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[thaddeus]

Hi,

I am new to the board and need some help.

I am in the last stages of selecting a car and the Avalon looks pretty good. I have 3 kids and need to be able to haul 5 people. It's practical.

However, I would like a car that is at least minimally bad looking and fun. Avalons look kind of weak, especially with the 15 inch wheels. I have some questions:

(1) Is there any way to elicit more HP from the 6 cylinder engine? ECU upgrades available?

(2) What is the largest wheel/tire combination that will fit on the '04 Avalon without rubbing?

(3) Are there body kits available (not radical, but purposeful) that will make the car look a little edgier?

Thanks in advance.

Thaddeus