Three quarters of used car owners would retrofit their vehicle

More than three quarters of used car owners would consider retrofitting their vehicle, according to a new poll.

In a survey of 502 motorists by The Green Car Website, 78 per cent claimed they were thinking about retro-fitting their car in order to decrease running costs.

Upgrades such as the addition of a hybrid or electric system could also help owners get more cash for cars when the time comes to sell.  

In response to the results, an article from fleetnews.co.uk pointed out easier ways to improve the running costs of a vehicle, such as engine chipping, making your own biofuel or converting to LPG.

Removing factory-fitted roof racks, adding a belly pan or covering the wheels with smooth covers were also cited minor tweaks which could potentially add value to a car and decrease its running costs. 

"With average petrol prices now at 133p per litre, it is easy to see why motorists are increasingly looking for methods to conserve fuel. Of course, the old advice about eco-driving and good car maintenance still remain some of the easiest as well as the cheapest ways to improve your economy," it added.

A report on carmony.co.uk suggested that the advice would be perfect for those who wanted to a sell a car but couldn't afford a suitable replacement.

Mark Allen, Brentwood, Ford Focus

Anthony Bowdidge, Wickford, Ford Focus