Cherryl Anne Cruz
There really isn’t any doubt that H.I.D. bulbs are gaining a lot of appeal in the automotive industry. Ask most luxury car owners and it’s one of the things they have included in their “To Buy” list. In fact, some even prefer to buy cars with installed HID lamps already. These bulbs have slowly become a household name in the industry — thanks to the right combination of style and safety that it is becoming known for.

Due to its popularity, a lot of manufacturers are also starting to install these lights in their vehicles. Here are some known brands that use HID Xenon Conversion Kits.

Acura

When you buy xenon lights, ask for the “xenon package.” HID Kits only introduced in their factory recently, that’s why they mostly deal with aftermarket Xenon conversion kits. Some models who can carry these kits are Acura Integra, Acura RSX, Acura MDX, Acura TL, Acura RL, Acura RDX, Acura EL, Acura TSX, Acura Vigor, Acura CL. Acura NSX, are now able to have xenon Kit installed onto them, even if they were not equipped to do so.

Audi

Audi HID Kit easily found on the market compared to other cars. You can choose from different bulb sizing to fit your headlights, low beam or high beam, and also your fog lights.

BMW

Xenon Kits have been placed in BMW’s since mid to late 90’s, and it has been a pattern for most of their models ever since. BMW installs offers HID kit options on their following vehicles: BMW E36 1992-1999, BMW E46 2000- 2006, BMW E90 2005 to present, BMW E32 1987-1994, BMW E38 1994- 2001, BMW E34 1987- 1996, BMW E60 and E61 2004- present, BMW E65 and E66 2002- 2007, BMW E63 and E64 2004 – present, BMW Z1, BMW Z3, BMW Z4, BMW X3, BMW X5, BMW X6.

BMW also offers HID upgrades for many of their new cars. But they don’t offer xenon for older cars. This is the reason why the aftermarket industry offers BMW Xenon kits in the market today. They are designed to be a complete plug and play kit, so it would be easy for drivers to install it themselves.

Cadillac

Cadillac xenon lights are now available through an aftermarket supplier. The Kit is ready to install, and uses the plug and play system.

Chevy

Chevy models that have these kits include the Tahoe, Silverado, Malibu, Surburban, HHR, C-1500 Pickups and other great cars made by Chevy.

Jaguar

The Jaguar models you can install these kits into are the S-type, X-type, XF, XJ6, XJ6, XJR, XJ8, and XK8.

Mercedes

Mercedes introduces these kits as an OEM upgrade on certain models of their vehicles. Aftermarket Mercedes Xenon Conversion Kits are designed to be a complete plug and play for Mercedes cars, SUVs, and minivans. They come in many different bulb sizes such as; H1, H3, H4, H7, h13, 9004, 9005, 9006, 9007, D1S, D2S, H1, H3, H4-1, H7, 9004-1, 9005, 9006, 9007-1.

HID Conversion Kits lights are definitely making its presence known in the automotive industry. Many car aficionados and manufacturers agree: The combination of style and safety that these kits offer truly gives them an edge in bringing quality and substance to the forefront of modern technological innovation.



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Robin Hamilton
When you purchased your Mustang and drove it home, you felt so good, didn’t you? Well now that you have had it at home for some time, you’re ready for a change. Maybe you have noticed a lot of Mustangs looking just like yours. Well in this world today, you will see the same exact car you are driving. It’s inevitable and going to happen. Well there is something you can do about it. It’s all in aftermarket auto parts. Yes, you to can make a change to your automobile. Mustang or not, you can still make that change, its really as simple as adding some aftermarket items, from interior to exterior and even performance items.

One of the best alternatives to stock automobiles is a set of nice wheels and tires. This is one way you can add your personality and give your ride that distinctive look. A few items to keep in mind and that is, the size of tire and wheel you are running on your vehicle now vs. what you want to put on it. There are restrictions to the size of wheel and tire you can mount. So make sure you do some research. There are a lot of forums about wheels and tires as well as you local tire company. All you really need is the make, model and year of your car and the current tire size that is mounted on your vehicle. The last thing you want to do is spend the money on some wheels and tires and find out they won’t fit on your vehicle. Make sure you do some research on the types of materials that the wheels are made of. Some take extra care in keeping them clean, where some do not! I also like to mention to take a look at what type of tire your mounting. Is it going to handle the type of driving that you are doing? Another recommendation is if you change out your wheels and tires, hold on to your stock set and run the stock set in the winter, if you drive it in the winter and if you live in the north.

Interior accessories are always a nice way to add some change to your interior. Mustang has a great billet package. Door handles, door locks, accessory control knobs, shifters, pedal covers and door runners. There are also a lot of different types of instrument panel colors and gauges if you want to get that far into it. Some also go as far as changing out the seats to a more racing style. If this is what you are looking for, they make some nice custom seats available for the Mustang.

