As you know, I have custom carbon fiber trim by oCarbon installed on my Audi A4, so when I went to trade it in, I put the factory (OEM) trim back in so I could keep my carbon fiber trim for my S4. I took pictures of the whole process so I could create a trim removal guide. This applies to any B6 or B7 Audi in sedan or avant format (cabrio/convertible is different) including the A4, S4 and RS4. I used this guide as a basis (also worth a read) then elaborated on a few areas that needed a little more detail. By the way, if you want a new look for your trim, I highly recommend oCarbon – they are experts at what they do and can let you customize the carbon fiber color, weave & pattern to you’re liking. I went with a custom pattern called 5HS which you’ll see pictured below, and I think it came out awesome, just slightly more aggressive looking than OEM for that OEM+ look I know and love.

Step 1 – Door Trim Removal

Start with the doors because they’re easiest, and I’d recommend starting with the rear doors because if you mess up those will be the least noticeable.  Use a flat headed screwdriver and wrap the tip in tape so it doesn’t scratch anything. Gently pry the piece out starting near the front of the car – there are 6 prongs that hold it in. Once the first one or two pop out you can pretty much remove the rest by just pulling on it with your hands:

Repeat on all four doors. The new trim just pops right in using your hands. Like I said, this is the easiest part…it will probably only take a few minutes per door.

Step 2 – Rear Ashtray Removal

I did the rear ashtray next because it’s also very easy. There are two prongs on either side that hold it in. wedge your screwdriver on the side of it and pry it out. It works best to push it either all the way towards the left side or all the way towards the right side to get one of the prongs out, then once one side is out it will simply fall right out.  

The new unit just pops right in. We’re making good progress!

Step 3 – Front Ashtray & Shifter Plate Removal

Now we’re starting to get a little trickier, although still fairly easy. Remove the ashtray cover first as it makes it easier to access the shifter. There are three prongs on the bottom of the trim that go into the three holes above. Pull the trim towards you (towards the shifter) and it will come unhooked from the plastic part below it. You may have to give it a good tug. Here is a picture of the underside of the trim:

The replacement piece pops in the same way, but don’t put that in quite yet, remove & replace the shifter trim first.

For an automatic, the shifter trim can also be removed using the tape-wrapped screwdriver. Be VERY gentle! If you have aluminum or fishscale trim, you can bend or warp the trim which looks really bad.

For a manual you need to remove the leather shifter boot first, which can be done by squeezing together the clips that hold the boot in place. Now that you have the shifter trim out, replace the shifter trim and ashtray by popping in the shifter trim then aligning the asthtray prongs with the holes and sliding it in place.

Step 4 – Headlight Switch Trim Removal

Okay, now on to the somewhat more difficult stuff. It’s not really that hard, but it requires tools other than a tape-wrapped screwdriver, haha. Start by removing the plastic covers on both sides of the car (the fuse panel on the drivers side and the passengers side cover)

Next, you’ll remove the trim underneath the steering wheel. It’s fairly easy, just three bolts and it comes out. They are pictured below:

Bolt 1 - Fuse Box Area

Bolt 2 - Right Above Hood Release Lever

Bolt 3 - Near Center Counsel

With those three bolts removed, the entire lower dash drops to the floor and out of your way. You can also pull the big fuse labeled “640″ at this time to disable the Servotronic/power steering assist and give your car a much tighter and firmer steering wheel feel.

Next, go ahead and remove the trim. There are two bolts holding it in, one on either side of the trim:

One more minor thing – you need to remove the headlight switch from the trim. Turn the switch between the 0 and Auto positions and push it in. It will go in about an inch and you’ll feel it when it goes in, so if you’re having trouble adjust the position of the knob until it works. Once the switch/knob is pushed in, you need to turn it to the right and it will pull out.

The wiring harness just pops out of the back when you press in the clips on either side of the plug, and then you can remove the switch from the trim completely:

You can then install the new trim in the same way (but reverse order) that you removed the trim. You can go ahead and reinstall the lower dash area and fuse box cover as well – you’re done with those! Only one piece left…

Step 5 – Dash Trim Removal

The last piece! First, pop out the plastic trim above the warning symbol/drink holder/card holder. It just pulls right off. That will expose a few bolts you need to remove. Also pull of the cover on the side of the passengers dashboard (exactly where the fuse box cover was on the drivers side, only there are no fuses on this side). Lastly, open the glove box.

