Originally Posted by Snoopy

I think the type of modifications the OP is speaking about would cost MUCHO DINARO. Few, if any, aftermarket parts companies can produce cheap "want to haves". For example, this forum has a couple of great "customized" cars. A lot of dollars, out of the reach of most owners, was spent just for custom bumper and hoods. The average owner WILL NOT SPEND that type of money.

Most owners, I believe, purchased the car for looks and its economical utility. Anything done afterward was done to personalize and not to customize.....in the true sense of the word.

I guess my point is......there is NOT ENOUGH interest in the aftermarket to manufacturer enough parts to be competitive. Look at the vendors that support this site/forum. They supply one or two items for the HHR, but cannot justify the expenses of a business without providing parts for other make of vehicles (engine parts are a different animal, because the engines are used to a greater extent in other vehicles, thus increases the gain potential.)

I personally would like to see a REAL custom. Something that had a lot of sheet metal and torch work done. But that will only occur from a specialty shop as a "one off".......again many dollars.

JMO