If you love your car, then you’ve probably considered customizing it to fit your personality and lifestyle.
Whether you want to revamp the family car or give your sports car a new body look, there are countless customizations available for your car.
But they don’t always come cheap.
Forget the “Pimp My Ride” super mods. You are better off thinking of affordable upgrades (that aren’t obnoxious).
When done right, affordable customizations make your car stand out from the crowd while spending less than the modded cars around you.
- Sexy Seat Covers
Manufacturers rarely consider how car seats fit into the overall aesthetic theme of a car. While high-end cars may have more appealing seating options, you’re stuck with whatever seating option was chosen for you by a room full of corporate executives.
That’s part of why nothing beats the enjoyment of customizing a car.
And mounting custom seat covers is a great way to start.
Seat covers can make your car pop. You can choose from sporty, luxurious or even camo style.
Tons of established online stores sell car seat covers in a wide range of custom patterns, styles, and designs. Some sites sell universal seat covers while others sell custom fit seat covers that are specifically tailored to your car.
Universal seat covers are not always recommended as they may not fit your seats (so much for being “universal”) and may not be compatible with the safety features like side impact airbags.
Always confirm that a seat cover is suitable for your car’s make and model before purchasing.
2. Killer Custom Wheels
Who hasn’t admired a car rolling past with custom racing, luxury, or off-road wheels?
From 18” to 26” wheels, chrome to black wheels, wheels come in any style and color you can imagine. Depending on the ride quality you desire and your personal taste, an upgrade to custom wheels that match your car’s aesthetics is ideal..
Whether you go with the Original Equipment Manufacturers (O.E.M.) wheels or aftermarket wheels, always consider
- Wheel fitment
- Vehicle ride
- Looks
- Performance.
The custom wheels HAVE TO MATCH match your cars exact specifications if you want to avoid fitment issues.
No matter how much (or how little) you pay, you’re paying for an upgrade that should last years.
3. A Rockin’ Sound System
For music lovers, installing a customized sound system is perfect for driving around belting out your favorite songs (no judgement here).
Installing a quality sound system can be costly, so the trick to doing it on a budget lies in spending a considerable amount of effort and time on finding the most suitable, quality sound system that you can affordable.
You can easily find decent car sound systems for under $200. Playing your favorite tunes on your car stereo doesn’t have to blow your budget. Get a car stereo system with all the modern features you’d expect like Bluetooth connectivity and wide music playing compatibility.
4. (Legal) Window Tints
Parked car with custom wheels and window tint
Having your windows tinted is another inexpensive customization.
Just take some time to find out what restrictions are in your specific area. Some states and jurisdictions restrict all mirror tinting or tinting to a specific darkness.
You can find an affordable tint kit for just about any car online. If you’re handy and want to save on installation costs, you can even install the tint yourself.
Tinting your car windows not only gives your car a sleek, eye-catching aesthetic but also lowers your car’s interior temperature during those hot days.
5. Don’t Forget the Body Kit
Whether you want a complete body kit or just a couple of add-ons, there’s a large selection of body kits for those on a budget. It’s simply a matter of choosing the style you want, having the components installed, and finishing it with your favorite car paint scheme to create a truly unique car.
Car body kits are available for less than $1,000 for those on a budget.
Conclusion
Whether you want to customize your small, everyday family car, antique tuner, or an electric car like the Tesla, these customization options can completely change the look and feel of your car. Just make sure to stick to your budget and have a professional job done for the customizations.
The author of this article is a full-time blogger with a great interest in developments and trends in the automotive industry. He’s a car enthusiast and regularly writes content for Enjuku Racing.
