I’m a Car Expert: 5 Car Upgrades That Aren’t Worth the Money

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According to experts, here are five car upgrades thatarent worth the extra cash.

Upgrading your cars rims can sometimes improve its performance, but thats not always the case.

Aftermarket rims can cost between $1,000 and $3,000 per set.

With big rims and shallow tires, you might expect a rougher ride and lower efficiency.

And youll likely have bent wheels or blown tires more often.

Aftermarket exhaust systems can also reduce the efficiency of your vehicle and void your warranty.

And, installation can compromise factory wiring, and some dealerships wont work on the vehicle after that.

A repair can cost several thousand dollars.

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