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Buying a Car – Tips on How to Maintain It
In this article we will look at some general service hints that apply to any car whether you buy it new or used. In most cases, these maintenance costs are not covered by your factory and extended warranty, but are important considerations in getting the best and most reliable service from your car.
The first consideration is where you take it for service. Many people simply take it back to the dealer where they bought it. The advantage there is that if they discover anything that needs fixing under the warranty, they will fix it for you when you take it in for service. But be aware that you pay a premium for dealer service in most things, and you can often cut the cost of that routine maintenance by 30% or more by using a good independent repair shop. And the independent shop may be a bit more observant in pointing out other problems with your car that you can have fixed under warranty back at the dealership.
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Perform Your Own Automobile Maintenance
Today’s cars can typically be expected to pass the 200,000 mile mark with consistent automobile maintenance. With the price of automobiles, you will want to protect that investment by performing regular maintenance. If you can do much of the work yourself, you will save a lot of money in labor. Invest in a good set of tools and choose quality parts when performing your own automobile maintenance.
If you have some skill, but want to learn more look for courses in general repairs and maintenance. These can often be found at your local community center, Community College or an automotive technical school in your area. Consider investing in a good repair manual for your car, such as a Chilton’s manual. The internet is a good place to look for articles and information. There are many sites devoted to auto repair and maintenance.
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How To Wash Your Car The Proper Way
Washing a car without the proper techniques will cause swirls and scratches on the paint.
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Removing Coffee Stains & Spillages From Your Car
Coffee spills are one of the most common accidents to occur in the car now days. The stains can look very unsightly and if left uncleaned will leave a stale odour. If the right techniques and products are used however, coffee spillages & stains can be fairly easily cleaned up from most surfaces leaving no stain or indication that there was even a spillage to begin with.
The first thing you should do if coffee is spilled in the interior of your car is to soak up as much of it as possible with paper towels, an old towel or whatever you have to hand. Ideally the spillage should be dealt with immediately, but if this is not possible as is the nature of accidental spillages, it would help to cover the affected area with a wet towel to help prevent the coffee from drying.