worked harder to pay off the car faster.
for a quality suspension and a more aggressive set of wheels. I also think I should have worked harder to pay off the car faster.
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Shout Outs
Shoutout to Pennsylvania Cruzes, Houston Cruzes, Pittsburgh Cruze and Sonic Club, and Cruze Culture! Wouldn’t have the friends I do without sharing this passion of the Cruze.