 Now, start removing the bolts holding this piece into place – there are four of them. All four are pictured below, starting from left (drivers side) to right (passengers side):

Bolt 1 - Near Steering Wheel

Bolt 2 & 3 - Above Radio on Either Side

Bolt 4 - Right Side

With the bolts removed, gently pull on the trim to remove it.

To install the new trim, pop it into place then tighten all four bolts. Then replace the two plastic covers and you’re all done!

If you’re anything like me, the last step of any mod install is to admire it by going on a nice, long spirited drive. Enjoy your new trim!

Today was a big day! I’m now the proud owner of a 2006 Audi S4. When I first saw her, I knew I had to buy it…she was everything I was looking for and then some. The vitals:

• 6 speed manual transmission (my first must-have)
• brilliant red (my second must-have)
• platinum silver interior
• RNS-E
• only 24,000 miles!

I knew looking for a red S4 in manual was going to be tough, then when I found one with ridiculously low miles, I acted quick. A big thanks to Brian McCauley at Audi North Scottsdale for an amazingly easy & hassle-free transaction.

To top off the excitement of buying the car, I was lucky to have some of my closest friends (who also happen to be Audi-philes) come with me and turn the car buying process into a full day affair of driving and chatting about cars. Thanks Matt, John, Craig, Fran and of course my girlfriend Moira for tagging along!

Me (Left) getting the keys to the S4!

There will be much, much more posts and pictures of this car, but I wanted to post something ASAP to share my excitement.

Well, the time has come to move on from my beloved Audi A4. She was a great car and I’m really going to miss it – I learned a ton about modding, and really dialed in the car to where I wanted it. I had a ton of fun in the car too, from track days to shows to daily driving to and from work every day. My A4 was my first Audi, and it was such a great car I fell in love with the brand – my next car (and many more after that) are going to be Audis for sure.

As some of you may know, I was in a small accident that destroyed my front bumper and hood. When this happened, I had the car repaired and turned back to factory appearance. I then started to sell off parts, and in less than a month I went from a nicely modded A4 to one that’s virtually indistinguishable from a stock A4. Through a bit of luck, as well as fortune in buying nice parts that people would want, my part-out went very quickly and painlessly, I even managed to sell my air filter. I still have my S4 seats for sale, but otherwise I’m rolling stock!

Here are some fun facts about my car during the three years I owned it:

• It attended 7 track days and three car shows
• I had four sets of wheels on it – OEM S-Line wheels, Sporttechnic Mono 10 Premiums, BBS CH Silver, BBS CH Black Edition
• My first mod was coilovers
• My most complicated mod was S6 LEDs as well as the B7 Pressure Plate Retrofit for my Recaros
• My most regretted mod was a carbon fiber hood – however it only lasted ~3 weeks before my accident
• My favorite mods were always my seats and carbon fiber trim
• My car had its own website, Facebook page, and Twitter profile
• I made a crap-load of friends through Audi gatherings
• I had five sets of door blades – S-Line, S4, Flat, S4, and then Flat again (to trade-in)
• I had the first set of oCarbon carbon fiber trim in the 5HS pattern

Thanks to all those who helped me out along the way, from tuning in to my blog to giving pointers on mods. A big shout-out to Audizine as well for all of the great resources and a continuous stream of ideas.

…and now the big question: what’s next?

I’m not revealing quite yet, but it will have 8 cylinders, a 6 speed manual transmission, and of course – quattro.

Goodbye A4, you’ll be missed!

I stumbled across this awesome video by Seattle Wedding Photographer “Yours by John” and absolutely loved both the video and the car itself. I messaged John over on Audizine to get more information and pics, and low and behold you have the latest “Featured Ride” post.

John’s car is a 2008 Audi S4 with the optional DTM appearance package. His most notable mods include STaSIS Ohlins SL coilovers, 20×8.5 ADV.10 Trackspec wheels, and a few carbon fiber bits. IMO it’s one of the best examples I’ve seen of how something a simple as a nice drop and a fantastic set of wheels can really set a car off. I loved the car so much I asked if he’d sell it to me, haha (seriously though, someone sell me a Sprint Blue S4, mkay?). What’s even better about this car is that the Sprint Blue color really highlights the sexy lines and aggressive bumpers of the DTM edition. As you can tell by some previous Featured Ride posts, I have a thing for the DTM package, haha.

