Perhaps, even since the launch of mass production of cars, attempts have been made to upgrade them. And if today we are talking about cool software or individual gadgets for the rich, then twenty-five years ago, a removable radio tape recorder and even an antistatic was the height of dreams. Here are 12 car accessories from the 1990s that are remembered with nostalgia today.
1. Removable radio
A removable radio tape recorder for many a quarter of a century ago was the ultimate dream. Anyone who had one did not miss the opportunity to brag to their friends. However, given the level of crime at that time, the coveted device was not left in the car at night - that is why removable models were in use.
2. Interior fan
The fan attached to the torpedo was considered an antediluvian car upgrade from the Soviet era. But even in the nineties, they were not abandoned immediately - after all, the air conditioning system in cars was then a rarity and cost a lot, and then nobody wanted to proceed in the stuffy cabin.
3. Steering wheel cover
Today, the odd look of the steering wheel braid as it was in the nineties evokes mixed feelings. But in fact, this upgrade was of a purely practical nature - the steering wheel was wrapped around so that your hands would not sweat and slip at the most inopportune moment. They made the braid from a variety of materials - from electrical tape to faux fur. The latter, by the way, was very fond of truckers.
4. Suction pad
A practical thing for any business person with a car became widespread in the nineties. The notebook often had tear-off pages so that the driver or passengers did not waste time turning it over. And although this gadget often had a suction cup that was too weak to support its own weight, it was still carried on the windshield, albeit for show.
5. Seat Covers
In the nineties, motorists tried not only to qualitatively improve their car, but also to change its interior. The best option at the time was good seat covers. Then the trend was gray or black, as well as crimson with dark edging - they were also a way to express your status and wealth.
6. Rearview mirror
In the nineties, another indicator of "coolness" was a decent-sized panoramic rear-view mirror. And over time, they themselves underwent an upgrade - they built in an electronic clock, glowing thermometers and even a compass. It's funny, but then no one cared that the mirror was in fact of little use, because due to the low quality it was decent distorted the image, and besides, it was a target for car thieves - all the same, many dreamed of this catchy lotion.
7. Bobble head dog
This funny car accessory was almost the main design dream of the motorist of the nineties. A toy, shaking its head with or without reason, often took pride of place under the windshield. And some put them several at once - the main thing is not to distract the driver from the road.
8. Cassette storage unit
Cassettes with the collapse of the Soviet Union became the most popular and at the same time accessible musical medium. And, of course, motorists did not miss the opportunity to listen to their favorite tunes during the trip. Special boxes were used to store the cassettes, and they could be placed in different places in the cabin, however, the most popular were those that were located at hand - between the front seats.
9. Antistatic
One or more small stripes hanging from the back of the car inevitably attracted attention. However, this simple little thing has always been appreciated by experienced motorists, because it played the role of an antistatic agent, grounding excess voltage.
Interesting fact: along with the stripes, they also liked to decorate the back of the car with toys or even the heads of dolls that were put on the towbar.
10. Antenna
The radio antenna has been considered one of the coolest car gadgets since perestroika. Moreover, they could be placed anywhere and even several at a time - on the windshield, roof or rear bumper. In fact, the effect of the antenna was the same as of the phones built into the car - they might not even work, because in order to make an impression, it was enough to have it.
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11. Stop signal
An additional brake light, like an antenna, twenty-five years ago often performed more than just its applied functions. The bulky and catchy design was a kind of design decision.
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12. Steering rack locking device
In the troubled nineties, drivers were especially concerned about the safety of their car. However, there was often no money for a decent alarm and anti-theft system. Then they resorted to using such a locking device on the steering rack, because of which the rim to turn it was possible only by sawing a metal rod or completely disassembling the upper part of the instrument panels.
Do you want to know what car gadgets can be found in the cars of the rich today? Then read: 7 weird but practical car gadgets that don't come cheap
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