What is Car Modification?
Simply put alterations and/or modifications can be described as bringing about changes to the original vehicle parameter standards with a view, largely to enhancing a vehicle’s performance in fuel consumption, load capacity, cosmetic trim, 0 – 100km/h or top speed runs.
Below Are The Top Car Modification Shops In South Africa
Autotechnics Car Styling and accessory fitment center
Address: 10 Hunter St, South Beach, Durban, 4001
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:45 PM
Phone: 031 337 3333
Karter Performance
Address: Unit 1, 52 Queens Rd, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 2191
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 PM
Phone: 074 128 9817
Xtreme Motorsport
Address: 11, Northgate Estate Highway Park, Section St, Maitland, Cape Town, 7405
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5 PM
Phone: 021 510 1110
MOTORCADE MOTORSPORT (PTY) LTD
Address: Unit 4, 74 Willow Rd, Stikland, Cape Town, 7350
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 2:30 PM
Phone: 021 917 1340
How much does it cost to modify a car in South Africa?
Cost varies between provinces and could be between approximately R1000 and R6000. A single alpha-numeric will cost more than the maximum of seven alpha-numeric.
Can you modify a car in South Africa?
There is no issue with motor vehicles that have been modified legally and that are in line with National Road Traffic Act No. 93 of 1996. It’s the proper fitment of car parts that is the issue.
Car modifications are considered illegal if it was not done by the manufacturer or by a registered vehicle body builder.
Which car is best for modification?
Which cars are best for modification?
Hyundai Accent. This luxurious sedan of a Korean carmaker would be an ideal choice for those who are keen on customizing the engine parts of the car.
Maruti Suzuki Swift.
Volkswagen Polo.
Honda Brio.
Is it illegal to modify your car?
Modifying your car is legal, though there are elements of car modifications that are illegal depending on which state you live in.
Cold air intakes, for example, are illegal in Arizona, California, New York, Pennsylvania, and several other states if they don’t carry a CARB Executive Order (EO) number