The best part of having a professional photographer own a nice car is that they take really good pictures of their vehicles. While I’ve tried to become a better photographer myself, I can only dream of producing pictures this nice. Here’s a few more from one of John’s photoshoots:

Check out more of his videos on Youtube…thanks for sharing, John!

It’s no secret that one of the reasons Audi cars rank so highly as performance vehicles is their engines. In addition to being used in the Audi-branded vehicles we all know and love, however, the automaker’s powertrains have also been used in other performance cars over the years.

Among the interesting and exotic vehicles powered by Audi engines are the 1989 Zender Fact 4, a concept car that was fitted with the same 3.6-liter 4-valve-per-cylinder twin-cam V8 that was used in that year’s Quattro sedan, a German sports car known as the Gumpert Apollo (which also used a V8 engine, though this time it was a 4163 cc bi-turbo, intercooled version), and the Spyker C8 Aileron, which comes equipped with a 290 horsepower 4.2-liter V8.

This week, however, Audi engines – and Audi cars in general – made a leap in a different direction. The London-based corporation Limo Broker has announced the creation of the fastest limousine in the world, and it’s basically a super-powered, stretched out, Audi R8.

While it’s not yet available for actual use, the Audi R8 limousine will be built to street-legal specifications, sporting the same 5.2-liter, 525 horsepower V-10 engine in the standard R8, which is said to accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in a mere 3.9 seconds, and reach a top speed of 197 mph. The stretch limo doesn’t yet have any official test results, but it seems likely that it will break the current speed record (held by a Ferrari limousine) of 0-60 mph acceleration in 6 seconds, with little trouble.

Speed, of course, is just one aspect of the Audi R8 stretch limousine. Inside, there is room for eight passengers, seated in three rows of red-upholstered bucket seats that face forward. Other features include gull-wing doors (reminiscent of retro DeLoreans) for the second and third rows of seats, with conventional doors for rows one and four. The limo will likely be fitted with the same R-tronic automated manual transmission system found in conventional Audi R8s, but there is no final word on whether it will also have the Quattro all-wheel drive.

Who had the bright idea to build this super-limousine? According to Limo Broker, which says at least one stretch R8 should be available to rent in about three months, it’s being manufactured by Carbonyte UK, the very same automaker that built the Ferrari 360 limousine mentioned above.

We’re not sure if more than one stretch R8 will be constructed, but we do know that finding cheap car insurance for such a unique vehicle is likely to be a challenge.

Photo of a leisurely drive in my father's 1939 Rolls Royce Wraith

Nowadays, driving is seen as more of a chore than a pleasure to some. Heavy traffic and hectic schedules means motoring is about getting from A to B as quickly as possible; the glamorous early years of the horseless carriage have been left on the lay-by like so many empty crisp packets. Far from dressing up in a sumptuous dust coat to take the car out for a spin, functional clothes like comfy trainers, elasticised waistbands and non-wrinkle shirts rule the roads.

But you the car aficionado – with a nice car and fashionable aspirations – don’t surrender yourself to slobbing behind the wheel while you wait for the lights to turn green. Why not inject a little old-school pizzazz into your driving get-up, and go? Your daily commute will seem like a winding drive down the French Riviera if you’re dressed the part – and who knows, it might inspire you to patch up your old banger and go on a proper jaunt on some unknown roads on the Continent. Grab yourself some European breakdown cover, a dapper companion and a few classic driving accessories:

1. Scarf

How to look like a 1950s pin-up babe while cruising in a convertible? Wrap a scarf gracefully over your delicately styled coif before heading out, adding a pair of large dark sunglasses if conditions are bright. Bold patterns on sultry silks will nicely offset that slick of scandalous red lipstick you’re wearing.

Wear while driving: A soft top – if your car has a roof, it’s not only pointless viz. protecting your hairdo, it’s self defeating in terms of trying to look cool. Anyone catching a peep through your driver window is going to think you’re an old lady.

2. Driving gloves

The ideal pair will have soft kid leather, popper fastenings and external seams. Get some that fit tight around the palm but loose around the fingers – glove lovers say you’ll get a better feel for the road and they’ll stop sweaty palms slipping on the wheel (this should be considered a bonus, really, as their true purpose is to make you look like a suave sophisticate). Make sure you’ve used a route planner before you set out: SatNavs can ruin the retro vibe, not to mention it can be tricky to work the fiddly buttons with leather-clad fingers.

