Body kits - are available for almost all cars! But what is it actually?

Recently updated on October 28, 2023 at 04:07 am

If you are busy tuning your car, you will soon notice the term "body kit". Of course, every tuner knows what it is. But if you are concerned with this matter for the first time, then you can not do anything with this expression. It is therefore important that you know the meaning and opportunities of acquiring a body kit.

importance and benefits

"Body kit" comes from English. The German expression for this is "body kit". The translations alone show you that a body kit is a set of parts that you can use to change the look of your car. These components are not just individual pieces that can be used to change the look. The parts contained in a body kit are precisely matched to one another so that there is a uniform appearance. There are different body kits that can be attached to a wide variety of places on a car.

A body kit for beginners usually includes a new rear bumper and a rod for the front. Matching side skirts are also included. Of course there are also body kits that have a spoiler or modified air intakes. If you decide to buy a body kit, you will notice that this decision will save you money. Compiled body kits are cheaper than purchasing each individual part.

The variety is great

If you would like to purchase a body kit, you will immediately recognize that there are a variety of designs on the market. There are differences that you need to know. So you can purchase body kits that prove to be close to production prove, for example, the merits of a particular model. But there are also body kits available, the one extreme remodeling and guarantee a change of appearance. The actual vehicle is then difficult to recognize. These body kits are currently enjoying great popularity, especially in Japan. In Europe, these were in demand in the 80 and 90 years of the last millennium.

The body kit includes the components & terms:

• front spoiler, front splitter, Front apron
• sill Swords
• side skirts
• Rear bumper, diffuser, rear apron extension, rear apron insert
• Rear spoiler, spoiler lip, Ducktail spoiler, rear wing
• canards, Sidewings, sideflaps, rear spats
• and many more.

There are also body kits with which you can adjust an expensive vehicle. These body kits are based on the originals. By attaching it, you create the impression that you are in possession of a valuable model without actually buying it. TV producers also like to use them, as they reduce production costs. They are even used in the “Need for Speed” film that has just been shot. Of course, racing teams also use body kits. With these, the main focus is on improved aerodynamics, which reduces wind resistance

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