Top 5 ways to modify your car

Having bought your new (or not so new) car, it's time to start thinking about adding a few modifications. I've put together a list of my favourite car modifications to give you a bit of inspiration.

1.

Window Tint

Now I'm not just putting window tint at the top of the list because we're the leading UK's supplier of pre cut car window tint kits (end shameless plug), I do truly believe that it is one of the cheapest and best ways to completely transform your car. Window tint looks good on any car, from a Fiesta to a Ferrari, and you can buy DIY tint kits for around £30. Make your car really stand out by going for a siver mirrored or coloured tint like the blue tint below.



2.

Alloy wheels

Have you ever seen a decent modified car running on standard steel wheels? No, me neither, and that's why I've put alloy wheels 2nd in our list. You're going to have to cut down on treats for the girlfriend for a few months though as alloy wheels (and the tyres you'll need on them) don't come cheap. Expect to pay anywhere from around £300 for a basic set with tyress. If you can't quite afford that, car wheel trims are a decent alternative and only a fraction of the price.



3.

Exhaust

You've got your car looking all nice, but you can't have it sounding like a shopping trolley. So next on our list of top modifications is a new exhaust. These range from just a back-box to give your car a bit of a growl, to a complete exhaust system to increase performance and give your car that sporty sound. Prices for exhaust back-boxes start at around £50.



4.

Lexus lights

It seemed at one point a few years ago, that every other car you passed had a set of Lexus lights fitted, looking pretty tacky in some cases to be fair. Together with other modifications I think they can definitely look nice, I personally prefer the Lexus lights with a darker backing (see image below) rather than the silver backed lights with looked a bit stuck on. Something else you could try if you don't want to fork out on a new set of lights is some tail light tinting spray; you'll definitely get a more unique look.



5.

Painted brake callipers

I drive a Skoda Octavia VRS, and one of the things I still like most about it is its green brake callipers (sad I know). This will only work if you've got a set of wide spoke alloys, but it will give your car that definite sporty look. Brake calliper paint is available as either a spray can or a pot of paint. You'll probably need to take your wheels off to apply it.


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Top 5 ways to modify your car

Having bought your new (or not so new) car, it's time to start thinking about adding a few modifications. I've put together a list of my favourite car modifications to give you a bit of inspiration.

1.

Window Tint

Now I'm not just putting window tint at the top of the list because we're the leading UK's supplier of pre cut car window tint kits (end shameless plug), I do truly believe that it is one of the cheapest and best ways to completely transform your car. Window tint looks good on any car, from a Fiesta to a Ferrari, and you can buy DIY tint kits for around £30. Make your car really stand out by going for a siver mirrored or coloured tint like the blue tint below.



2.

Alloy wheels

Have you ever seen a decent modified car running on standard steel wheels? No, me neither, and that's why I've put alloy wheels 2nd in our list. You're going to have to cut down on treats for the girlfriend for a few months though as alloy wheels (and the tyres you'll need on them) don't come cheap. Expect to pay anywhere from around £300 for a basic set with tyress. If you can't quite afford that, car wheel trims are a decent alternative and only a fraction of the price.



3.

Exhaust

You've got your car looking all nice, but you can't have it sounding like a shopping trolley. So next on our list of top modifications is a new exhaust. These range from just a back-box to give your car a bit of a growl, to a complete exhaust system to increase performance and give your car that sporty sound. Prices for exhaust back-boxes start at around £50.



4.

Lexus lights

It seemed at one point a few years ago, that every other car you passed had a set of Lexus lights fitted, looking pretty tacky in some cases to be fair. Together with other modifications I think they can definitely look nice, I personally prefer the Lexus lights with a darker backing (see image below) rather than the silver backed lights with looked a bit stuck on. Something else you could try if you don't want to fork out on a new set of lights is some tail light tinting spray; you'll definitely get a more unique look.



5.

Painted brake callipers

I drive a Skoda Octavia VRS, and one of the things I still like most about it is its green brake callipers (sad I know). This will only work if you've got a set of wide spoke alloys, but it will give your car that definite sporty look. Brake calliper paint is available as either a spray can or a pot of paint. You'll probably need to take your wheels off to apply it.


