LEXUS CUSTOMIZATION
TEMPE, AZ | PHOENIX, AZ
LEXUS
The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection
Lexus is a luxury vehicle brand owned by the Japanese automaker Toyota. The brand was introduced in 1989 with the launch of the Lexus LS sedan, and since then, Lexus has expanded its lineup to include a range of cars, SUVs, and crossovers.
Lexus vehicles are known for their high-quality materials, advanced technology features, and smooth, quiet rides. They are also typically priced higher than comparable non-luxury vehicles, and are often marketed as a status symbol.
Customizing the appearance of your Lexus can give it a distinctive look that sets it apart from other vehicles on the road. You can add custom paint jobs, unique wheels, or body kits to give your Lexus a personalized touch.
Customizing your Lexus can also increase its resale value, particularly if you choose upgrades that are popular with buyers.
As Lexus customization experts, Apex Customs is in a league of its own. Bringing your Lexus to our repair shop will allow you to take advantage of the expertise of our staff. When you partner with us, you'll have access to a vast selection of accessories and upgrades that will help you personalize the look of your Lexus and make it reflect who you are. Our team has the knowledge and experience to cater to the specific needs of each owner and vehicle, in addition to a shared passion for cars.
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Suspension Lowering
Your Lexus's appearance may be improved in a number of ways by lowering the suspension. Your Lexus may look more aggressive and sporty if the suspension is lowered. A lowered suspension can produce a more streamlined and sleek profile that can make your car look cool by reducing the distance between the wheels and the wheel arches. Your Lexus's overall styling may benefit from a lowered suspension as well. A variety of aftermarket suspension kits come with parts like springs, struts, and sway bars that can enhance your car's performance and handling while also giving it a more unique and personalized appearance. Wheel fitment can be enhanced by lowering your Lexus. A lowered suspension can enable you to install larger and wider wheels and tires that can further improve the appearance of your car by minimizing the distance between the wheel arches and the wheels.
Benefits of Suspension Lowering
- Lowering the suspension can make your Lexus look more aggressive and sporty.
- A lowered suspension can produce a more streamlined and sleek profile.
- Aftermarket suspension kits can enhance your car's performance and handling while also giving it a more unique and personalized appearance.
- Wheel fitment can be enhanced by lowering your Lexus, allowing larger and wider wheels and tires to be installed.
Performance Exhaust System
A performance exhaust system is an aftermarket upgrade that replaces the stock exhaust system in your Lexus with a higher-performing exhaust system. A performance exhaust system can provide noticeable improvements in engine performance, especially when combined with other modifications such as a cold air intake or engine tuning. A performance exhaust system typically has larger diameter pipes and fewer restrictions than a stock exhaust system, which allows for more exhaust gases to flow out of the engine. This can increase horsepower and torque, especially at high RPMs. A performance exhaust system can improve the scavenging effect, which is the flow of exhaust gases out of the engine. This helps to remove exhaust gases from the combustion chamber more efficiently, which can increase engine power and efficiency. A performance exhaust system can reduce back pressure, which is the pressure that builds up in the exhaust system as a result of the exhaust gases flowing out of the engine. Reducing back pressure can improve engine performance by allowing the engine to breathe more freely. A performance exhaust system can also improve the sound of your vehicle, giving it a more aggressive or sporty tone. This is achieved by replacing the stock muffler with a high-performance muffler or by adding a resonator or other sound-enhancing device.
Advantages of a Performance Exhaust System
- Replaces the stock exhaust system with a higher-performing exhaust system
- Allows for more exhaust gases to flow out of the engine, increasing horsepower and torque
- Improves the scavenging effect, removing exhaust gases from the combustion chamber more efficiently
- Reduces back pressure, allowing the engine to breathe more freely
- Improves the sound of your vehicle, giving it a more aggressive or sporty tone
Wheel Upgrade
A wheel upgrade can significantly enhance the look of your Lexus and give it a more personalized and stylish appearance. It can also improve the vehicle's performance and add value to your investment. New wheels can give your Lexus a fresh and updated look. There are a wide variety of wheel styles available, from sporty and aggressive to more classic and elegant designs, so you can choose the one that best suits your personal taste and complements the overall styling of your Lexus. Upgrading to larger wheels can also give your Lexus a more powerful and muscular appearance. With bigger wheels and lower profile tires, the car's stance will be more assertive and dynamic. Wheels are available in a wide range of colors, from chrome and polished aluminum to matte black and gunmetal, so you can choose a color that complements your car's paint and accentuates its overall style. Upgrading to lighter wheels can also improve the performance of your vehicle. Lighter wheels reduce unsprung weight and rotational mass, which can improve handling, acceleration, and braking performance.
