Acura TL 2004-2014: Exterior Modifications

This article applies to the 3rd/4th Gen Acura TL (2004-2014).

Exterior modifications can really bring out your personality when driving around in your Acura TL. These mods can make your car look completely different, so if you don't want to look like every other Acura owner, adding some aftermarket touches to your exterior can help you achieve that. Some of the modifications below are pricey, and some are rather affordable, but they can all change how your Acura will look. For the ultimate exterior modification, do them all and you will have a car that will turn head. Read on to learn about the most popular exterior modifications for the Acura TL.

Exterior Modifications

LED Lights

DIY Cost – $50-300

Professional Cost – $200-500

Skill Level – Moderate; This job requires installing a kit.

Replacing your exterior lights with LED ones can make your Acura look vicious, especially at night. You can replace anything, from the headlights and fog lights to the license plate lights. This is considered to be one of the most popular modifications, because it gives you the freedom of replacing some but not all. If you just want blue headlights, you can do so; if you want blue fog lights, you can also that, and you don't have to replace them all at once. Depending on your budget, you can pick and choose how you want your Acura to look from each side, and when you're ready, you can make it look completely slick by replacing all of the lights with LEDs.

Rims

Replacing the rims on your Acura can change the overall look of it. There are an infinite number of choices when it comes to aftermarket rims for your car. Whether you want your Acura to look like a street racer, a luxury car, or a rat rod, the different types and looks the aftermarket world offers can make all your dreams come true. Depending on your taste, you can get shiny, faded, or colored rims. And as for the design, the options are overwhelming. The rim purchasing decision comes down to your budget, your taste, and whether you want your car to look shiny or slick. This is one of the most popular exterior modifications, as it gives your car a distinguished look. Take your time and surf the internet first to learn about the different types and looks of rims available.

Exterior Kit

DIY Cost – $300-2,000

Professional Cost – $700-3,000

Skill Level – Moderate; This job may require drilling.

The exterior kit works to make your Acura TL look like a completely different car. Known for the street racing look, the kit comes with various parts. Note that you can get a variety of kits, but the one with everything in it will include a spoiler, skirts for the side of the car, aftermarket bumpers, front and back, and you may even get a kit with an aftermarket hood. The kit is designed to add much more to the looks of your car, and even though these parts can be beneficial on race cars, they are more visual than anything for the TL. This will add a lot more dynamics to your Acura. It's rather rare that you will find someone with the same kit as you, so you can drive with confidence knowing you're the only one on the road with a certain one. The most popular kits feature a small deck lid spoiler to give an edge to your trunk, skirts that will give a wider stance to your car, aftermarket bumpers that will give it a racing look, and a black hood with hood scopes that will make everyone look and wonder what is under your hood.

Paint Job

DIY Cost – $1,000-3,000

Professional Cost – $3,000-12,000

Skill Level – Difficult; Painting the car requires previous painting experience.

If you're really committed to your Acura and to being unique, a paint job is the way to go. Although a paint job is a very pricey modification, it is guaranteed to make your Acura look incredible. When you decide to paint your car, you will be faced with various paint types, from flat black to candy colors. Choosing the right paint job is up to you, your personality, and the look you're going after. If you want to look flashy, go with a candy color, and if you want people to wonder why this mysterious Acura is pulling up slowly, go with a flat color. The paint jobs are recommended to be done by professionals as they are incredibly difficult to master, and doing a bad job can make you go from modification to regret. Take your time when choosing the paint type and color. A lot of people decide to invest extra money when they know they need to paint their cars, whether because the paint is fading, full of scratches, or they have been in an accident and it requires body work. A paint job is sure to make your Acura look unique and bring out your personality.

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