*** SEIZED CAR AUCTIONS ***

Find Out More About Who Invented The Car - Hondas, Mercedes & More
Find Your Dream Cars Up To 95% Off Retail Prices!
Drive Off A New Or Used Car For As Low As $200...
Search To Get Your Luxury Car Now!


Thursday, July 2, 2009

Buying a Steering Wheel Cover?

By Colin Samuels

Steering Wheel Covers might seem to be a bit of an odd thing to buy, however covers do have a few different purposes. They will not just give your vehicle a designer touch; they will also enhance your grip on the steering wheel and stop it from becoming damaged during general use.

Shopping for steering wheel covers presents you with a lot more options than you may think. Keep this in mind and put together a plan, or a list of features you would like. This will ensure that you do not just purchase the first cover you see on impulse.

So by what method could any person locate the proper cover for their automobile? Take into account the following suggestions and at some point you will find the proper steering wheel cover:

Set the price " Steering wheel covers can be a bit more pricy than most people might think. While a basic cover will set someone back less than $5, a more complex cover can run about $35 or more. To keep pricing in check, it is wise to set the range within which to look before trying to shop. Pricing will impact material choice, but there are solid options in every range.

Get the size down " Steering wheels are not one-size-fits-all and neither are covers. To make sure the fit is right, jot down the diameter of the wheel and the circumference of the grip itself. If this sounds like too much work, just have the vehicle make, model and year written down.

Explore the materials " Covers are made out of a wide variety of fabrics, plastic and leather. It is possible to find covers in cloth, sheepskin, vinyl, leather, suede and even wool. Each does have its advantages. Cloth covers, for example, are rather inexpensive and they tend to keep a steering wheel cooler. Leather covers look spectacular, but they can get hot on really sunny days. Suede can improve steering wheel grip if this is an issue. Expect to pay more for high quality materials like leather.

The next thing you need to do is select the color. These grips are made in almost every color that you can possibly imagine. Generally, people go with neutral colors. If you wish, you can find a match for the color scheme of your vehicle. Remember that dark colors can quickly absorb heat. I if you would rather not have an extremely hot steering wheel, then you probably will avoid a black steering cover. Unfortunately, it does an excellent job of reflecting heat.

Remember that a smooth gripped wheel is going to be harder to hold onto, especially in the winter. That is where a steering wheel cover with a good grip can come in handy. Try to get your hands on one that has a cushion and a decent texture, and you will find that your fatigue is reduced and that travel on the road will become a lot easier.

Steering wheel covers can be found in a number of outlets. When it is time to buy, these accessories can generally be located in online auto boutiques, through dealerships, from upholstery shops and other similar outlets. - 21396

About the Author:

0 Comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to Post Comments [Atom]

<< Home