5 Tips To Make Your Old Car Feel New

We all love our cars. Some more than others, and perhaps for different reasons, but we all do. Taking good care of your car and keeping it looking sharp is important to all of us. When our cars start to get a little old and tired, they might not look as fresh and shiny as they once did. But that doesn’t mean they’re not still performing at their best. So if your car is still in good shape but has lost its visual appeal, here are some things you can try to revive it. 

1. Give it a paint job

If the paint on your car is starting to wear off or you’ve grown tired of the color, you could give your car a paint job. Scratches and nicks can simply be filled in with wax to make it look shiny and new. 

However, if you want a completely different look, you can go for a full-on paint job. If you decide to do it yourself, use an airless paint sprayer to ensure that the paint job still looks professional. 

2. Add a wrap

If you’re not keen on a paint job, another option is to wrap your car. When you wrap your car, there are endless different options you can look into. It’s also a far less permanent solution, which means you can change your mind whenever you like.

If you’re not sure what you’re doing, have your car wrapped professionally — otherwise, it can look a little tacky.  

3. Add seat covers

Sometimes, the upholstery in our cars is what sees the most damage. For example, your seats might have stains, tears, or even some funny smells from years and years of use. So, putting seat covers on will hide the gory details and prevent any further damage. 

Make sure to look for high-quality seat covers that will protect the interior of your vehicle as well as make it look more luxurious. 

4. Find a steering wheel cover

Years and years of use also affect the steering wheel. The material often becomes worn from the constant friction of our hands. Plus, steering wheels are constantly exposed to harsh sunlight, making the material sun-stained and worn away even faster.

Some steering wheel covers can look cheap. But if you invest in a high-quality one made from a solid material, it will look good and last a long time. 

5. Replace the gear shift

Another part of your car’s interior that sees a lot of friction is your gear shift. These materials on the gear shift also wear away pretty quickly, and the different bits and pieces can be prone to falling off.

So, fixing up this part of your car can make it feel way more put-together. 

With all that said, remember that none of these upgrades are necessary if you’re trying to save money. After all, all you really need to make your car feel fresh is to give it a good and thorough wash.

So, treat your car and yourself!

Featured image via Brad Starkey on Unsplash