There have been armies of tinkerers customizing, altering and rebuilding automobiles for as long as there have been cars, whether to make them faster, better to drive, or just to make them look better.
But if you’re looking to upgrade the look of your car, what options provide the most bang for your buck? We've compiled a list of six of the best cosmetic car modifications.
- Tyre and Wheel Modifications
All types of cars benefit from a good set of rims in terms of aesthetics. And if you splurge on a high-end lightweight rim, you'll get performance improvements as well.
A wheel upgrade can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on the brand, design and size you choose. It is frequently one of the most cost-effective (cost-to-result ratio is favorable) upgrades available. Additionally, purchasing a set of updated tyres to match your new rims may also increase your car's safety and performance!
Also read here All You Need To Know About Car Tyres
- Adjustable Height
An aftermarket suspension system is perfectly legal as long as you keep it under your state's ride height restrictions. Furthermore, the correct aftermarket suspension system might be an excellent approach to improve the performance of your vehicle.
Your car will handle much better if done correctly by the mechanic. And you (or a skilled mechanic) can even tweak the suspension to optimize the car for your driving style. A good suspension system is arguably worth the expense, whether you race your car or just want your commute to be a little more enjoyable.
- Paint Job
You may paint your car with any color you choose or use a vinyl wrap to achieve a similar impression as long as it doesn't appear that you're trying to imitate police or an emergency vehicle.
However, there are a few things to keep in mind when repainting your vehicle. It's costly to have a car professionally repainted, and it's a time-consuming chore to do it yourself. If you opt to paint your automobile at home, make sure you check your local pollution legislation to ensure you won't be fined for the paint and chemical fumes.
- Window Tinting
Window tinting is regulated quite strictly in several states. To get away with any front or side window tint in Illinois, for example, a driver must have a certified medical condition. Many other states have rules prohibiting the use of reflective tint or tint that makes it impossible to see inside the vehicle.
In most areas, you can get away with at least some tinted windows if you truly want them. A tint is defined in terms of how much light may still travel through the windows. And states that don't expressly prohibit it usually provide a range of acceptable percentages.
- Sport Seats
Whether you're a beginner racer or just want to seem like one, seat enhancements are common car modifications. Sports seats are stylish, and if you buy the proper ones, they may be far more comfortable and supportive than the default seat in your car. Even better, sport seats can assist you to enhance your driving position.
Many producers of true racing seats warn consumers that they are not acceptable for use in streetcars. This is because race car seats are designed to be used with race harnesses, which are not permitted for use as a replacement for a car's factory seat belt. However, some manufacturers, such as Recaro, produce street-legal sports seats.
- Interior Trimming
All of the portions of your vehicle's inside that are more cosmetic than useful are referred to as interior car trims. Its main goal is to make the interior of the car as comfortable and warm as possible. A leather steering wheel, door lining, automobile roof lining embellishments, seat trim or a sun visor mirror are all examples of trim.
All of these varieties of trim have one thing in common - they're all inspired by aesthetics. They do have a useful function, such as insulating your car and trapping heat. For example, preventing sunburn on the steering wheel or preventing water damage to the vehicle's roof.
So, here is a complete guide for your car modification; ideas that will help you catch the eye of others. All of these modifications can be done at car service centres, so create your budget accordingly and enjoy driving.