Exterior accessories are another alternative to a different look. You can start out with some aftermarket headlamps or tail lights. Or you can get exotic with body kits. Most are performance driven as well. What I mean is most body kits are designed to help in the handling of the vehicle. Rear spoilers are very good at getting some more down force on the rear end. Where front and rear body kits can help out with wind resistance. All change the look and enhances the handling capabilities. Hoods are also a nice way to change the looks. You have the option of changing out the hood complete, or you can order a nice hood scoop already painted and ready to be mounted to your stock hood. Some are functional and some are pure looks. Functional would be for added air intake, like ram air. Keep in mind that most body kit parts need to be painted, so make sure you budget for this. Talk to a local paint shop to get an estimate so you know what it is going to take.

Now we can get into the performance side of it. I know you want to make that Mustang rumble a little, right? Well from headers, to H pipes, cat back systems, and high flow mufflers, you can purchase them all. How about checking out a supercharger. You can upgrade your horsepower greatly and still use it as a daily driver. This gets a little deep as to installation, but most kits come complete with everything you need. And to be honest it really isn’t much of an issue to install yourself. If not a supercharger, then maybe a cold air induction kit. A note on cold air intakes. Make sure you purchase a real cold air kit. This means the air filter typically mounts outside of the engine compartment and or is contained from the engine compartment. I have seem so many people run a short tube off the mass air unit and the filter is under the hood. Well if you think about it, you are pulling hot air into your intake. Not good. You want cooler air. Cooler air, more power! Now don’t get me wrong here, if you build it to run the strip that’s fine, but if you are going to be driving it around all day, get a true cold air induction kit. Most will mount to the fender well area and the filter sits up inside the fender. Do a little research online, many forums have tons of information available. I highly recommend if you never attempted doing any installation on performance parts, go see an authorized mechanic. After all you want to dive your Mustang, not wrench on it all the time.

Aftermarket auto parts for your Mustang or any of your blue oval rides are a great way to make a change. Mustangs are so popular that you almost have to personalize it yourself. Remember to always make sure your purchasing the parts you need for your make, model and year of your Mustang, or any of your rides as far as that goes. There have been so many models of the Mustang that it gets scary. So make sure you do your research and get some ideas, and ask questions! This is one of the best ways to understand what that part is going to do for you before you purchase them.



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Hailey Kerr
Ah, the perks of owning a BMW. Driving your BMW 325, with its excellent performance, style, safety features and its quality BMW 325 parts– you just know that you made the right decision when you drove out the showroom with this engineering masterpiece for the first time.

So you made an excellent decision. How about if you want to buy another car? With the myriad of choices available today, all hailing their products as the best in the market, how do you know which one is the real deal?

Well maybe Which? Car can help you.

Which? Car has recently named the ten Don’t Buy cars you’d be better off leaving on dealers’ forecourts and 20 Best Buys you can drive with confidence.

You don’t see a lot of car magazines telling people which cars not to buy, but Which? Car has identified three new cars with such poor safety ratings it may be best to avoid them like a plague.

There are also seven used cars in the list.

Don’t Buys

The ten cars to avoid are:

Chevrolet Matiz (new)

Chrysler Voyager (new)

Dodge Caliber (new)

Citroen Saxo (1996-2003)

Fiat Punto (1999-2006)

Peugeot 106 (1996-2003)

Rover 200/25 (1995-2005)

Citroen Xsara (1997-2004)

Renault Megane (1996-2003)

Land Rover Freelander (1997-2006)

According to Which? Car Editor Richard Headland, “Arthur Daley may have gone out of business, but there are still some pretty dodgy motors out there. We think motorists should steer well clear of these ten cars which are either unsafe, unreliable, or both.”

Of course when there are worst choices for cars, there should be the best buys, right?

Which? Car 2007 Best Buys (new)

Superminis: Honda Jazz, Mazda 2, Toyota Yaris

Medium cars: BMW 1 Series, Mazda 3, VW Golf

Large cars: BMW 3 Series, Honda Accord, Lexus IS, Toyota Prius

Luxury cars: Audi A6, Jaguar XJ, Lexus GS

Mini MPVs: Nissan Note, Renault Modus

MPVs (people carriers): Ford S-Max, Honda FR-V, Toyota Verso

Sports cars: Mazda MX-5, VW Eos

Which? Car 2007 Best Buys (used)

Superminis: Toyota Yaris (1999-2005), Vauxhall Corsa (2000-2006)

Medium cars: Toyota Yaris Verso (2000-2005)

Large cars: Ford Focus (1998-2004), Honda Civic (2000-2005), Toyota Corolla (2002-2006)

Luxury cars: BMW 3 Series (1998-2005), Honda Accord (1998-2003), Lexus IS (1999-2005)

Mini MPVs: Toyota Previa (2000-2005)

MPVs (people carriers): Mazda MX-5 (1998-2005)

Sports/coupes: Honda CR-V (2001-2006)

For complete information regarding Which? Car’s Don’t Buys and Best Buys check out their website at https://www.which.co.uk/.

