Every now and then we get the itch, you know the one, the desire to go ‘tyre kicking’. If you’re not familiar with this phrase it means to go car shopping. This is usually an urge that comes more from boredom than any actual problem with the existing vehicle. Just like a new haircut, sometimes we fancy a change. With the current state of the economy and the doom and gloom surrounding Brexit, people are tightening their belts and for most of us, it’s a case of mend and make do. But let’s not get glum as there are some great ways to give your current car a bit of TLC and have it looking as good as new in no time.

Visit a full valet service or do it yourself to save even more money. Give your car a real deep clean which means shampooing the carpet and upholstery, vacuuming and getting rid of every last scrap of boiled sweet or crisp crumbs. Clean the grime from the door sills and engine bay. Hang up a nice air freshener and it will be like you’ve just got in it for the first time. Replace your floor mats too as the old ones are most likely muddy and covered in grit. Rubber mats are great as they prevent the build up of mould from wet shoes on carpet.

Upgrade your sound system. Ditch the old radio and replace it with one that integrates with an iPod or iPhone and has a bluetooth connection. Replace the speakers if you want to and enjoy your favourite music sounding awesome wherever you go. Get new windscreen wipers as you know how important these are in the UK! New seat covers can also improve the appearance and comfort inside the car.

Replace your old tyres and you can immediately improve the performance and look of your car. New tyres might not come cheap but still cheaper than a new car and can improve how your car handles and dramatically change the way it looks too. And to top it off, how about sorting out your old alloys too? This can change a tired old car into a sleek, sexy beast. For Alloy wheel refurbishment Cambridge, visit http://www.acefinishcarrepairs.com/diamond-cutting-alloy-wheels-huntingdon-peterborough-cambridge-st-ives-st-neots.html

Improving performance can be achieved with the replacement of a few parts, such as, shock absorbers, springs and brake pads. New shock absorbers make a considerable difference on their own and word discs and pads can seriously affect performance so get them changed.

If you have black plastic trim on the exterior of your vehicle then they can end up looking a bit weathered and grey. You can remove these and repaint them with a spray can which will freshen them up and take years off your car. If you have a bit more money to invest then think about a new paint job. This will really make your car look as good as new as it will be partly, well the paint bit anyway.