Car modifications, whether they be big things like an aftermarket header or small things like a new license plate frame, are a way to make your car stand out from other cars. Most of these modifications can cost some serious money, and if they don’t, doing several cheaper modifications can add up. As a car enthusiast, I have found that modifying my car has given me an edge to other cars of the same model in my area. But is modifying or “modding” your car really worth it? There are many different ways to asses this. From a financial standpoint, modding one of the worst investments you make in your life does not seem smart. Your car is already rapidly depreciating in value. In fact, if your car was bought new, the second you drove the car out of the parking lot has already cost you a good $3,000 (based on a $26,000 car). Financially speaking, modding your car is not smart. You are spending money on something that is already rapidly dropping. Although in some rare cases a heavily modded car can sell for a lot, in most cases a person would only sell the car for about a third of the cost to mod the car and buy the car. Too confusing? Let me clarify. In my case, my $10,200 car is already depreciating as I speak. As of today I have spent roughly $800 on modifying my car. Not a lot compared to others, but the value of the car is only roughly $8,000 now. Assessing the costs and doing the math results in a $3,000 loss from modding my car and having it depreciate in value over time, not to mention the value of labor that I have put into the car. So, speaking from a financial standpoint, modifying your car is not exactly smart. From a psychological standpoint, modifying your car can be very rewarding. Speaking from experience, you will feel better knowing that your car stands out from others. You will feel rewarded everytime someone sees your car or compliments your modified car in a positive way. Trust me, on hard days, one person pointing out the greatness of my car can really make my day. People are generally more proud of things if they are done with their own two hands. It does not matter what it is, from modifying cars to making your own cake for your own wedding, a person will be more proud of their work as opposed to some other person’s work. When modifying your car by yourself, you can find a great sense of accomplishment when looking over your modifications. In most cases modifying your car is not worth it. Many things can go wrong from accidents when modifying Category:Home › Home • Will higher gasoline prices mean lower sales for new cars? — part 2 • Will higher gasoline prices mean lower sales for new cars? — part 1 • Should the crew of the Sea Shepherd board whaling ships? • Which makes a better pet: A dog or a cat? — part 13 • Grandparents: Can blogging chronicle your genealogy? • Which makes a better pet: A dog or a cat? — part 12 • Are teachers unions the cause of public school problems today? • Which makes a better pet: A dog or a cat? — part 11
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