[How-to] Soup Up Your Car

A lot of people can't understand why someone would want to change the car's exhaust only to produce a stronger sound, draw flames on the side of the car, or put flashy spinning wheels. Those people see cars simply as means of transportation, while other modify their cars to enhance their performances and to make it look better and more fun, and they see it as an opportunity for a creative expression.

There are a lot of ways to soup up your car. For starters, we'll take a look at some modifications you can do to the exterior.

Spoilers are one of those accessories that have both practical and stylistic functions. They enhance the aerodynamic abilities of the car, and they make it look edgy and sporty. You can get spoilers made of fiberglass, plastic, carbon fiber or polyurethane. They are all lightweight materials and don't add substantial weight to the car.

Then you can tint the windows. If you live in a state where they are legal, because there are some states where they are not, you can get them tinted, which will protect you from nosy looks and from the direct sunlight during hot summer days. You can either replace the window or apply a dark window film.

When it comes to the paint job, there are countless possibilities for car owners. You can put bright flame decals, stripes, you can even apply a character or a scene from your favorite movie or comic book, some animal print or the American flag for the patriotic souls.

Neon lights are another nice addition to a car. They can be installed on the undercarriage, under the seats, or around the grille. It will make your car really stand out from the crowd.

No car can be considered completely souped up without putting some stylish new rims on it. You can choose from a wide array wheel materials and types. Steel is the most attractive material, and you can't go wrong with some coll spinner wheels, either.

And finally, putting personalized license plates can be a great finishing touch to your souped up car. For a small additional fee, you can choose to put your name or nickname on it, a number that has a special meaning to you, or even a fun wordplay. There are fanatics that are doing some interior modifications to the cars as well.

There are countless other possibilities for making a cool souped up car, and you just need to release the full potential of your imagination and, of course, be willing to spend a couple of thousands of dollars.