How To Make Drifting More Affordable
When it comes to drifting, the costs can be high. However, with a few simple tips and tricks you can reduce your costs drastically! Here are some of our favorite ways to save money on drifting:
Choose your car wisely
Choose your car wisely. The most important thing you can do is to choose a car you can afford, and one that you are comfortable with driving. Don’t waste money on something that doesn’t fit your needs or budget simply because it looks cool.
Choose a car you can work on yourself. Trying to get all of the upgrades necessary for drifting (like coilovers, LSDs, weight reduction) can be daunting if you don't know how to wrench on a car yourself, so it's best to start with something that has as many bolt-on modifications as possible so they're easier to access and install by yourself or at a shop like [your local performance shop].
Pick an easy-to-find parts car: If there's ever an issue with your daily driver while trying out some new part combinations during practice sessions, having an extra set of wheels around makes things much easier! Plus when shopping for used cars look up what kind of maintenance records have been kept over time so there aren't any surprises waiting down the road when those expensive aftermarket parts start breaking down unexpectedly--such as turbo failure from lack of coolant changes due too many miles driven under hard acceleration conditions without proper maintenance intervals being followed faithfully every 3000 miles between oil changes."
Do it yourself
One of the best ways to reduce your costs is to do as much of the work yourself as you can. This means learning how to do things yourself so you can avoid paying for labor. It also means finding friends and communities that will help you when you need it.
Find a mentor: A mentor is someone who will teach you what they know, and help guide your learning process. Mentors can be found at schools or universities, on community websites like Reddit or Instagram, or by asking around until someone steps forward. If there are none available in your area, consider paying for online courses (see below).
Find a friend to help: There's nothing wrong with doing tasks together with friends! If one person has experience with something while another doesn't have any knowledge at all yet but wants to learn more about it anyway, there could be value in working together on projects so both people gain some insight into what they're doing while enjoying each other's company at the same time! Plus sometimes sharing expenses makes them easier on everyone involved!
Find a community online where people are willing because this gives everyone access not only content but also support when needed through forums or chats rooms which allow them both connect with others looking for similar things; whether it's individualized assistance with their own projects (such as asking questions etc), peer support groups based upon shared interests/topics.
Find used parts. You don’t need new stuff. Second hand is great as long as you don’t compromise on safety
You don't need all new parts. You can find used parts and get them at a much cheaper price. There are many sources for buying used parts, such as junkyards, Craigslist, Facebook marketplace or eBay. You should try to stick with reputable sellers though since there is no way of knowing if the part you buy has been damaged in any way or not by the seller's description alone.
Buy from a different brand altogether: If you're willing to make some sacrifices (like not being able to get accessorized with all the latest accessories), there are plenty of options out there that will save you money on replacement parts while maintaining overall quality and safety standards similar to what you'd find with OEM products like neoprene covers instead of leather seats or plastic fenders instead of painted ones—and these types of changes could even make your ride look better than before when it comes time for resale!
If you're going to use second hand parts make sure that they are still safe for your car to run on even if they're slightly worn out. If you want to know more about what makes a good used part then check out our article on selecting them here: How To Choose The Best Used Car Parts
Learn how to weld and make some of your own parts
Learning how to weld is a great skill to have, but it can also be a useful hobby. In addition to being able to make your own parts, welding offers an opportunity to meet people who share your interest in cars, and if you take classes or practice at home long enough, you'll develop some pretty impressive skills that will come in handy for projects both big and small. Once you've learned how to properly use a welder and other tools involved with metalworking (like hammers), there's no limit on what you can build!
Buy Used Tires
You may have noticed that the price of a new tire can be pretty steep, and if you're on a budget, it might seem like drifting is completely out of reach. But there's good news! You can still enjoy Drifting at a fraction of the cost by buying used tires.
There are several ways to find used tires online or in person. You can check with local tire shops as well as online marketplaces like Facebook, Craigslist and eBay. If you're looking for specific models or brands, it's easiest to search through these sites for sellers within your area who are willing to ship their tires out for an affordable rate—and then replace them yourself later on (since many don't come with mounting bolts).
Ask your local tire shop about discounts, trade-ins and loans. If you’re not sure what to ask for, spend some time looking at tires online and make a list of things that are important to you. Then go into your local tire shop armed with your own knowledge of what’s available!
Negotiate sponsorships.
Negotiating sponsorships can be a long and arduous process, but it's a worthwhile one. Remember that you're not just selling your name; you're selling your talent. While some sponsors may be willing to pay for the privilege of associating themselves with a brand new team, others will want to see some results first. If you have any success under your belt or even if you've been at it for a few years already and have seen lots of wins on their car numbers...well then, maybe they'll consider sponsoring you.
But what happens if there isn't much competition around? What if everyone else is out there trying to sell themselves too? How do you approach these companies then? Try approaching them with something special about yourself—something that sets apart from all those other drifting teams looking for sponsorship deals. Maybe they'll like how unique or different an angle from which your videos are shot from (if anyone makes videos). Or perhaps they're impressed by how quickly your team gets back after repairs or maintenance work needs done on their cars compared with others who might take longer because they don't know what exactly went wrong yet when something goes wrong during practice sessions before racing day arrives each weekend (and believe me--there WILL always be something going wrong!).
You can drift on a budget if you're aware of the costs and are willing to spend time being creative with costs
You can drift on a budget if you're aware of the costs and are willing to spend time being creative with costs.
Be aware of how much things cost. Ask around in your local community, read online forums and do some research online.
Try not to fall into the trap of thinking that everything needs to be done right away—you can save money by doing things over time or as you have the ability to pay for them.
Use your creativity when it comes to costs! There are many ways you can reduce costs while drifting by getting creative with what's available or using parts from other cars instead of buying new ones just for the sake of it.
Conclusion
I hope these tips help you get started drifting on a budget, or at least make it easier to manage your expenses. Drifting can be expensive, especially if you have no idea what you're getting into and don't know how much parts cost or where to find them. But there are ways around this! Do some research about what others have done before us and use that knowledge wisely. Don't hesitate to ask for help from other drivers, either - we're all here for each other because we love this sport so much.
