At Car Specialist Customs, we are proud to offer a variety of options when it comes to making your car a unique expression of who you are. We are excited to share with you the option of our Starlight.
The UK automotive aftermarket industry is thriving, ranking fourth in Europe and ninth in the world in terms of size, and turning over an annual £21.1 billion.
The sector supports 345,600 jobs and contributes £12.2 billion each year to the economy. And it is growing: the sector’s value is set to rise to £28 billion by 2022.
Starlights are the latest in a long line of aftermarket customisation, and one of the most intricate and unique options you can choose.
In this blog, we will be exploring the question ‘How many starlights do you put on an SUV?’
Let’s begin by explaining the starlight headliner
What is a starlight headliner?
The Starlight Headliners (also known as Starlights) offered by Car Specialist Customs offer the unique factor of NOT being from LED lights, instead, they are made from fibre optic lights. These are lights that are refracted through fibre optic cables.
What colours are Starlights available in?
The true depth of customisation for our Starlights is massive, available in a wide range of colours with up to 500+ options! You can choose white, several base colours or different variations.
Additionally, you can even also control how the lights twinkle, or if they stay on. The car Starlight Headliner can be optimised to twinkle at its own rate.
To add an extra layer of personability to your Starlights, you can download an additional app to control the rate of twinkling to a level that you see fit. The Starlights are controlled wirelessly through Bluetooth.
Are starlight headliners legal?
Our Starlights are completely legal, as they do not cause an obstruction, they are placed above your head on the interior roof, completely out of your field of vision.
Are Starlights necessary?
Starlights are an optional customisation option, they provide no hindrance to the driver, or the vehicle’s function.
They are not necessary in the sense that they are a legal requirement, however, for anybody who loves their vehicle or for anybody who wants to personalise their vehicle and add an element of distinction and class, starlights are an understated and sleek option to consider.
Will a starlight fail MOT?
Cars that have Starlight Headliners which have been installed correctly by professionals, will not fail their MOT. Starlights are an accessory that does not affect the performance of the vehicle or the safety. This is why the installation is so important, any mistakes could lead to faults that could jeopardise your general safety and vehicle performance.
How many starlights do you put on an SUV?
There is a minimum amount required however this is in relation to the space that can be used, if you choose to want more starlights added, you can do this as long as it does not cause any problems within your vehicle.
An SUV does not have a required amount of starlights that need to be added. You can speak to a certified installer like Car Specialist Customs to gauge the amount you would need on your vehicle, that being said, lets discuss installation.
installing starlights in a car
Starlights can be added to almost any vehicle. It is possible for you to install it manually, however, you run the risk of damaging the wiring and other internal components in your vehicle. It is best to leave this to professionals with years of experience like Car Specialist Customs, the process of installation is as follows.
- The process starts by disconnecting all dome, map lights and other trim pieces and removing the vehicle’s headliner.
- Hundreds of small holes then need to be drilled or pinned in the top of the headliner mould, to fit the fibre optic lights, which are individually carefully placed just above the headliner fabric.
- These lights are then attached by adhesive and then stranded together to be run to the location of the Light Source, typically in the trunk, rear seats, or under the vehicle’s dash, wherever you choose.
- The process can take many hours, depending on the number of lights you’re installing.
Can any car have starlight headliners installed on it?
Convertible top cars, whether soft or hard hood, are not able to have starlights installed, due to the retracting and folding of the roof will potentially damage the wiring and lights. The same applies to sun-roof windows
However, cars with sunroofs are able to have starlights installed. Our expert technicians can install starlights to your desired specification. As long as your roof is not convertible, it can be done.
For complete peace of mind, there is a lifetime warranty. So if one or more of your lights burn out, we can replace them for you under warranty, or if anything else should happen.
Our car roof starlight technicians know how to dismantle and remove the roof lining to install the lights, then reinstall it back in place perfectly. We are experienced in working on a wide range of different vehicles from different manufacturers.
Can you drive with your starlights on?
Yes, you can drive with Starlights on. Starlights are legal to use whilst you drive as they do not cause an obstruction to the driver as they are out of the driver’s field of vision. Additionally, Starlights are ambient lighting as opposed to functional light like your overhead interior lights, which can distract you.
Can you drive with interior lights on?
It is not advisable to drive with your interior light on, the reasoning for this is during the night time, having your interior light on can create a reflection on your front & back windscreen, causing a visual obstruction.
Starlights do not share this problem, they are dim enough to not be overpowering or to cause a significant and distracting reflection, and they are nowhere near the driver’s direct field of view in a way that would cause any problems for them.
Purchase starlight headliners today
Our team members at Car Specialist Customs are extremely passionate and proud of the multiple services and products we provide for the people of Greater Manchester and beyond.
As a fully insured and approved installer, catering to the needs of vehicle owners of Greater Manchester and beyond, we are proud to let you know that we offer services for the following:
Personalisation:
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Featuring the brands, Pandora, ScorpionTrak, Meta Trak & SmarTrack, we’ve included affordable, and premium products to suit the needs of our customers. With finance options available, and the option of installation, head to our website to get your quote!
We always will go above expectations to make your car feel special to you. With even more services and options becoming available in the future, Car Specialist Customs is the home of making any car unique, secure and special.
See what we can do for you today, we hope our Starlight service has helped you decide to take a step forward in personalising your vehicle with our unique service.
We hope to have answered the question ‘How many starlights do you put on an SUV?’ whilst providing supplementary information that can help you make an informed choice when it comes to investing in the best security system for your vehicle.
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