Wear while driving: Driving gloves are a sexy addition to any road user’s wardrobe but look exceptionally good when clasping the wheel of old fashioned roadsters, like Hudsons or MGs.

3. Aviator sunglasses

These shades were originally intended for use on high-powered machines, at high altitudes, in high glare – and they give you the air of someone who’s complete mastery over their machine. Since Tom Cruise first went Maverick by wearing them on the road rather than in the clouds, Aviators have been the go-to accessory for the understated yet totally rock ‘n’ roll rebel speedster.

Wear while driving: Larger machines, like Hummers and VW vans. You’ll look potent, intimidating – in control of a both a mighty motor and your own destiny.

4. Driving hat and goggles

A style exemplified by Mr. Toad in Wind and the Willows, the ‘driving hat and goggles’ look is not to be attempted by the faint hearted. Either go for a flat cap or a saucy over-the-ears number – then, find a pair of dark-rimmed leather goggles with thick enough lenses to protect you from the flack your wheels throw up. Accessorise with a beaten up bomber jacket or a racing jacket (see below) and throw a pale white scarf casually around your neck for a devil-may-care, caddish appearance.

Wear while driving: Convertibles, unreliable old bangers with engines that tend to smoke

5. Racing jacket

Give your car the illusion of speed by wearing a thick racing jacket – whether you’re stuck in traffic or on the school run, remember that pace is a state of mind. Decide between an old school leather style or a bright, hi-tech fabric creation (see Ryan Gosling in Drive) – and make sure you find one that nips in at the hips and wrists to stop unpleasant drafts.  For ultimate style props, find a design that matches the brand of your car and have a racing seatbelt installed.

Wear while driving: Any car that’s capable of over 30mph.

 This is a guest post from Green Flag, the automotive (and fashion!) experts in Europe.

A recent press release from the German car company shows that Audi achieved its highest ever American annual sales by thanksgiving weekend. The company surpassed its previous sales record of 101,629 which was set in 2010. With under a month remaining the car manufacturer are expected to do well over the Christmas period, which will add further to the impressive sales figures.

This new record marks the second time the Audi brand has beaten the 100,000 sales mark since it first established the American side of the business more than 41 years ago. Audi has been setting records throughout the year – the company surpassed expectations every month so far this year. The American market for Audi models has been gaining momentum in recent months and December is expected to be similarly profitable. Audi announced in the same release that they believe that they will see an 11th record month when the full November sales totals are reported later this week.

The company also established another new record with its certified pre-owned car sales. Sales of pre-owned cars through the end of the Thanksgiving weekend amounted to 33,102 vehicles, which demonstrated an increase of 32% compared to a year earlier.

 ”The Audi momentum story began a few years ago with the restructuring of our U.S. business model and the steady arrival of exciting new models that have captured the imagination of the American premium car customer,” said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. “Through precarious economic conditions, we have held fast to this plan along with our dealers who have devoted record levels of investments in their franchises.”

The German car company has been making significant gains in the American car market. They are expected to do similarly well next year. The cars are well known to be stylish, reliable and good value. So it is no wonder they are taking the American market by storm.

Well done, Audi!

I’m a hard guy to shop for…people know I love cars, but they also know I’m extremely particular about my car, the products I use on it, where I take it for service and everything else. They also think I own everything Audi/car-related that has ever been manufactured (sadly, not true), so they tend to shy away from buying car related gifts for me despite the fact they know I’m obsessed with cars and in particular Audi.

Here are some gift ideas that even the most discerning Audi lover will enjoy:

1:18 Diecast Models

Whether it be of a car the person already owns, or maybe their dream car like this Audi R8 GT ($32), a diecast model of their favorite Audi is a nice decoration for your desk, office, garage or other room of choice. Another really nice one is this extremely detailed Audi V8 Quattro DTM Race Car ($98) by Minichamps.

Detailing Products

You can never have enough tire shine or microfiber towels, or you can pamper them with some high-end detailing products that the pros use. Check out my post on detailing for more recommendations on this topic, or check out the Car Detailing Holiday Gift Guide from Detailed Images.

Car Magazine subscriptions

Just like tire shine, you can never have enough car magazines Figure out what they already have, then supplement with others. It’s a cheap gift at $10-30 per year, and it’s a gift that keeps giving all year long. I personally enjoy Eurotuner, European Car, Car & Driver, Road & Track, and Motor Trend.

