Having a car used to be a privilege, and people bought theirs according to their needs, their expectations and their budget. It did not really matter if it was a cheap car or a luxurious one, as long as the owner was one of the few people who could afford it.
Nowadays, when the parking lots are full and every family member has his own car, people try to make their cars unique, representative for their way of life and personality. And since no matter how expensive your car is, someone will always afford a better one, so the only option you have left is to improve your car.
Everything is great so far, and customization may not even be so expensive. In fact, it is often cheaper to buy the car with the basic endowment and improve it later than buying it full option. But before you modify the car, make sure you are aware of the consequences. Whether you change the appearance or the performance of your car, you will need auto insurance for modified or customized cars.
The financial implications on your insurance policy depend on the improvements you bring to your car. If the modifications are meant to increase the performance (motor and gearbox customization), your car will be considered to present a higher risk for accidents, since records show that approximately 35% of the accidents involve customized cars.
If the modifications are meant to improve only the appearance and make the car more comfortable, the risk for accidents will remain the same. Some companies consider aesthetically modified cars to present a higher theft risk. If you are dealing with such a company, it would be advisable to install an anti-theft system on your car. It would decrease the risk, keep your car safe and your insurance rates lower.
Your initial insurance covers damages to the original parts only. Unless you provide your insurance company with specific details regarding the parts replaced and the modifications made on your car, your insurance will not cover them or any damages occurred as result of their malfunctioning.
People usually refuse to accept accidents may happen to them as well, but since you have to pay for the insurance anyway, it might as well cover all potential damages, even if it means paying a little more. After all, the modifications were your idea in the first place, and decisions always have consequences.
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