Benefits of Wheel Upgrades:
- Upgrading wheels can enhance the look of your Lexus
- Wide variety of wheel styles to choose from
- Upgrading to larger wheels gives the car a more powerful and muscular appearance
- Wheels available in a wide range of colors
- Lighter wheels can reduce unsprung weight and rotational mass, improving performance
Painted Brake Calipers
Painting auto brake calipers can be a simple and enjoyable way to customize the look of a car while also offering some useful advantages. The main goal of painting auto brake calipers is to improve the aesthetics of the brake system and wheels of a vehicle. Caliper painting can give the brake calipers, which are typically visible through the wheels, a splash of color and give the car a sportier, more distinctive appearance. However, painting brake calipers has advantages beyond just appearance. Cast iron or aluminum, the common materials used to make brake calipers, are susceptible to corrosion and rust over time. High-temperature paint can help shield the calipers from environmental elements like moisture, salt from the road, and debris, extending their lifespan and enhancing their performance. Brake calipers that are painted can make it simpler to inspect the brakes and find potential problems like leaks or stuck calipers. Additionally, the vivid color can assist in warning the driver or mechanic of any brake-related issues. Some high-temperature brake caliper paints were developed to aid in heat dissipation, which can enhance brake performance by lowering the possibility of fade or loss of stopping power.
Benefits of Painted Brake Calipers
- Painting auto brake calipers can improve the aesthetics of the brake system and wheels of a vehicle
- Cast iron or aluminum brake calipers susceptible to corrosion and rust over time
- High-temperature paint shields calipers from environmental elements like moisture, salt from the road, and debris
- Painting brake calipers makes it simpler to inspect the brakes and find potential problems
- Vivid color can assist in warning the driver or mechanic of any brake-related issues
- High-temperature brake caliper paint can aid in heat dissipation, which can enhance brake performance
Sway Bars
Upgrading to a performance suspension and sway bar system can greatly improve your vehicle handling, traction, steering response, and customizability, all of which can lead to a more engaging and enjoyable driving experience. A performance suspension and sway bar system can improve your car's handling by reducing body roll, improving cornering grip, and reducing understeer or oversteer tendencies. This allows your car to stay more planted and stable during aggressive driving, which can lead to faster lap times on a racetrack or improved driving confidence on the road. A performance suspension system can help keep your car's tires in better contact with the road surface, which can improve traction and acceleration. This is because a stiffer suspension will help keep your car's weight transfer more controlled during hard acceleration or cornering, which can prevent wheelspin and improve overall grip. Upgrading to a performance sway bar can improve your car's steering response by reducing body roll and increasing the amount of weight transfer to the outside wheels during cornering. This can improve your car's turn-in response and give you more confidence to take corners at higher speeds. Performance suspension and sway bar systems are typically adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune your car's handling characteristics to your liking. This means you can adjust your suspension and sway bar settings to match your driving style or specific track conditions, which can lead to faster lap times and a more enjoyable driving experience overall.
Advantages of Sway Bars:
- Upgrading to a performance suspension and sway bar system can greatly improve vehicle handling, traction, steering response, and customizability
- Reduces body roll and improves cornering grip
- Keeps car's weight transfer more controlled during hard acceleration or cornering
- Improves steering response by reducing body roll and increasing weight transfer to outside wheels during cornering
- Adjustable settings to match driving style or specific track conditions
- Faster lap times and more enjoyable driving experience overall
Spoiler
A spoiler can potentially improve the performance of your Lexus in several ways, although the specific benefits will depend on the type and design of the spoiler as well as the driving conditions. One of the primary functions of a spoiler is to improve a vehicle's aerodynamics by reducing drag and increasing downforce. By redirecting airflow over the rear of the vehicle, a spoiler can help to reduce turbulence and increase stability at high speeds. This can result in improved handling, reduced wind noise, and better fuel efficiency. A spoiler can also improve traction and stability by increasing the weight and downward force on the rear wheels. This can be particularly useful in high-speed cornering or in wet or slippery conditions, where the additional weight can help to keep the vehicle planted on the road. Some spoilers are designed to improve braking performance by reducing rear-end lift during hard braking. This can help to maintain stability and prevent the vehicle from skidding or losing control. Some high-performance spoilers are also designed to provide additional cooling to the brakes or engine by directing airflow to these areas. This can help to prevent overheating and improve overall performance.