About Which? Car

Which? Car is largest consumer body in the UK, with over 650,000 members. Now on its 50th anniversary this year, the organization continues to tackle the issues that matter to all consumers, from testing household products like washing machines and digital cameras to confronting important consumer issueslike mis-selling to hospital food. Which? Car is committed to providing unbiased advice to consumers, and has spearheaded some great new initiatives including their Best Buy Icon and the inaugural Which? Awards.



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Ross Hinton
How about a credible classic as a second car, runabout or something to kick-start the hobby off… and all for under a thousand pounds?  The classic car enthusiasts at Sureterm Direct came up with this list that they thought might start you dreaming.

Hillman Avenger

Why buy - It’s a stylish, low cost runabout that does the job as good as any rival and is a lot cheaper than most. Miles better than the old Minx and Hunter, there’s a wide range of two or four-door saloons and roomy estates, plus GT and luxury GLS offshoots.

Best bits –  Lively performance (especially 1600 and all GT’s) and good, clean handling mark this Hillman out as one if the better saloons of the 70’s, and this goes for the trim levels too, especially the GL and GLS.

Best buys – GTs and GLS models, 1500GL, and some good special editions.

Spares and Support – Bearable but you will need to look far and wide. Club support better than most thanks to the official Association of clubs.

Triumph TR7

Why buy - The TR7 is a misunderstood and overlooked TR and yet it’s as accomplished as any of the earlier icons and far more sophisticated, especially its suspension. There’s a good number around going cheap and can only rise in value.

Best bits – The TR7 drives much better than it looks with TR6 pace, far better handling and good refinement, especially the coupe. There are loads of cheap and effective upgrades to refine the car further.

Best buys – Nice coupe or a pretty average convertible if you can get one in the budget but the latter are rare.

Spares and Support – The former is pretty good – club support to usual TR standards and there are TR7 specialists now sprouting up, some are even remanufacturing bits.

Jaguar XJ40

Why buy – There can’t be a cheaper more accessible way to own a classic car and while the XK40 has been derided, it’s now starting to gain respect. It has all the good points of the old XJ6 but in a more modern package. Loads around, it’s a great ‘first step’ Jaguar.

Best bits – The XJ is a genuine Jag with sublime handling and a cosseting ride that’s even better than the old S3. The pace and grace is there while top models come with everything, especially Daimlers.

Best buys – Always on condition and avoid the 2.9, or leather-less models

Spares and Support – No real worries plus there’s a good spread of specialists to contain costs. Club support not as good as older jaguars, but it’s improving by the month.

MG Montego

Why buy – If you’re after a modern sporty saloon with a raffish charm for general duties, then the MG Montego wins. It’s the new age Magnette in every way and you’d be pressed to pay £1000 for even the best example. And it’s a car we can see creeping up in value and respect.

Best bits – The Montego wears the MG badge with ease care of good performance (towering in Turbo form), and pleasing civility. It’s a very roomy saloon that was well equipped for its era and tasteful

Best buys – A nice well looked after 2.0Efi

Spares and Support – Not as good as ‘trad’ MGs but not too bad. Usual array of MG clubs ensure that strong support will always be there.

Porsche 924

Why buy – There’s no cheaper, sleep-easier way to get into pukka porche ownership – despite the 924’s image! VW/Audi parts ensure inexpensive running and although the 924 is no supercar, the performance is nothing to grumble over either. Dead reliable and lots around going cheap, but values are intensifying.

Best bits – Nice packaging with great weight distribution makes the 924 a fine driver’s car. Pace just adequate on early models but pretty rapid on 944-powered 924S. Hatch provides day to day versatility or they make good cheap racers.

Best buys – Anything honest and original, but five-speeders or later 924S best.

Spares and Support – WV/Audi parts means few probs (beetle bits too) and plenty of scrappers around for spares. Good club and specialist support.

Vauxhall Chevette

Why buy – If you’re after old school economy fun that’s simple to keep and fun to drive, then the Chevette is for you. With its Viva engine married to an Opel Kadett chassis it goes a treat plus there’s shed loads you can do to improve it.

Best bits – Rear wheel drive, the chevette is a classic handler while the Viva 1256cc engine is fairly peppy. Handily-sized, the Vauxhall feels small next to a new supermini. Simple mechanics couldn’t be easier to service.

Best buys – Condition counts above all else, but go for hatch or estate models launched in 1975 as a hatch with saloons and estates for ’76. Top GLS model and hot 16-valve HS and rally bred HSR join range by ’78. Various specials, such as E and ES, and 1980s facelifts before axe in ’84.

