One of the trends which has quickly caught the eye of many automobile enthusiasts in India was car modification. Whether for performance enhancement, to enhance the look, or to add one’s unique features, the experience of modifying one’s car is enjoyable. However, modifying a car has a cost factor attached to it; for this reason, people try to avoid as many changes as possible and claim it is quite expensive. The fact is that proper planning and proper knowledge of how to customize your car make it possible even when someone has limited resources.
This Blog is focused on providing you with some economic car modification options available in India, so that you will not only enjoy the use of your vehicle, but it will also look unique without spending too much.
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Performance Modifications
Improvement of your car with optimal performance does not have to be attained by the expensive replacement of your car engine or the purchase of an expensive turbocharger. There are rational means of adjustment to your car that will help a lot in the improvement of the drivability of your car.
Air Filters
K&N and BMC have clear superiority with washable and reusable engine air filters
Low Budget Estimates: ₹3000 – ₹7000
Exhaust System
A performance exhaust system not just complements the performance gains, but also optimises the aesthetics and sound of the car. Cities like Pune or Coimbatore have local exhaust shops that do exhaust systems that are within limits and don’t get overboard with the noise.
Low Budget Estimates: ₹5000 – ₹15000
Brake Pads
Performance brake pads have the advantage of greater stopping power and quicker pedal responsiveness. This is a major safety feature since it can change how you operate and use the car, especially for aggressive drivers and poor weather use.
Low Budget Estimates: ₹2500 – ₹10,000
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Body Work
The outer part of a car is the most visible element and most people will start from that section meaning it is the easiest section to modify especially when you are running on a tight budget.
Alloy wheels
Changing the wheels of your car may transform how it appears. Alloy wheels tend to be the modification fit for many cars due to their potential change in appearance or ease in fitting and light in mass. Karol Bagh in Delhi is well known for providing the best quality and affordable alloys.
Budget: ₹5000 to ₹20,000 (Inexpensive alloys)
Wraps
Modifying your car’s look does not have to break the bank, as one can use vinyl wraps or decals. Whether it is matte finish, racing stripes or any custom graphic design for which a paint job is undesirable, or just painting the entire vehicle, vinyl wraps have them all without the hassle of full paint spraying.
Budget Range: ₹10,000 – ₹30,000
Headlights And Taillights
LED headlights and taillights give the vehicle a sophisticated and stylish appearance as well as allow better lighting.
Budget Range: ₹2000 –₹7000
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Interior
A drive-in is less enjoyable for most people in the driver’s seat, especially for long journeys. However, small alterations to the interior can improve the situation without excessive spending.
Seat Covers
Boasting a new set of seat covers always brings to attention the changes made to a car’s interior space. The most economical seat cover options are found in Karol Bagh, Delhi.
Budget Range: ₹3,695 to ₹15,900.
Steering Wheel Covers
A common mistake is to ignore little things like steering wheel covers or floor mats even though they help enhance the car’s aesthetics. Where possible, go for materials such as suede, leather, and carbon for that class and sophistication.
Budget Range: ₹500- ₹2,500.
Ambient Lighting
Adding LED decorative lighting inside the car is an inexpensive way of making the car feel expensive. Footwell lighting, door strip lighting or illuminated scuff plates can be added as upgrades.
Budget Range: ₹1000 to ₹3000.
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Tech and Gadgets: Smart Car Upgrades
The advances that you can make to the car might be situated under a very affordable bracket like that of electronics and accessories.
Infotainment System
An upgrade to the infotainment system that would merely yet effectively improve your car is allowing more applications, including Android Auto and Apple car play.
Budget Range: ₹ 10,569 to ₹ 25,990
Dash Cameras
In India, people are embracing the use of dash cameras due to their enormous security merits. A decent dash is quite reasonable as it helps guard further your vehicle in cases of accidents and disagreements.
Budget Range: ₹3,000 to ₹6,000
Car Modification: Comfort and Creativity on Your Budget
So, fine-tuning the car on a budget is not just viable but is also very fulfilling. Be it the exterior enhancements, comfort on the inside, or performance tweak, there are many ways one can customize their car without burning a hole in their pockets. There are many local markets, auto shops, and even online stores in India that provide many cheap parts and accessories.
Never forget though, that it is important to make sure that the modifications do not go against the law in the place that you are in. For instance, noise from exhausts, illegal lights and fittings or any other physically dangerous alterations will get one on the wrong side of the law. So it is advisable to make modifications that are legal and safe and one can have a unique car at a reasonable cost.
Also Read: Car Modifications: What’s Legal in India?
