[Debonair]

i hear ya trying to get the most out of your car, i was/am too. But as mentioned, have the car for fun days, and get a beater. You'll enjoy the car that much more, i know i do.

Plus you'll inevitably have to sacrifice power or fuel economy. If you get taller gears you'll rev lower, but wont take off as fast for example.

I broke down and got another vehicle, fuel economy in mind among other things. I'm very glad i did.