Spares and Support – Most mechanical parts are obtainable but body panels are not, so it’s autojumble time! Club support generally okay, but will never be Ford good.

Ford Capri MK2/MK3

Why buy – Despite being 40 in 2009, Capris are still promising and the less popular Mk2/Mk3 hatchbacks are still cheap. Hatchback versatility, decent drive with easy spares and mods make the Ford a practical proposition and we reckon prices will rise soon.

Best bits – Rear wheel drive, lively 1.6/2.0 Pinto engines and huge potential for modernising, Capris are sensible second car classics. Easy to drive, fairly refined and neatly trimmed in top Ghia forms.

Best buys – Condition counts most here but go for 2.0 in GL, LS or Cabaret trim if you can.

Spares and Support

Being a Ford the oily bits are very easy to source and repair while body panels seem fairly available. As expected, there’s very strong club/aftermarket support.

BMW 3 Series

Why buy – It was the yuppie’s transport 25 years ago and now the 80s 3 series is fast becoming a classic – specially the quick ones. Sturdy, classy and with classic rear wheel drive handling, these cars are highly practical and useable and simple enough to maintain at home.

Best bits – Cleanly styled, this BMW has timeless good looks. Sport versions are worth hunting down and the estates, through tiny, are handy holdalls.

Best buys – Anything original and cared for; 320i, 325i, 318iS especially.

Spares and Support – Well served by independents and general aftermarket (so cheapish spares) with strong support from a variety of BMW and tuning clubs in UK and Europe.



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Louie
A number of accessories are added to a car after purchase. There is a big market of these accessories. Body kits come almost at the *** end of this exercise. They are as important as any other equipment. A number of pros and cons have to be considered before acquiring them.

When a car is driven it moves through atmospheric air. Though invisible, air does exert pressure on the car as it moves. It offers resistance to the motion of the car. Effort should be made to reduce the pressure. Body kits have an important role here. Suitably designed bumpers, skirts, and spoilers can reduce the resistance. It will increase the speed of the car marginally.

Body kits can change the overall look and contours of a car. A wise selection of body kits can impart an entirely new look to your car. You can give it a look of your choice.

Formerly body kits were made of metals. Now a days poly urethane and fiberglass are predominantly used. Consequently now body kits are available in a wide range of shapes and colors.

Proper installation of body kits is equally important. Any fault in installation would adversely affect the utility of body kits or it may even cause damage. It is presumed that you would have ensured beforehand that the body kits that you have purchased are not damaged.

Body kits are available in auto stores. There is a wide variety of them. You can also search for them and buy them online. It would save your time and lessen your trouble. For further information you can go to www.ilovebodykits.com.

A properly equipped car is something of which you can be proud. It will impress those who look at it. If you have judiciously selected body kits and other parts you can make your car stand out amongst other similar cars. It will publicize itself and you as well.

It is said a thing of beauty is a joy forever. The time and money you spend on choosing, buying and installing body kits will be well worth the effort.



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Lance talks to Vic Edelbrock Jr. at Vic's Garage, a museum at the Edelbrock site in Torrance, CA. They take a look at a Kurtis Kraft Midget Racer, a 1940 Ford, and a famous Camaro SS 350. …

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Robert
Purchasing a used car can be a risky proposition for a variety of reasons. For starters, unless you buy a certified used car, then you really have no idea how well of a condition the car is in and even if you buy a used car from a dealer, you can’t be sure that the car won’t die the minute you sign the contract. Another issue is false mileage readings and previous accident history. Although there are services that can help you address this problem, you need to make sure you are aware of them and use them. To help you, I’d like to tell you step by step how you can decrease your chances of getting ripped off and increase your chances of finding the used car of your dreams.

The two most common places to buy a used car are at car dealerships and in newspapers, although eBay is becoming very popular as well. If you are dealing with a private owner, you should always ask for a CARFAX vehicle history report, which will tell you the vehicle’s mileage and accident history. If the owner is unwilling to show this to you, then the chances are very high that they have something to hide, at which point you should walk away. Most car dealerships will offer this without any hassle, but again if they refuse, then you need to walk away.

The second thing that you need to do is to try and trace the owner history as far back as possible. Knowing how many owners have owned the car will be great help in making your decision. If there have been a lot of owners, then it will be difficult to know the overall condition of the car or could signify the car has had a history of problems. If a vehicle has had very few owners then it is much more likely to have been treated well and sold in good condition.

If you are buying from a private owner, you will definitely have a hard time getting a warranty from them, but you can always purchase an aftermarket warranty from another company. However, at a minimum you want to make sure they have kept and maintained vehicle service records. Car dealerships often provide a minimum of a 1 year warranty, although often you can find one up to 3 years. Try to find a car with the longest warranty possible in the event that there is a hidden problem.

