Top 5 upgrades for your "new" used Truck

Unless you've been living under a rock, you are probably aware that the new pickup truck inventory has sunk again. A global microchip shortage is causing major production delays. A lot of folks are shopping for used trucks and we’re here to talk about a few EASY and INEXPENSIVE upgrades you can make to the new, used truck. There are many benefits of buying used pickups. The luxurious features and modern feel of a new pickup truck can be alluring. But, the benefits of a new truck can be replicated and below are a few tips to show you how!

1. Add Leather Seats- Out with the old, in with the new!

Seems like an easy place to start, for good reason. It’s where you’re going to spend all your time and the first thing you see when you open the door. And typically, used truck seats can be kind of gross. Redoing your leather can really give your truck a whole new look giving you a cool ride. Give your car a full Katzkin upgrade. Design the perfect leather seat covers for your ride at an affordable price. Katzkin Interiors transform the entire driving experience with custom leather interiors based on innovative technologies and beautiful designs. Contact our sales team at Auto Trim Design (425)277-9000 to learn more.

2. Add a DECKED Drawer System

The DECKED Drawer System is an easy way to make your new-to-you truck more functional and efficient. With a quick call to our Truck accessories team, they can get this ordered and installed quickly. Let us drop this bad boy in the bed, clear out your backseat–tow chains, jumper cables, spare parts, tools, and everything else–and place it all in an easily-accessible storage system. For everything from tools to camping equipment to firearms and fishing gear, rolling up with perfectly organized drawers in lieu of a used truck junk show in the bed, will make you feel like a boss. And when that new truck option comes around, there’s a likely chance (if you purchase the same make/model/bed length) that you can take it out and drop it into your new rig. Secure, weatherproof, organized storage is about the easiest, best upgrade you can do to any truck, whether new or used.

3. Blackout Package, Chrome Delete, or Murdered out

Modernize your vehicle with the slick, mysterious look only a blackout package brings. If chrome trim and accents aren’t your style, a blackout package covers them with satin or matte black vinyl wrap film to enhance your vehicle’s appearance. Blackout wrap film also protects these pieces from scratches, chips and rust and makes them easier to clean. Your customized look will be sure to stand out. Here at Auto Trim we can customize vehicles to your specifications. Every build is unique to our client’s needs. When it comes to your vision, the possibilities are endless. Our experts can cover your vehicles factory chrome emblems, badges, window trim, and grill with vinyl or paint, for a sleeker, sportier look. If you have a specific look in mind, or you would like to create something unique please contact us for more information.

4. Running Boards

Running boards serve two main functions. The most obvious function is to serve as a step. This is especially important for taller trucks (or if truck passengers are on the shorter side).

Without an extra step into some of the taller models, getting into a truck will feel like climbing a mountain.

Protecting vehicles from various forms of road debris is a second function of running boards. When vehicles move their wheels kick up all kinds of debris (…from rocks and dirt to other more destructive things like nails). Having a running board in place can block some of this debris from being thrown high enough to scratch and/or damage doors and side panels.

Another added benefit of running boards is that they can help to keep the interior of your truck or van clean. In this way, running boards can act as a doormat; a place where passengers can wipe dirt off their feet before entering the vehicle.

5. Tonneau Covers

Imagine driving through the rain or snow with your cargo in the truck bed exposed to the rain. Or driving along the highway or off-road and all your cargo is covered with dust and debris. A more dreadful scenario is parking your truck and coming back only to find your cargo has been stolen. These are things no truck owner would want to experience and you don’t have to. Once installed, a tonneau cover will fix all these problems and look great too!

Improve the appearance of your truck by updating it with ALL kinds of truck accessories and improvements. Get trendy electronic accessories for your vehicle at Auto Trim Design. With our quality products and services, we GUARANTEE your satisfaction.

Give us a call today at 425-277-9000