I got estimates for fabricated lifts from a local shop for about $1000-$1500. I dont want to pay that kind of money just to lift my car 4, seems high. What are my options?
You don't want to spend that kind of money to lift your car 4. I don't think the price is high, I think you are for even bringing it up. If you want to lift something make it a 4 wheel drive truck not your grandfathers hand me down car.
The money to lift the car seems high because there is a lot of work to do in order to not only clear the tires/rims, but also to preserve the steering geometry. If your vehicle is a full framed vehicle, then you could (in theory) get some 4 cab lift blocks and mount them between the body and the frame, but it will make the car handle poorly and look bad. Maybe, instead of spending $2400 on 24 rims and $1000 on 305/35/24 tires, you could spend $1500 getting the car lifted properly, and then put smaller rims on it (like a 20) and after you save some more cash, sell your 20's and buy the 24's.
Cant you go ruin something else instead of an Impala?
