First of all, I apologize for posting so late in the day – my computer was down all morning until mid afternoon and while I finally got a connection about 1:30 or so, it didn’t remain stable until about 5:00, so while this post is a bit late for a Monday, I’ve been thinking about Cars for Girls readers all day!

Today, I thought I’d do a fun post about personalizing our rides and what we do to let everyone know it’s our car we’re driving.  Buying our own car – whether new or used – is a most enjoyable milestone for sure, but making it all our own takes on a special significance that can’t be copied.  Oh sure, people can try, but personalizing our vehicle is a style all its own simply because we use elements of our own personality to make a statement that says, This car is mine.

Without messing with a bigger engine or putting in dual exhaust, there are inexpensive, moderately priced and more expensive things you can do. Not sure what to do or where to start?  Here are some ideas to get your wheels turning in the right direction.

Inexpensive Tricks:

• Seat Covers
• Steering Wheel Cover
• Personalized Floor Mats
• Personalized License Plate Frame

Moderately Priced Tricks:

• L.E.D. Scrolling Message Display
• L.E.D. Scrolling License Plate Frame
• Window Graphics
• Ground Effect Lights/Under Car L.E.D (check your state regulations)
• Personalized License Plate

Higher Priced Tricks:

• MP3 In Dash Stereo/DVD Player with 3.5 Screen
• Tinted Windows (check your state regulations)
• New Paint Job/Pin Striping
• Custom Wheels/Spinning Rims/New Rims
• Wireless Back Up Safety Digital Camera
• GPS
• New Stereo System
• Add a Sun Roof/Moon Roof

Please be aware that some of the above modifications are permanent, such as installing a sun roof, which will probably decrease the value of your vehicle if you intend to trade it in at a later date.  Always remember to personalize and customize for your own enjoyment and not because you expect those additional awesome extras to add monetary value to your vehicle.

Tricked out your ride?  Share what you’ve done or any suggestions you have!

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