Preparing Your Car or Truck for Football Season
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September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016

With football season underway, it’s time to adorn your car or truck to show off your team spirit. Many states allow drivers to buy license plates with college and pro team logos—and eBay has no shortage of team-themed license plate covers and frames - opens in new window or tab.. If that doesn’t go far enough, put on mud flaps - opens in new window or tab. or a sunshade visor - opens in new window or tab. embossed with your favorite team's logo. Or if you’re a Dallas Cowboys fan, think about buying a Ford F-150 truck tricked out to support “America’s team.”
The Texas Ford dealers are offering a limited-edition Dallas Cowboys F-150 truck for the 2016-17 NFL season. The special truck is limited to 400 examples, all bearing the personal signature of Jerry Jones, the owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys.

Minnesota Vikings mud flaps
The Ford truck started out as a F-150 XLT with the chrome package. Then, silver paint was added with blue and white rocker-panel striping to match the team’s helmet. The dealers included a specific Cowboys badge nameplate for the doors and the tailgate. The final touches on the exterior are 20 inch-wheels with a Cowboys center cap, team-logo floor mats, and a large star in the bed of the truck.
All these adornments represent about $1,500 of value for the truck, which sells for $41,925. If you’re not prepared to go that far, there are countless ways to show off your team pride:
After your vehicle is properly suited up for football action, check out our guide to tailgate party accessories - opens in new window or tab.. (And for kicks, check out this Beer Pong Tailgate Liner - opens in new window or tab.. Use with discretion.)
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This article is meant to provide general guidance only. Automotive maintenance, repair, upgrade, and installation may depend on vehicle-specifics such as make and model. Always consult your owner's manual, repair guide for specific information for your particular vehicle and consider a licensed auto-care professional's help as well, particularly for advance repairs.