Lastly, make sure you check the used vehicle’s value in the Kelly Blue Book, which should offer both private and dealer values. You are much more likely to get a fair price if you know what the car is worth beforehand.

Buying a used car can definitely be a very risky proposition if you don’t know what you are doing, but if you are armed with the tools necessary to do it right, then you are much more likely to end up with a steal rather than a dud.



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Evander Klum
Market sales of aftermarket parts have shown considerable growth over the years. One reason that might account for this apparent rise in record sales is practicality on the part of consumers. Aftermarket parts cost less than OEM ones, after all. Thus, while other companies strove to improve the quality of their merchandise by specializing in the production of specific parts, some car companies decided to team up with other aftermarket companies, knowing that such arrangements would enable them to offer aftermarket auto components to consumers. As more and more aftermarket manufacturers started to operate with exacting production standards, aftermarket parts began to be recognized allowing cars to deliver high quality performances.

It was no wonder, then, why a number of reliable companies that manufactured auto parts the likes of Acura Aftermarket Parts especially designed to provide efficiency and durability, emerged from the woodwork. As companies continued to produce Acura Aftermarket Parts with such qualities in tow, aftermarket manufactures finally succeeded in establishing a hammerlock on the industry. In some cases, Acura Aftermarket Parts were so well-built that owners of Acura car models bought them in place of OEM Acura parts since the parts functioned just as well as the original ones.

An extensive roster of Acura Aftermarket Parts are easily available in the market nowadays, at reasonably competitive price queues. Some of these aftermarket parts sources also offer wonderful warranty services to customers as part of their programs. For those who are looking for hard-to-find special aftermarket parts such as Acura Brake Dust Shields, Acura TSX Parts, or even the Acura Ignition Coil can ask these sources for assistance. Acura is the brand name used by the Japanese car manufacturer Honda Motor Company for the row of luxury cars that it has produced in the US, Canada and Hong Kong since March 1986. Aside from marketing luxury automobiles, the brand also includes near-luxury vehicles in its inventory. Acura was introduced in Mexico in 2004 as well as in Chinese markets in 2006. Of late, plans to establish a stronger market presence for Acura in the Japanese market are expected to materialize in 2008. With the Acura brand, Honda has been credited for being the first automaker to tap into the market for luxury cars specifically catered to a Japanese client base outside Japan. And since the formation of Honda’s aftermarket division, the company has also been recognized for being able to offer great choices in aftermarket parts.

So, in selecting the kind of car parts one wishes to install in one’s vehicle, if one is keen on keeping things on a practical keel, counting on Acura Aftermarket Parts to boost vehicle performance is infinitely the best way to go. Because Acura Aftermarket parts are manufactured to Honda’s specifications, top performance is unquestionably assured.



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Robin Hamilton
If you are like me, you went out and purchased your new Mustang because you wanted it. Plain and simple, you saw it and wanted it so you purchased it. Then your driving down the road and you see the same exact Mustang that you purchased next to you. Wow, what a blow huh. Well with a little imagination and a bit of cash you can be different. You should think about purchasing some aftermarket auto parts. This can set you apart from the rest. A little imagination, your own personality, a little work and your Mustang can be different. There are several aftermarket auto parts for the Mustang these days. Really there are an endless amount of items.

There are a lot of things you can do to tailor your car to your own personality. Maybe you can start by adding some interior accessories. Billet accessories are a great way to enhance the look. Start out with a few items such as dash control knobs, door locks, door handles, running boards. These are always a good place to start, because you can see the results quickly. Then you can move onto exterior accessories like Matrix headlamps, tinted or clear taillights. These are all items you can install very easily and will set you apart from all the other models like yours.

I have always said a nice set of aftermarket wheels are always a great way to express you taste, and all you need to do is purchase them and have them mounted. Also a nice set of tires to go with. Remember to purchase a set of tires that will mount on your wheels, as well as being correct for your type of driving conditions. I normally recommend that you keep you stock rims and tires for the winter months if you drive it year round and live in the north. Then you can look into some aftermarket suspension. Always looks nice to lower it a little. Gives you that great handling and a nice look.

Now here is the part where you may want to have some aftermarket performance add-ons. This is where you enjoy the excitement when you hit the gas pedal. Items such as cat back exhaust systems, headers, cold air intakes, computer chips and even a supercharger. There are a lot of manufacturers that make superchargers that mount directly to you engine and with a little computer programming, and a few items included in the kit, you are whistling down the road. And you can still use it as a daily driver. But you may even think about taking it to the drag strip to see what kind times you can run with it in the quarter mile.

There are a lot of aftermarket auto parts you can purchase and install on your own. A little homework before you start the project and you are good to go. Also a lot of suppliers have detailed instructions on the how to. I find it very satisfying to do the work myself. You get the feeling that you did it all! And it is always a good conversation piece. Although, if you have not attempted anything like this before, I always recommend a professional to do the install.

