Finding A Right Hand Drive Camaro Conversion

By Donna Parker


If you own an American made car, you may want to make some alterations and turn it into a right hand drive model. If you plan to drive the car abroad, you can use it and stay within the law, but converting it will make things much easier. When trying to find a right hand drive camaro conversion, there are things to think about beforehand.

Before you make any major modifications to your vehicle there are a few things you need to bear in mind. If your car is still covered by the manufacturer warranty, it will no longer be valid after the work has been carried out. When you plan on selling the vehicle, you may find that you do not get its full market value. You will also need to notify your insurance providers and there will probably be a slight increase in your annual payments.

The changes needed, will include moving the basic controls, such as foot pedals and steering wheel. Other parts of the car will also need attention such as the headlights, safety belts and interior switches. Some work may be done to the brakes and suspension to ensure the vehicle can be driven safely.

You can choose to carry out a conversion using a do it yourself kit, and this is a low cost way to get the work done. A modification kit can be purchased from various auto stores or from a web based retailer and are reasonably priced. You need to consider that the final results when using one of these kits are not as good as a conversion that is done by a qualified mechanic and some of the mechanical parts will be visible.

A better way to get these mechanical modifications done is to hand your vehicle to a specialized engineering company that does conversions. This is going to be more expensive but the finish will be far better than a kit job and the car will appear as if it is original. Another advantage with this option is that all of the modifications will be covered by the firms guarantee.

You may find that there is a company in your area that can do the conversion work. When you are looking for a firm, the telephone book is a good starting point and you will also find local adverts and many companies are trading online. Speaking with local mechanics may also produce good results and they may be able to do the work or recommend someone they know in the trade.

After finding a reputable company to do the vehicle modifications you can arrange visit their workshop to discuss things. Their mechanics will assess your vehicle before giving you a price for the job and explaining what alterations are required on your model. It is highly recommended that you get price quotes from various firms to make some careful price comparisons.

When you have agreed to get the job done, you need to transport your vehicle to them for the work or they may collect it. It may take a while to complete the job depending on the type of camaro you own and what work is needed. When your car is finished, the technicians will give you paperwork and safety certificates, which you should retain.




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