Okay, folks, let’s dive into my little project with a Veloster sports car.
My Veloster Project
It all started with a simple idea. I’ve always liked the look of the Veloster, that quirky, asymmetrical three-door design. I thought, “Wouldn’t it be cool to really make one my own?” I didn’t want to go crazy, just enhance what was already there.
So, I got myself a Veloster. It wasn’t brand new, a few years old, but in decent shape. The first thing I did was give it a good cleaning, inside and out. You gotta start with a clean canvas, right?
Next up, the wheels. The stock ones were okay, but nothing special. I found a set of aftermarket alloy wheels that I really liked – a bit more aggressive, wider stance. Swapped those out myself in my garage. It wasn’t too tough, just needed a good jack and some elbow grease.
- Took off the old wheels.
- Cleaned up the wheel hubs.
- Put on the new wheels.
- Torqued the lug nuts to the right spec (very important!).
After the wheels, I moved on to the sound system. The factory stereo was…meh. I’m no audiophile, but I like my music to sound good. I installed a new head unit with a better touchscreen and Apple CarPlay. That made a huge difference, way more user-friendly.
Then, I decided to tackle the interior a bit. I got some custom seat covers – black with red stitching, to match the car’s sporty vibe. They weren’t super expensive, but they really dressed up the inside. I also added some new floor mats, just to complete the look.
The last thing I did, for now, was add a subtle spoiler to the back. Not one of those giant wings, just a little lip spoiler that followed the lines of the car. I think it gives it a slightly more finished look, without being over the top.
I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. It’s not a show car, by any means, but it’s my car, and I’ve enjoyed making it a little bit more unique. I took my time. I Learned some stuff along the way. It is fun. I think it is a successful experience.