If you need an idea of where to start or what to do as for aftermarket auto parts, there is an endless amount of tech forums out there for you to explore. Also attend car shows at your local soda shop. Most car show people are willing to share their stories. Go out and get some Mustang aftermarket auto parts today and get going. You can’t go wrong here. Believe me, you will enjoy the benefits of doing so.



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Louie
Body kits are the items that you look for after buying a car. Most of the essential parts are already there when you buy a car, but some have to be added later. Like when you build a house you raise the main structure  first, then you go in for plaster and paint, install adornments and other such items. They are of use and also give a unique look to your house. Same is the case with body kits vis-a-vis your car. They give a distinct appearance to your house or car, but these are not mere cosmetic embellishments, they have a vital role in the main function.

There are parts which are in the interior of a car while items like body kits, projector headlights and tail lights are installed in its exterior. These add to the safety while driving and at the same time would enable you as body kits do to give a look of your choice to the car. These can be installed separately after the purchase of the car.

In the interior of the car there are assemblages like engine, belts, gears, rods, which generate power and transmit it to the wheels. The engine gives power by combustion of  fuel. The fuel efficiency can be enhanced by installing air intakes. These are optional items depending upon whether you will like your car to make as less noise as is practicable, or would be prepared to tolerate some sound to economize on fuel. These are some of after market products or body kits.

Then there are other items that can be added to give you comfort while driving. If you have to travel long distances this aspect cannot be ignored. You will not like to reach looking tired for an important meeting. What are the items that will add to your comfort? The knowledge of suitable car aftermarket products is needed for this purpose.

Thus there are a number of aftermarket products to serve various purposes. Since there number is huge and there may be others of which you are not aware. Selecting and choosing them is a problem. This is further complicated by the fact that for each item there are several designs catering to various tastes. You can visit Ilovebodykits.com for this purpose. It has a wide range of body kits and other car aftermarket products available at a reasonable price. By these you can make your car safe, sound, sturdy, and give it the desired look to project your personality. Your car will be unique to stand out amongst several others.



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Louie
Every few weeks, months or years we go and spend or even splurge on ourselves. We give ourselves a better look or new knowledge or a new skill. Why do we do that? Because though essentially we are fine, even happy with our good old selves, there is the excitement that adding something new brings that makes life, well exciting.

Have you ever thought this could work just as well with your good old car? That there are products available such as body kits that could transform your car? Yes it is still reliable and the performance is still great. It now has a personality of its own and is almost a family member. But let us face it, the last time it set your pulse racing was years ago.

Here is the good news. You can bring back the excitement almost as good as when you first bought it. Give you car a smashing new look, consider body kits. Car body kits can make a 90’s car outshine the next car that is going to be launched.

If you didn’t opt for a body kit when you first bought your car, or the smart body kits available now were just not available then, go for one now.

Body kits cost nothing compared to a new car and will change your car’s personality dramatically.

You can find information on car aftermarket products to rejuvenate your car including a great range of body kits at www.ilovebodykits.com.

Do not worry that your car maybe too old to be rejuvenated. If it still gets you from A to B reliably then it deserves to get a new body kit after all these years.

And the great thing is you can find full body kits for a wide range of car models here.

So even if you have a car doing faithful duty for a decade or more you can still give it a new look with a great body kit. And add excitement to your own life.



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Louie
Owning and maintaining a car is a job that carries some responsibility. Responsibility starts from the day you decide to buy a car. You would aim to choose a well engineered car that gives optimum mileage. It should be able to safely negotiate traffic on the road, even heavy traffic. The car itself and its aftermarket products contribute to its utility. Car body kits come almost at the end of your quest.

Body kits complement other visible parts of the car. You will be surprised to know that by smartly choosing body kits you can give an entirely new look to your car. The look that you want and others will appreciate. It will bear your stamp. And your car will not be lost amongst numerous others.

Car body kits are fitted on the exterior of your car. That is they are fitted on the front, on the rear, and on the sides of your car. If there be any impact from an outside object they will bear the brunt. Although they may not do much in case of a high velocity impact but for minor bumps and scratches they serve well to protect your car.

While driving, body kits, if well designed, will allow the on rushing air to flow in a streamlined manner around the car. That will reduce resistance offered by the air. It will save fuel to some extent.

Even if you have chosen proper body kits, but if those are ill fitted, you may not be putting them to proper use. It may even be dangerous. An expert well versed in the job should therefore be engaged for the job of fitting them.

Car body kits are not very expensive. Basic body kits can be bought even if your budget is small. In fact one reason for the popularity of body kits is that they are an inexpensive way to add excitement to your car.

Looking for body kits and buying them is not at all bothersome. You need not survey various auto stores for this purpose. You can find more about them on www.ilovebodykits.com. You can also buy them on line. Ultimately you will have a car of which you can be proud. It will underline your presence.



