A weather cloth on "Niva Chevrolet": we do tuning with the mind (photo). Body kit on Chevrolet Niva: reviews, prices

A bit of history. The first serial copy of the car VAZ-2121 "Niva" was released in April 1977. At that time, no car company produced such cars. According to some indicators, "Niva" was revolutionary. Compact medium SUV with permanent all-wheel drive, interaxle locking of bridges, independent front suspension, with passenger car interior. And most importantly: "Niva" is the first SUV ever built on the basis of an all-metal bearing body. The use of a load-bearing body in combination with a modest price by world standards produced a furor. Subsequently, most automakers and primarily the Japanese automotive industry picked up this ingenious technical solution. Today, all crossovers, SUVs and most mid-sized SUVs are based on a body structure. In 2006, as a result of the combined efforts and interests of GM and AvtoVAZ, they launched the updated model of the compact SUV Chevrolet Niva.

Development of the Chevrolet Niva model

The first batch of cars in the Chevrolet Niva FAM-1 package was launched in November 2006 and was produced for two years as the main model of the GM-AvtoVAZ alliance. In the design of the car constantly made changes that improve the qualitative characteristics of the SUV, a plastic outfit "Niva Chevrolet" appeared.

As a result of modifications and modifications, the Chevrolet Niva Trophy package appeared, which showed excellent results in off-road operation. Features of this configuration are as follows:

- Changing the timing chain in favor of the mechanical version.

- The appearance of an improved system of air intake through the snorkel to avoid the danger of a hydrostatic attack.

- The appearance of the function of forced locking of the cooling system.

- Implementation of the possibility of switching off the fans.

- Transmission breathers are raised to the level of the bonnet.

- In the leading bridges are installed systems of self-locking differentials.

- The transmission acquired a gear ratio of 4.3 in the main pairs instead of 3.9.

- Appearance of additional hinged accessories, the place of fastening of a winch, the big luggage carrier and a ladder is provided.

- For the first time there was a body kit on the Niva Chevrolet.

Many experts appreciated the potential of the new equipment. A huge community of patriots of this machine perceived the emergence of a revolutionary bundle as a guide to action, and the era of mass enthusiasm for tuning began.

Car Design

Considering the photo "Niva Chevrolet", many inexperienced motorists consider the car a little boring and too simple, without some distinctive zest.

But in fact, the simplicity of design and comparative cheapness of the car is the key to all kinds of changes and improvements. In this car there is a huge potential for the flight of the creative thought of an automobile designer. With the help of smart tuning for SUVs the car turns into a real monster - a powerful winner of any roads. Competent tuning is the following: first of all, in any case, do not overload the car with a large number of different elements, in addition to the aesthetic load, each element must perform a fully defined functional, otherwise the machine will turn into a tractor that is not heavy.

Stages of competent tuning

To start work on the tuning project, you need to take a photo of "Niva Chevrolet" from different angles to develop a step-by-step plan. The initial stage of off-road tuning is the selection of the optimal size of wheels and disks. Everyone seems to think that the more wheels, the more advantages on the road gets a car. In a sense, this can really help. But do not forget that the more wheels, the closer they are to the factory wheel arches. With this it will be necessary to do something.

Serious reworking of the body structure is a time-consuming and expensive operation. The next step is the installation of an elevator suspension to increase the ride height. Next, it is necessary to think over the options for installing the power elements of the vehicle's body, especially the bumpers, the headlights, and the stop lamps. The final stage is the preparation and improvement of the elements of the engine compartment under the future operation in critical off-road conditions.

Project preparation

Initially, it is necessary to develop a project for the future off-road monster "Niva Chevrolet", tuning which kit and accessories are purchased in specialized stores.

The main elements of the body kit are front and rear bumper, spoilers on the door, rear spoiler, thresholds, external radiator grille with elements of power hood protection and headlights.

Do not look for details for tuning at the lowest price at the expense of quality. The minimum kit, consisting of protective elements made of stainless pipes of Italian manufacture, will cost about 30 thousand rubles, it includes: protection of the front bumper, rear and thresholds.

Plastic weather-cloth

Plastic body kits, as a rule, are used to improve the aerodynamics of the car and give it a unique aesthetic image. For this, a detailed project is developed taking into account a large number of parameters: car color, age, technical condition, estimated budget.

Today, there are many companies that successfully and qualitatively engaged in the professional development of cars of different brands. There is a huge selection of such elements as a body kit "Niva Chevrolet", the price for them is quite acceptable. In addition to the skirts themselves, all kinds of additional equipment are installed, which allows to protect thresholds, bumpers. Such elements provide good protection against dirt, stones and various road debris. The cost of a set of plastic body kit ranges from 13 to 29 thousand rubles. Please note that the price of the kit does not include the cost of installation work.

Power kit

The most important element of off-road tuning is the so-called power kit. This, as a rule, metal parts of the body equipment, which, in addition to aesthetic problems, solve completely applied tasks for power protection of a car in off-road conditions. Reinforced thresholds, a powerful metal front bumper with a winch, a rear bumper, protection of the box's crankcase with transfer case and engine crankcase. Here, perhaps, an incomplete list of elements of the body kit of any SUV.

A body kit on the Niva Chevrolet is made of metal and most often of stainless steel. Power thresholds are a very important element in equipping an all-terrain vehicle, it helps to protect the car body from various mechanical damages in conditions of narrow places and sharp differences in heights (deep pits, potholes, sharp descents). The cost of the elements of the body kit significantly varies from the wishes of the car owner. The average price range is as follows: from 45 to 100 thousand rubles and above. For example, the price of the rear bumper can range from 16 000 to 42 000 rubles, depending on the configuration.

Reviews

Many Russian car owners complain about the manufacturer's shortcomings, for example, the lack of a good strong and large trunk, especially necessary for a long trip. As a result, buy and install a powerful trunk with reinforced attachments and in addition a ladder to the roof for ease of use. There is a need to buy a body kit on the Niva Chevrolet. Good reviews on the quality of plastic and power dodgers are expressed in the address of the well-known manufacturers, some elements, provided they possess certain skills, manage to make themselves to motorists.

Most motorists who have made a competent auto-tuning in a good car service, are grateful to the installers of the body kit and to the manufacturers.

Guarantee

Installing a body kit on the "Niva Chevrolet" from various manufacturers, it is very important to determine the quality of the components, the reputation of the manufacturer and the conditions for observing the warranty obligations to the buyer. It often happens that the car enthusiast finds components at a price much lower than a trusted manufacturer with a good reputation. And it seems that this is very good, huge savings, but, as you know, the miser pays twice. Do not chase for cheap parts, an unexpected breakdown at the most inopportune moment, especially in off-road conditions, will cost several times more. Get a quality body kit on the Niva Chevrolet.