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Get free online car insurance quotes to save money

If you have a car, then you should insure it to protect yourself from damages that might be caused as a result of an accident. You can buy car insurance from various sources. For buying a good policy, it’s important that you gather and compare quotes.

Previously, if you wanted to receive a car insurance quote, you had to talk to an insurance agent and provide details about you and your vehicle. He would subsequently carry out a number of formalities and return to you with a quote after many days. Comparison shopping was a term that was typically uncommon. You had to visit many insurers to find the right policy for your needs. Now you don’t have to do it. Obtaining free insurance quotes online helps you save money and choose the most suitable policy.

How can you get free car insurance quotes online?

Given below are two principal techniques that you can follow to receive free auto insurance quotes from the Internet:
You can visit the websites of auto insurers and complete the online quote form with similar details
You can visit the website of a quote aggregator such as Cheapcarinsurance.com for collecting many quotes simultaneously

The first option would take more time and you wouldn’t always get the most affordable rate by visiting the website of an insurer. Using the second option is certainly more beneficial for you. You might be eligible for attractive discounts if you get quotes from an aggregator website.

Managing your information When you’re receiving quotes from different insurers, it might be hard to remember what you prefer about every insurer. You can prepare a basic spreadsheet and include names of the insurers you’re thinking about working with. You should subsequently make columns for comparing various elements such as:

1. The amount of collision or comprehensive coverage
2. Overall cost of the policy
3. Benefits and discounts
4. Additional coverage such as emergency roadside assistance. This would definitely help you find out the choicest auto insurer.

Why should you shop around for free auto insurance quotes?

1. Shopping for free car insurance quotes gives you the following benefits:
2. You can find out what a particular insurer is offering that others aren’t
3. The coverage and rates of various insurers can be compared
4. There are various outstanding discounts such as responsible driver or good student discounts from the reputed car insurers all over the country
5. You can save a lot of money

Auto insurance is an industry which is full of competition and every company is vying to get your business. Shopping around carefully for your quotes would help you get the right policy and save money.

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Get free online car insurance quotes to save money

If you have a car, then you should insure it to protect yourself from damages that might be caused as a result of an accident. You can buy car insurance from various sources. For buying a good policy, it’s important that you gather and compare quotes.

Previously, if you wanted to receive a car insurance quote, you had to talk to an insurance agent and provide details about you and your vehicle. He would subsequently carry out a number of formalities and return to you with a quote after many days. Comparison shopping was a term that was typically uncommon. You had to visit many insurers to find the right policy for your needs. Now you don’t have to do it. Obtaining free insurance quotes online helps you save money and choose the most suitable policy.

How can you get free car insurance quotes online?

Given below are two principal techniques that you can follow to receive free auto insurance quotes from the Internet:
You can visit the websites of auto insurers and complete the online quote form with similar details
You can visit the website of a quote aggregator such as Cheapcarinsurance.com for collecting many quotes simultaneously

The first option would take more time and you wouldn’t always get the most affordable rate by visiting the website of an insurer. Using the second option is certainly more beneficial for you. You might be eligible for attractive discounts if you get quotes from an aggregator website.

Managing your information When you’re receiving quotes from different insurers, it might be hard to remember what you prefer about every insurer. You can prepare a basic spreadsheet and include names of the insurers you’re thinking about working with. You should subsequently make columns for comparing various elements such as:

1. The amount of collision or comprehensive coverage
2. Overall cost of the policy
3. Benefits and discounts
4. Additional coverage such as emergency roadside assistance. This would definitely help you find out the choicest auto insurer.

Why should you shop around for free auto insurance quotes?

1. Shopping for free car insurance quotes gives you the following benefits:
2. You can find out what a particular insurer is offering that others aren’t
3. The coverage and rates of various insurers can be compared
4. There are various outstanding discounts such as responsible driver or good student discounts from the reputed car insurers all over the country
5. You can save a lot of money

Auto insurance is an industry which is full of competition and every company is vying to get your business. Shopping around carefully for your quotes would help you get the right policy and save money.

Read more...