Car Chargers

If they don’t already have a charger for their smartphone in their car, I’m sure they’d like one…This car charger from Scosche (pictured above, $8.99) is genius as it allows 2 USB chargers to be plugged in, so you could use it for an iPhone, Android or any other device that charges via USB. Another option is a DC/AC inverter which coverts your car’s cigarette lighter into 2 standard outlets, so you could use that for just about anything (perfect for the outdoorsman!).

Radar Detector

It’s a nice gift, especially for someone with a heavy foot. I know mine has saved me from getting a ticket several times in the past. Escort makes good radar detectors for the price, consider the X50 ($288) for basic needs, or the 9500ix ($449.92) if they live where there is photo/camera radar. If they already have one, consider getting them a hardwire kit so they can hide the cord and have it automatically turn on/off with the car (NicksCarBlog.com install guide here).

Detailing/Car Wash Gift Certificates

Find out where they get their car washed/detailed, and see if they have any gift certificates for a free car wash or wax. Or consider the same, but for an oil change or tune-up, although be careful as some enthusiasts will be very weary on where they will or won’t take their car (the dealership is usually a safe bet however).

Audi Apparel

Audi makes a bunch of nice clothing & accessories through the Audi Collection, and there is also a lot of nice unlicensed stuff out there too. From t-shirts to hats and windbreakers, or even this gear bag, there are a lot of neat Audi related gifts for your favorite car lover. These Audi cufflinks are pretty slick, as is this Audi Collection watch, too. Use promotional code HOL11 to get free shipping on all orders over $75 from the Audi Collection store (limited time only).

GoPro HD Motorsports Hero

This is a fun portable video camera ($199.00) you can mount anywhere on your car (inside & out) to capture video while you drive, rather that be on the track, a road trip, autocross, or any form of spirited driving you wish to capture. The video quality is great, and the camera is very versatile and can be used outside of motorsports as well – you can mount to just about any helmet and capture anything from snowboarding to cycling as well!

Driving Shoes

A nice pair of driving shoes can double as a nice pair of sneakers for non-driving occasions, too. Find out their shoe size then go to town! I like these options by Piloti ($40-89.99) & Puma ($84.99), or you can get something race certified (FIA rated, fireproof) like those from Sparco or AlpineStars.

ECS Tuning Gift Card

ECS Tuning has a ton of parts for just about every current Audi model available. Chances are, any Audi enthusiast can find a way to spend money there. If you’re really stumped, a gift card can be thoughtful since you researched & found a specialty store that is right up there alley.

Audi Key Chain

A slick key chain is always nice. I have this one ($38.99, pictured above), which also has carbon fiber on it, and I love it. It’s a little pricey which makes it a “splurge” purchase that a car lover wouldn’t normally buy for themselves, so it’s a nice gift to give IMO.

Audi License Plate Frame

A nice license plate frame helps hide that ugly license plate frame and also communicates to other drivers that the owner is a true enthusiast. Check out this one from Audi Sport ($39.80) or this black S-Line one ($18.99). Consider looking for one to match the model of their car (S4, RS4, TT, etc).

Custom Fit Sunshade

If they live in a sunny area, having a custom fit sun shade is nice. Look for ones that are model specific and not just generic “one size fits all” as they’ll be easiest to use on a regular basis. Here is one for the A3,  A4, or A5 (all $34.95), for starters.

Car Cover

If the person you are buying gifts for parks their car outside, or under a car port, a car cover will be much appreciated. I love my Empire Covers car cover, and highly recommend them to you, too!

Audi Pet Accessories

This pet collar is too cute for words, as is the Doggie golf shirt by the Audi collection, both being great gifts for an Audi lover who is also a pet lover.

..and a Happy Holidays from Nick’s Car Blog!

I hope you all have a safe & happy holidays, and enjoy your cars, family, and friends in good health.

Got any other ideas? Things I missed? Questions about any recommendations – I’d love to hear it! Leave a comment below, or chime in on Twitter (@NicksCarBlog) or on my Facebook Page!

