Good Mustang parts don't come cheap, it's true. The old saw about how "speed costs money, how fast do you want to go" couldn't be truer. But there are diminishing returns on the speedy stuff. You can spend thousands to eek out just a bit more racetrack performance.

But what if you don't want to race? What if you just want to have a little more oomph between stoplights, or even just keep your old ride on the road? What's available for the average guy or girl who just wants to stand out a little in a car that everyone loves?

Mustang has continually accommodated the car tuning industry. Ford Mustang performance parts are easily obtained from the car maker. And all the trimmings for the car, from wheels to chrome door lock buttons can be found the world over because of the popularity of the Mustang

For about $3000, you can buy a supercharger kit that will give you a killer power gain, but that will cost you your warranty. If you want to keep the factory happy, try digging around in the Mustang parts bin for some headers and a new exhaust. This will keep your warranty intact while gaining your ride a few extra horsepower and a better sound.

Wheels are a good place to start when you want to jazz up your car's personality. The tendency is to use larger wheels along with understated tires. They look a lot like a street racer but they're likely to run a bit rougher and louder than standard tires. That can be jarring when you're driving home after an exhausting day on the job. The good news is you can go with smaller wheels, fatter tires and higher sidewalls that will give you a smoother ride without have to skimp on your car's appearance.

The last thing people consider is car graphics. This doesn't just mean the popular advertiser decals you see on race cars that are favored by street racers, but the flames, tribal designs or even pin striping. A lot of them are obtainable as Mustang parts that are expressly made for a certain model. They come in vinyl sheets that come off easily allowing you to alter the design whenever you're in the mood. They cost a lot less than a custom paint job and they're not permanent.