It’s never really as easy as it looks to own a car. While purchasing a new vehicle can be stressful and expensive, keeping an older vehicle can be just as costly and even result in the engine flatlining. A used automobile is typically the best option for those car aficionados who like their vehicles and go to great lengths to keep them functioning flawlessly. Learning every small aspect of the automobile may turn into a pastime in and of itself, due to the abundance of aftermarket information and parts availability made possible by sizable internet communities. Whether for performance, pure looks, or both, car mods can increase your car’s value and can set you apart from the rest of the pack. Here are 7 of the most popular car mods to check out.

1.Air Filters

Replacing old air filters will help with the performance of your car. This quick and inexpensive mod will prolong your engine’s life as well as reduce car emissions. This simple performance booster if installed correctly will also reduce fuel consumption and boost acceleration.

2. Tires/ Rims

One modification that can directly affect how well your car performs is this one. For instance, a lower tire profile can aid in weight reduction while wheel size and width can influence grip and acceleration. Having a good-looking wheel as well as a newer tire can make your car look brand new.

3. Car Wrap

Having a nice wrap on your car can protect your car from various hazards. The wrap protects the paint from your car and makes your car look slick and clean and if you don’t like it you can always take it off the removal process is very easy. Car wraps offer a variety of designs and textures that paint alone can’t copy.

4. Tint

This mod not only gives your car a sharper look but window tinting also helps provide privacy as well as comfort to its driver. Tints come in various percentages depending on how dark you’d like the tint to be.

5. Body Kits

Having a body kit makes your car look sportier than the same model without one. These kits improve the overall appearance while giving your car a  custom look. It may not make your car go any faster but if it looks good in the parking lot it definitely makes you feel good, too.

6. Exhaust

Modding the exhaust can be tricky and expensive, but when done right, the pros outweigh the cons. Installing mods for the exhaust will make your engine function better and sound better. If you ever want to sell your car, installing mods for the exhaust can increase the value of the car significantly, a little investment will do you good.

7. Coilover / Lowering Springs

Adjusting the height of your car can make your car look a lot cleaner. Nobody wants their car to look too high or too low. Coilovers/springs can also improve riding quality making your car run smoother when done right.