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Now every 3,000-Miles or Three Months which ever comes first take your car in to get it serviced:  Go ahead and change your engine oil and have them do a complete check of all of your fluids plus your tire pressure to make sure that the other fluids are good and that the tire pressure is set prefect also just in case you have a nail or a problem then they will find it out at the mechanic shop, or if you work on your car yourself to make sure to do a complete check list on it.

Now oil and transmission Fluid are one of the main things for the car and the most expensive parts to be changed.  So it is a good idea to make sure you keep your car maintained so that you will not have any problems in the future and to prevent expensive repairs when your car reaches a higher mileage.

Every Six Months: I would defiantly check my windshield wipers, since it is rubber the sun and smog will ware the rubber and it will not work properly.  Or if you decide not to change it during the summer time defiantly change it when winter comes around because it will rain a lot and you don’t want to get stuck somewhere also you want to be safe and not get in an accident for something that will not cost you a lot.  I do recommend that you change the wiper with the original ones from the dealer because they work the best, they last the longest, and they won’t make any noise or fall apart after so many months.  The reason I say not to get aftermarket is because they will change the original wiper and put aftermarket on and then you will use it and later find out that it is not working that good.

You can also find really good articles and info on 104Inc or you can also go to 104Automotive.com or 10mechanic.com and more at 104Inc.com you can find anything you need in your daily life.

Now overall there are 3 factory services that should be done at certain mileage.

First one is a Minor Service done every 7,500 miles:  This service is basically an oil change, rotate tires, ck all fluids, and ck the tire pressure.  Usually the dealers or certain mechanic shops will also steam clean the engine so that it stays clean.

Second is an Intermediate Service done every 15,000 miles:  this service has everything that the Minor Service has plus on certain models you would change the transmission fluid + Valve Cover Gaskets.

Third is a Major Service done every 30,000 miles.  This has everything that the Intermediate Service has plus depending on the make and model of your car things will be different.  But in general you would change the Distributor Cap & Rotor + Spark Plugs + Air Filter + Fuel Filter + Coolant Flush + Brake Fluid Flush.

Now basically this is a good overall procedure of what you would have to do to keep your car in tip top shape so that it runs at its best performance and you get the best gas mileage on the car.  But the main thing is that the car will be reliable and won’t leave you stranded in the middle of no where.





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Jovir
Getting bored with driving your car lately? Perhaps it’s time to consider accessory additions or replacements. Here’s a few tips to help you rev up your ride:

The Interior

To give comfort and flair to your ride, you can load up on new aftermarket accessories readily available at your local car shop from various makers with impressive and stylish designs. Common updates for the interior include:

Carpets/ floor mats, Seat covers, Headrests, Moon light, Strobe lighting, Neon lights, Mobile phone and drink holders, Seat belt harness and pads, CD Organizers, Cockpit films, Dash kits, Door guards, Gauge facers, Pedal pads, Shift pads, Steering wheels, Steering wheel covers, Steering wheel accessories and Sunshades.

Let’s discuss some of the most important upgrades mentioned above. Carpets and mats are very important for your car as they help protect the floor against the entry of dust, rust and moisture which can easily eat up your floor without you knowing it. Seat covers on the other hand will help protect your seats while making them look more stylish. You can even have your covers as the highlight of your planned theme for the interior!

Steering wheels or steering wheel covers will provide you better grip and handling on the wheel. Shift knobs look trendy while providing an improved grip. Pedal pads ensure better grip while adding accent to your cockpit. Seat belt harness and pads may not only look pleasing to the eyes but will help ensure that you and your passengers are safely and comfortably held to the seats when needed. Steering wheel accessories allow you to integrate important triggers and buttons into your steering wheel for ease and convenience. A Custom dash kit is one great way to compliment your interior theme and it usually comes in numerous finishes such as wood veneer and carbon fiber.

The Exterior

Now that we’re done with the interior, we will now give your exterior a make over. Consider the following upgrades the next time you visit the auto shop:

Paint, grille, billet door handles, wings, spoilers, headlights, tail lights and rims. For a really enhanced look, you can also go for a whole new body kit installation.

In a summary, select the best type of paint (Acrylic or Urethane) and finish your car in a color that’s trendy or in tune with your taste and personality. Look for an aftermarket grille which is an upgraded version from your car’s brand or something that is custom designed. Spoilers will improve your car’s aerodynamics while giving it a fuller edge and design. A change in your headlight, tail light casing and bulb colors will also make your car attractive, not to mention improve your view. An upgrade in Mags/ Rims will definitely enhance your car’s profile as well as its grip on the road. Select from various finishes such as chrome, stainless-steel and alloy, that suit your taste. Always remember to compliment a rim change with the appropriate tires. Body kit installations are available at specialized car shops, look for one in your area that caters to quality personalized designs or is the town popular so you’re really getting your money’s worth.

