What Are the Benefits of Aftermarket Caliper Covers?
Brake caliper covers serve one primary purpose: they look really cool. Think of your favorite muscle car or sports car, and it probably has brake calipers that pop behind the wheels, drawing your eyes whether it's parked or driving. With aftermarket covers, you can choose the color of your brake calipers, and whether you want a logo or insignia on them. The vast majority of cars on the road have no brake caliper covers or OEM caliper covers, so this is an area to add a lot of customization to your vehicle that you won’t see on many others.
Do Caliper Covers Improve the Performance of Your Brakes?
Aftermarket caliper covers are really just for aesthetics. If you want to improve the performance of your
brakes, you’ll have to change the calipers themselves, rather than the covers. This is a modification that’s solely about looking good, not increasing performance. With that said, some caliper covers are more durable than others, and will last longer or withstand the rigors of the road better. So the quality of your caliper covers matters, even if it won’t impact how well your muscle car brakes on the road.
How to Pick Brake Caliper Covers for Your Muscle Car
Like most aesthetic upgrades, picking the right brake caliper covers is all about your preference. It’s really a matter of finding what you think looks good and then picking an option that’s within your budget. The most important factor is deciding what color you want. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so there’s no wrong color to pick. For the most part, however, drivers tend to opt for contrasting caliper covers. In other words, if you have a white or a silver car, you might pick a brightly colored caliper cover, like red or yellow. And if your muscle car is red or yellow, you might pick a more understated caliper cover, like white, black, or grey.
If you’re in the market for some caliper covers for your vehicle, then we’ve got tons of options for you, in a wide range of colors and styles. Our sales techs are standing by to help you find the perfect caliper covers for your car and your style.