Jeep Accessories Buyer's Guide: 7 Essential Summer Jeep Accessories

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We’ve probably all had those moments of lust—those moments when we’re sitting next to a classic beauty at a traffic light or following a gorgeous new model down the street. Whether we’re attracted to the sporty look, the shapely body, or even the tiny Bikini Top, most of us have dreamt about what it would be like…to own a Jeep.

Yes, it’s good to be a Jeep owner, especially when you’ve maximized the experience with the right Jeep accessories. Here are our seven essential Jeep accessories to help you make the most of the summer:

Bikini Tops
93 days. That’s how many official days you have to enjoy summer, so take full advantage of the great weather by giving your Jeep a Bikini Top. A traditional Bikini Top replaces your Jeep’s all-encompassing solid top and side windows with a one-piece soft top section. Because there are no side sections, you can cruise in open-air comfort with overhead shade from direct sunlight.

Bestop Bikini Tops are made from strong, stain- and mildew-resistant fabric that perfectly color-matches the factory color of your original Jeep top. The tops have reinforced edges to reduce flapping and are secured with industrial-grade webbing and heavy-duty composite buckles and fittings.
 

Here are a few more alternative Jeep top options for summer driving:

• Bestop Safari Header Bikini Tops
• Rugged Ridge Island Toppers
• Rampage California Briefs

Tonneau Covers
Duster, tonneau cover, deck cover—whatever you call it, this affordable accessory will keep your back seat or cargo area protected from sun, rain, and dust. Ideal for use with a Bikini Top, the Bestop Duster Deck Cover offers a low-profile appearance, can improve gas mileage, and keeps valuable cargo out of sight. Plus, it prevents UV rays from fading your upholstery.  

Here are a few more tonneau cover options to consider:

• Rampage Tonneau Covers
• Pavement Ends Cargo Covers
• Smittybilt Tonneau Covers

Seat Covers
Your Jeep is at home on the mud, dirt, and sand. It’s up to you to make sure the mud, dirt, and sand don’t find a home on your vehicle’s upholstery. That’s why we recommend a comfortable, snug-fitting set of seat covers to keep your seat looking like new.     

Rugged Ridge Seat Covers are available in two great options: neoprene and polycotton. The neoprene seat covers are a great option if you and your Jeep plan to spend some quality time at the beach. They’re spill-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about wet bathing suits or spilled drinks. The polycotton seat covers offer great protection against dirt and the sun’s damaging UV rays.

Here are a few more affordable seat cover options to keep your seats looking good:

• Bestop Seat Covers
• Smittybilt Custom-Fit Seat Covers
• Saddleman Neoprene Seat Covers

Floor Mats
Round out your interior protection with a set of quality floor mats, floor liners, or cargo liners. Often made from heavy-duty rubberized or thermoplastic material, these affordable accessories trap dirt, mud, and water without letting it seep through to your Jeep’s carpet. Some mats even have molded edges to keep liquids from spilling out onto the carpet.

Choose from rubberized, thermoplastic, or upholstered/carpeted mats, including:

• Husky Front Seat Floor Liners
• Husky WeatherBeater Floor Liners
• Lloyd RubberTite Floor Mats

Bug Deflectors
Tiny bugs may not stand a chance against a Jeep barreling down the road at 35 miles per hour, but they’re certainly not backing down from the fight either. Nope, those stubborn little critters aren’t going anywhere but all over your hood—unless you’ve got a bug deflector in place.

Also called bug guards or hood shields, bug deflectors help protect your vehicle from dings, chips, and damaging bug splatter. They’re affordable, easy-to-install, and rugged enough to deflect bugs, small rocks, and other road debris. Choose from the biggest brand names in the Jeep accessory industry, including:

• Auto Ventshade Bugflectors II
• MacNeil Easy-On Stone and Bug Deflectors
• Lund Industries Interceptor Hood Shields

Sound Bars
What’s better than cruising around in your Jeep on a warm summer evening? How about cranking some tunes while you cruise around on a summer evening?  The Vertically Driven Products Soundbar allows you to turn your roll bar into a premium sound system. This pre-wired speaker system positions the speakers near your ears, so you don’t need to wake up the neighborhood to listen to your favorite music—unless you really want to. Vertically Driven Soundbars mount without drilling and include dome lights, water-resistant fabric, and factory-matched colors.

Locking Consoles
Your Jeep isn’t exactly the most secure place to keep your belongings, but it doesn’t have to be an easy target for theft either. Prevent thieves from stealing your summer fun with a locking console.

Rugged Ridge Ultimate Locking Consoles feature dual cup holders, a removable CD tray, a can cooler, a coin storage tray, and a sunglass holder. The consoles are constructed from durable vinyl wrapped around plastic coated hardwood to keep moisture out and create an attractive look. Here are a few more options for your Jeep:

• Vertically Driven Products Ultimate Locking Consoles
• Rampage Deluxe Locking Center Consoles

Seven summer accessories—all under 200 bucks! What are you waiting for? Get your Jeep ready for warm-weather fun now before summer’s gone!