Under the hood

Engine – Have your engine overhauled to bring it back to pristine condition or consider installing a performance chip to boost it even further. Chips can easily be fitted with fuel injection and an Electronic Control Unit (ECU). Installing one often results with a 10-15% power boost in regular engines and a 10% horsepower increase in turbo engines.

Brakes- You need to improve your brakes for better handling and safety. Install performance pads and upgrade performance discs. Performance brake pads enhance your braking power and can withstand much more abuse than their regular counterparts.

Air Filter- Replace your air filter or the filter element in the air filter. For fuel injection engines, enhance the airflow by removing the original box containing the air filter and hoses and then put an induction kit in place. It looks like a cone filter that can be attached directly to the air flow meter, making a more direct and smooth airflow to the engine.

Exhaust – Always see to it that nothing blocks the way of gases on their way out for greater power. You can replace the original exhaust with aftermarket assortments out in car shops. Simply select one that fits your taste.



Suspension- You might want to lower your springs for a leaner look and get a better grip for your car. Springs reduce roll when taking corners and will give your tires better contact with the road. Although you might encounter slight problems when driving over small bumps, these springs will come in handy as they will stiffen and reduce roll when you take on corners. You can also employ shock absorbers and up-rated bushes to upgrade your suspension.

Simply follow these simple tips and you’ll be zooming off to a brand new ride. Just don’t forget to buckle up while you’re at it.

Jovir Amatong

jamatong@autoterminal.com



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Mike Briglia
Here in the USA it seems that depending on what city you are influences what car accessories are actually popular to you and your friends. And a lot of it actually has to do with the weather.

Case and point, in the Ohio Valley and the northeastern states like Pennsylvania, New York or New Jersey, one of the most popular truck accessories on the market would be the truck tonneau cover. This is truck accessory purchase is totally weather related because people in the northeast have to put up with a lot of cold, wet and snowy weather in the winter and want to try to keep their truck beds dry if they can, and keep the snow out as well. Yes, a tonneau cover looks nice, and yes it might help you save a few gallons of gas on a nice long trip, but the main reason that customers ask for the tonneau cover would be to keep out the weather.

In the southern states like Florida, Texas or Arizona they have different problems to deal with. The sun! Can you imagine having too much sun? I know its hard to do, but when thinking about what auto accessories you want to add to your car or truck it has a lot to do with it. The sun can really beat / burn things up if left outside every day.

In the southern states the most popular accessories that people add to their trucks are the stainless steel accessories including nerf bars, rocker panel moldings, billet grilles and truck bed rails. Why? Stainless steel wont burn, deteriorate, shrink, crack, fade or anything else like that. Thats one of the reasons that the southern folks like to dress up their trucks with chrome accessories.

Most of the time the influence starts at the dealer level, being maybe your local Chevy, Dodge or Ford dealerships in your area. They seem to be the guys that would initially test aftermarket accessories like these on your truck, and after they dress up and sell a lot of them in town, the potential new customers see these vehicles driving down the road and actually start calling the dealers asking for the parts they see.

Sometimes they dont even know what to ask for, for example a stainless steel nerf bar is sometimes referred to as a chrome nerf bar, a chrome tube rail, side bars or side steps, but many suppliers of aftermarket accessories are well versed in synonyms in the business.



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Louie
You have just bought your dream car. You would think your task of inquiry and search is over. Not yet. You have still to fit body kits in your car. You need not be afraid that you may have to face another tiring round of fresh inquiries. Actually it is an opportunity.

It is more of a blessing which gives you a wider choice of adorning your car. You are free to choose body kits of your liking. Body kits are available in a variety of colors and shapes. With smart selection you can give an entirely new look to your car.

Their main utility is not limited to giving a new look to your car. These are useful items having well defined functions. Expenditure on these items need not be considered as expenditure on decorating your car.

You need not think that body kits are mere additions to something which has already been completed. Therefore, you can not have a casual approach in selecting them. Proper care has to be taken in buying them and installing them.

You have not to fear that you may have to spend large sum in buying them. These are not expensive items. They give you value for money.

These items are easy to install. Even then proper attention has to be paid while installing them. A professional who is expert in this job should be engaged.

An online search for body kits is easy these days. A wide range of body kits of latest designs are available. You can access www.ilovebodykits.com for selecting body kits and knowing more about them.

You had been careful in selecting and buying your car. Addition of tastefully selected body kits will enhance the looks of your car. It will publicize your good taste. It will carry your signature. In a row of several cars it will stand out as your and only your car.

There is a joy in driving a vehicle that is uniquely yours and suits your style and taste just as other things that are part of your life do. Such as your clothes, your favorite food and the music you enjoy.



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