Advantages of a Spoiler:
- Improves vehicle aerodynamics by reducing drag and increasing downforce
- Reduces turbulence and increases stability at high speeds
- Improves handling, reduces wind noise, and better fuel efficiency
- Increases weight and downward force on rear wheels, improving traction and stability
- Reduces rear-end lift during hard braking, increasing stability
- Provides additional cooling to brakes and engine, preventing overheating
Body Modifications
Body modifications can potentially improve the performance of your Lexus by altering its aerodynamics, reducing weight, or increasing rigidity. Body kits typically consist of front and rear bumpers, side skirts, and a rear spoiler, and are designed to improve a vehicle's aerodynamics by reducing drag and increasing downforce. By redirecting airflow over and around the vehicle, a well-designed body kit can improve handling and stability at high speeds, as well as reduce wind noise and increase fuel efficiency. Carbon fiber is a lightweight and strong material that can be used to replace heavier factory components like hoods, trunks, fenders, and even body panels. By reducing the weight of the vehicle, carbon fiber components can improve acceleration, handling, and braking performance, as well as increase fuel efficiency. Chassis bracing involves reinforcing the structural rigidity of the vehicle's frame and body, typically through the use of additional bars or braces. By reducing flex and twist in the chassis, chassis bracing can improve handling and stability, as well as reduce body roll and improve cornering performance.
Benefits of Body Modifications:
- Body modifications can improve the performance of a Lexus
- Body kits can reduce drag, increase downforce, and improve handling and stability
- Carbon fiber components can reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve acceleration, handling, and braking performance
- Chassis bracing can reduce flex and twist in the chassis and improve handling and stability
Carbon Fiber Pattern Wrap
Your car's appearance could be improved by a carbon fiber body wrap. Carbon fiber has a distinctive and distinctive appearance that can give your car a customized and high-performance look. Without the expense and time-consuming need for modifications, a carbon fiber wrap can give the appearance of carbon fiber. A carbon fiber wrap can give your car a sleeker, more contemporary look. Your car's hood, roof, and trunk can all receive the wrap, which can give your vehicle a unified and striking appearance. A carbon fiber wrap can also guard against dings, chips, and other types of damage to your car's paint. The wrap is constructed of a sturdy, high-quality material that can withstand the elements and keep your car looking great for longer. Compared to other custom modifications, a carbon fiber wrap is a reasonably priced choice that can still significantly improve the look of your car.
Advantages of Carbon Fiber Pattern Wrap:
- Carbon fiber body wrap gives cars a distinctive and high-performance look
- Without needing modifications, carbon fiber wrap can give the appearance of carbon fiber
- Carbon fiber wrap can give car a sleeker, more contemporary look
- Wrap can cover hood, roof, and trunk to give unified and striking appearance
- Carbon fiber wrap guards against dings, chips, and other types of paint damage
- Constructed of sturdy, high-quality material that can withstand the elements and keep car looking great for longer
- Compared to other modifications, carbon fiber wrap is a reasonably priced choice that can significantly improve car's look
Wheels & Tires
The wheels and tires of your Lexus are a crucial component of the vehicle's performance and can have a significant impact on its handling, traction, and overall performance. Upgraded wheels and tires can improve a vehicle's traction, especially during acceleration, braking, and cornering, by providing better grip. This may lead to improved control and faster lap times. Upgrading to wheels and tires that are lighter and stiffer can help your car handle better by reducing the weight that isn't supported by springs and making the steering more responsive. This can make driving more engaging and responsive. Wider tires can improve a vehicle's cornering grip, allowing for higher cornering speeds. By choosing the right combination of wheel and tire sizes, you can make the vehicle handle and perform the way you want it to, based on how you drive or how well you want it to perform. Upgrading the wheels and tires of your Lexus can be a great way to boost its performance, particularly if you're looking to improve traction, handling, and overall performance.
