You remember your first time purchasing a car, don’t you? Maybe it wasn’t your dream car, but it was something you could call your own! You could care for it as you pleased, drive it anywhere you wanted, take any passengers you wanted. Now, however, you’re parting ways, and you want to receive the best return on your investment. If you’re considering selling your vehicle, then regular upkeep is a must. Being wary of changes in weather is especially important, with winter slowly closing in on us. Orange Buys Cars has some helpful tips for keeping your car in great condition.

1. Inspect Vulnerable Engine Parts

Be sure to inspect vulnerable parts of the engine such as the battery, belts, and hoses. In the colder temperatures, your battery is more susceptible to corrosion damage. Additionally, your battery’s water levels can be corrected by refilling it with distilled water. Belts and hoses in your car are also important parts in need to maintenance. When inspecting belts and hoses, look for cracks and other signs of wear and tear that can be caused by cold weather.

2. Maintain Your Windshield and Windshield Wipers

Your actual windshield should be free of any cracks or punctures, but often overlooked parts in need of replacing are the windshield wipers. If your windshield continues to look grimy no matter how often you use your wipers, check the wipers for gunky build-up. It’s not uncommon to replace these yearly, and when replacing your wiper-fluid, especially with the winter months coming, use windshield washer fluid as regular water will freeze.

3. Examine Tire and Paint Condition

Keeping your tires in good condition is essential as well. As the temperature drops, your tire pressure will drop as well. Ensure tires are at their target tire pressure as reduced pressure can result in loss of traction in colder snowy conditions. Timely replacement of your tires is important as well. Old tires are more susceptible to hazardous road conditions and can cause sudden blow outs. Sunny conditions in Florida are the mainstay, but an increase in rain coupled with other factors like bugs, dirt and dust, and bird droppings, you’ll want to make sure you take care of your paint job. Regular car washes can help, but if you rub your hand across the surface of the car and feel roughness, then it’s time to go in for a wax. This provides added protection from the elements, and is the kind of maintenance you’ll only need to do twice a year.

Saying farewell to your car doesn’t have to be a miserable experience. If you’ve maintained your car well, it’ll continue to purr all the way to Orange Buys Cars. Proper maintenance will ensure you receive an optimal asking price. Visit us today and receive an estimate!

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