The cost of equipments and trappings ranges from a few dollars to a small fortune. However you can have them installed for much less than the price of a new car.

Interiors. Air-bag, sound and entertainment system, colour instrument dials, silver or colour stitched leather gear knobs, sports pedals, spoilers, body kits, engine covers, interior upgrades in many styles and materials, even in wood grain and of course, custom seats, grille guards, window tinting. This are what old used automobiles lack and adding this options for your car doesn't just beautifies it, it also makes it a safer car.

Wheels. Most good shops have a selection of quality tire brands from which to choose, and can be complimented with any number of attention-grabbing styles of genuine alloy wheels. Think about what your car would look like with a new set of wheels and tires. Cars with a set of new and sparkling mugs and tires makes it noticeable.

Body. You may opt for part to full restoration or just standard to custom repairs and resprays to all stages. Full or part custom or standard panel and paint service. Maybe you would like clear tail-lights or Euro style headlights in chrome or black. You could invest in a Body kit, air bag and lowered springs suspension. But, whatever you do make sure you buy exactly what you want and not what the sales person wants to sell to you. There are a lot of after market parts and add ons for new and used cars nowadays. You may search on line for this parts are not that easy to find and you have to of course purchase a part that is complementary to your car make/model. You may also check on line for cars that has been modified before and you may base what you want to do with your car setup by asking for advices and suggestions from used car dealers or experienced car owners.

Here's a few others that might spur you on:

Air dams and spoilers

Anti-theft devices

Bug deflectors

Carrier racks

Instrumentation

Keyless entry systems

Personal breath alcohol testers

RV and towing accessories

Special shock absorbers

Stereo systems

Striping and/or decals

Sunroofs

Vehicle navigation systems

So if you're considering trading-in your present car, do your sums first. You might find you would be just as pleased, and a lot richer, with a few particular improvements and spruce up your present car to make it part of your personality and stand out from the crowd. Visit free car listings in the Internet or the newspaper and compare how modified cars pricing is different from the stock used automobile.

Of course, don't get too caught up with just a gorgeous car. Make sure it performs well too, and that safety standards are also met. You're not just after driving on the road in good taste, you also want to get there safe and sound. If you have access to a cars classifieds, you will notice that the used cars don't have all the features that the newest automobile models have nowadays. Adding this features can make driving a lot more comfortable and safer. Have a good time customizing your ‘new’ car.