Advantages of Upgraded Wheels & Tires:
- Upgrading wheels can enhance the look of your Lexus
- Wide variety of wheel styles to choose from
- Upgrading to larger wheels gives the car a more powerful and muscular appearance
- Wheels available in a wide range of colors
- Lighter wheels can reduce unsprung weight and rotational mass, improving performance
Vehicle Protection & Appearance
COMMON SERVICES & UPGRADES
Vinyl Wrap
At Apex Customs our certified installers are the best in the business when it comes to the professional installation of an automotive vinyl wrap. We can install vinyl wrap in any application, but our specialty is color change vinyl wraps, racing stripes, vinyl graphics, hood and roof vinyl wraps. Our installers have many years of experience working on everything from Semi Trucks to Ferrari's and Honda Civics. Whatever your vinyl wrap application is, we can deliver your project on time and on budget without complication.
Vinyl Wrap Services:
- Color Change Vinyl Wrap
- Vinyl Racing Stripes
- Vinyl Hood Wrap
- Vinyl Roof Wrap
- Vinyl Graphics
- Vinyl Pinstripes
- Side Mirror Vinyl Wrap
- Vehicle Wraps
Custom Paint
At Apex Customs we offer full-service automotive body and paint services. From collision repair to a custom builds, our certified expert painters will deliver you showroom quality results which meet and exceed factory specifications.
When it comes to customizing your car, truck, or SUV, an eye-catching paint job is one the best investments you can make. Whether your project is a classic car restoration, a collision repair, or a brand new sedan, a custom paint job will take your car, truck, or SUV from ordinary to extraordinary!
Apex Paints:
- Paint Quality
- Proper Prep
- Multiple Layers
- Missing Surfaces
- Prevent Overspray
- Color Matching
Paint Protective Film
Paint Protection Film (PPF), also commonly referred to as "Clear Bra," is applied to the painted surfaces of a vehicle to protect the paint from minor abrasions, stone chips, and bug splatters. Manufactured out of a thermoplastic urethane film, PPF is OEM approved by virtually every car manufacturer. PPF is installed by certified professionals due to the challenging nature of the installation. The primary function of PPF is to protect a vehicle from the elements and potential damage from road debris such as rock chips, paint scuffs and scratches and even vandalism.
PPF Locations
- Rocker Panels
- Hoods, Bumpers & Mirror-Backs
- Door Edges and Handle Cavities
- Full Hoods, Trunks and Roofs
- Full Front-Ends
- Full Vehicles
Window Tint
At Apex Customs Phoenix, our authorized installers specialize in the professional installation of automotive window tint.
Our professional line of Kavaca window tinting films will not only greatly enhance the look and value of your ride, but most importantly in our desert heat, will significantly reduce UV rays and heat inside your vehicle. Installing window tint on your vehicle will also improve the safety of your vehicle through window tinting’s Glass Fragment Retention properties.
Window Tint Benefits:
- Protects Upholstery
- Increases Comfort
- Reduce Driver Fatigue
- Protects Glass
- Skin Protection
- Added Security
Ceramic Pro
At Apex Customs we appreciate the investment that you have made in your vehicle, and we are here to help protect that investment!
As an authorized dealer of the best automotive coating products in the industry, we are proud to carry CERAMIC PRO hydrophobic nano-ceramic paint coating. This product is specifically designed to lock in your paint's perfect shine and promote an easily cleanable surface. The hydrophobic nature of the product allows water to bead right off and carry dirt particulates with it.
Ceramic Pro Offers:
- Unrivaled scratch and stain resistance
- Exceptional clarity
- Superior resistance dirt and grime
- Durable glass shield technology
- Tough, durable and maintenance free
- Corrosion resistance
- Oxidation resistance
- UV protection
Light Restoration
After years on the road in the Arizona sun, headlights and tail lights become scratched, pitted and discolored, which impacts the clarity and effectiveness of these lights. At Apex Customs, we can restore the OEM lenses and housings on your headlights and tail lights so they are crystal clear again, and function like new. The process includes use of a special compound and procedure that removes surface oxidation and imperfections in the lenses and housings. Apex can also smoke your lights, giving it a distinctive style, while preserving the functionality of these lights.
Light Restoration Benefits:
- Light Housings Look New Again
- Headlight Clarity is Restored
- Protected Against UV Damage
- Headlight Function Improved
- Distinctive Styling
