Most car enthusiasts look forward to upgrading the performance and appearance of their cars. In fact, many begin making plans to start modding their new rides as soon as they get them.

Typical mods include things like swapping the wheels, upgrading the exhaust, or doing interior upgrades, such as improving the audio system and speakers for a better sound experience.

If you are like most car aficionados and are looking forward to modding your automobile…

…be sure to watch today’s video first.

In it, you’ll discover the seven things you should know before customizing your ride: