In general, car manufacturers know what they’re doing.  Businesses like that of auto manufacturing have high barriers to entry, meaning that the products they make have generally proven themselves better than similar products and thus deserving of market share.  However, not every car is built to be the best it can, and you can easily change that with aftermarket parts.  Aftermarket parts are parts that you can add to your car’s exhaust system to make it work better than it did when it was brand new.

What differentiates aftermarket exhaust parts from any type of car repair?

Aftermarket exhaust parts are meant to improve the performance of a vehicle regardless of any wear and tear that it’s had to endure.  In employing the use of aftermarket exhaust parts, you aren’t fixing something that’s broken, but rather improving something that already works.

Do aftermarket parts just improve performance?

No!  Aftermarket parts can be purchased to improve performance, aesthetics, or more specifically in the case of mufflers: the sounds of your vehicle.  You can alter your exhaust system to sound how you want it to (see our previous post on making your car sound like a Ferrari) or look how you’d like as well with exhaust tips.  Aftermarket parts are all about customizing your vehicle to be exactly what you want it to be.

Can aftermarket exhaust parts be used as replacement parts?

Yes!  In fact, aftermarket exhaust parts tend to be cheaper than factory or OEM replacements, making them a great option for those looking to both customize their vehicle and get a good deal on maintenance.  Replacement parts can be so expensive that you simply can’t afford them, which is stressful and dangerous.  Explore aftermarket exhaust parts and see if their prices could be more suitable for your needs and your wallet.

Virtually every part of your exhaust system can be purchased as an aftermarket exhaust part, whether it be headers, catalytic converters, mid-pipes, thermal insulation, or resonators,  you can get all of these parts and more for a better cost with American Muffler. While we are on the subject of aftermarket parts, we’d love to give a quick shout to our friends over at PSG we just ordered a paint sprayer for a new project and its been a pleasure to use thus far!