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I recently was in touch with the guys at SpoonFedTuning to try out a new carbon fiber lip they’re producing based of the Seat Cupra R lip – and wow am I excited with the outcome. I had previously ran the OEM version of the lip, but I had two issues with it – it never fit right since it was so hard to mount (too narrow), and the finish was kind of blah (textured plastic). The SpoonFedTuning version takes care of both of those complaints – it’s 100% carbon fiber, and they’ve widened the lip and improved the mounting points for a much better fit on the B7 Audi A4/S4…

The installation is simple – they provide the necessary hardware, along with rubber bushings to ensure a close fit without stressing the carbon fiber. They also provide the following diagram to illustrate suggested mounting points (circled in red), which I followed and was very happy with:

The lip is otherwise super easy to install. What I did was jack my front end up (due to coilovers, there isn’t much room to work under the car unless I do) and put the front axle on jack stands. I then test mounted the lip using 3M double sided mounting tape, until I felt I had the lip perfectly aligned. You want to make sure it’s centered, as well as sticking out far enough from the front bumper.

I found that my ideal placement was so that the lip ended on each side of the car with about a 1 finger gab to the end of the bumper. Once you have the alignment where you want with the mounting tape, pre-drill the holes through the lip & bumper (use a size down on the drill bit from the screw) and then manually tighten the screws into the bumper, starting in the middle and then working your way out.

Between test fitting, drilling & tightening the screws, I spent no longer than 1 hour installing everything – and that was working in the dark, by myself, and taking my time, so you can figure that’s a pretty reasonable time estimate.

I’m very pleased with the outcome – I’ll obviously need to be very careful not to hit any curbs or take any bumps too fast, but I think that is something I can manage at this point. The mounting hardware is very easy to install or remove, so you could potentially remove the lip for daily driving and only install for car shows & such – once everything is drilled it should only take a few minutes to screw it back on or take it off…

Here are a few more pictures I’ve taken – let me know if I missed any angles you were interested in seeing and I can provide more pictures upon request!

Thank you to James @ SpoonFedTuning for answering all of my questions along the way. You can also check them out on Facebook here.

The Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro is one of the latest & greatest models in Audi’s range of luxury sedans

Editors Note: This was a guest post submitted by Ferdous – thanks for you Australian insight into this great car.  Personally, I love the styling & size of this car, and think it’s great Audi is offering an eco-friendly diesel variant that still packs a punch at the throttle – that’s performance without compromise at its finest! 

The 2012 A6 3.0 TDI is one of a number of different variants in the A6 sedan range, with some of its counterparts including the 2.0 TDI, the 2.0 TSFI, the 2.8 FSI Quattro and the A6 3.0 TSFI Quattro.

As the Australian market becomes more conscious of the impact of cars on the environment, smaller and more fuel efficient models are gaining in popularity. In light of this manufacturers have had to take strides to ensure that their larger models meet the modern demands of the public.

So the environmentally aware will be keen to know that the 3.0 TDI Quattro has a fuel consumption rate of 5.9 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres, one of the lowest in the A6 range. It gives out 156 grams in CO2 emissions every kilometre*.

The 3.0 litre TDI engine gives 180kW and 500Nm of torque. This helps propel the car to a top speed of 250kmh, and a 0-100kmh acceleration time of 6.1 seconds1**.

A number of safety features are present, including 8 airbags that inflate in two stages, depending on the severity of any impact. Driving aids include Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), Traction Control (ASR) and Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP), which help keep the car under control and prevent wheel spin, while Brake Assist, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) help the car slow down.

Extras include cruise control and an Audi parking system with a reverse rear camera. Some additional optional extras include an advanced cruise control with a stop and go function, a head up display, and a night vision assistant that detects pedestrians.

Being a luxury car there is also a selection of entertainment features, perhaps the most notable of these being a USB port for connecting MP3 players, which is accompanied by a ten speaker sound system.

When buying a car one of the main considerations buyers take into account is car insurance. There is a wide variety of factors that can influence this, with the type of car being purchased as well its value and record being some obvious ones.

Another important one is the driver. Drivers who have previously claimed or been involved in accidents may be considered higher risk by insurers as they may be seen to be more likely to claim again.

However these are not the only variables. Younger males may also find that they may be considered high risk, as they may be deemed to be more likely to make a claim, while on the other side of the coin a woman may  be considered less likely. Additionally people who live in neighbourhoods with high rates of claim may also be seen as higher risk.

Comprehensive Car insurance quotes can be widely obtained online nowadays, with many insurance companies conducting an increasing amount of their business over the internet.