Daily driver

[rushca01]

So who here has a streetable daily driver that can also do the occasional autocross run? Can the two coexist? I'm new to this segment of cars and I'm looking at 68 that's nicely appointed (subframe, ls2 with efi, t-56 etc..). It has everything I would add if building my own but I'm buying from pleasure and not necessarily to autocross, maybe In the future.

[anguilla1980]

I have had several. I'm currently doing my 69 Firebird for that. It's my daily, suspension and wheels/tires are the last thing it needs. Body/interior/powertrain are done and it has recent all new suspension including coilovers in the rear, but I plan on going full Hotchkis everything and going from the 14x6 Rally II wheels to reproduction 17x8 and 17x9 wheels/tires. I also plan on doing IRS in the rear in a couple years as well.

IMO, daily and drag strip don't mix (going for max E/T, not just fun), but daily and auto-x, not a problem. Just make sure you have a separate set of tires for the track from the daily tires and only buy shocks are that VERY easily adjustable. Going between track firmness and street firmness is key for max enjoyment, don't ever try to build 1 setup for both, it's has to be adjustable or it won't be great at either.

[xavier296]

I've used my 68 Camaro as a daily. No problems at all. The full ride tech suspension was the best improvement for both street driving and autocross. Many people start with the motor, but the suspension and brakes will make the biggest difference in your comfort level. I'm sure there are many fast drivers out there with stock(or uprated) rear leaf springs, but the coil overs are a world of difference.

[expensivehobby22]

Unless you are trying to go out an win the autocross I don't see how these two couldn't coexist. A decently sorted car is going to be a blast to autocross whether or not it has a chance at winning. I guess it depends on your goals for the car.

[focused313]

Unless you are trying to go out an win the autocross I don't see how these two couldn't coexist. A decently sorted car is going to be a blast to autocross whether or not it has a chance at winning. I guess it depends on your goals for the car.

I agree completely. You can autocross with any car, but if you're trying to be consistently win your class, that seems like you would probably need a more track dedicated vehicle.