After spending so much money to acquire a classic car, it is necessary to protect your investment by taking proper care of the car and ensuring that you preserve the value and look of the car. Adequate maintenance of a classic car tends to be different from looking after brand-new vehicles; they require a bit of tender loving care.
- Change the oil
Since it is a classic car and will have lesser mileage than your ordinary car -as it will not be driven regularly- you may be fooled into thinking that it is unnecessary to change the oil frequently. However, do not fall into this trap; the oil in the engine of a classic car that has been left sitting for months can break down and cause problems that could be avoided. Therefore, the vehicle’s mileage racks up; the oil should be changed every six months.
- Check your fluids
You must check and change the fluids in your cars such as water, the brake oil, transmission fluid, and differential oil to ensure that no matter how long your car sits idle in the garage, it is ready to roll whenever you want to take it out for a spin.
- Drive it regularly
Although for some, purchasing a classic car is in the aesthetics and how it will look in the garage, it is necessary to take the car out for a spin once in a while to ensure everything is running smoothly and to ensure it does not gain any problems from sitting idle in the garage.
- Check the brakes
Unlike ordinary cars, which you drive regularly, classic vehicles spend more time in the garage than on the road, making it necessary for you to ensure that you take the time to check the brakes to ensure that when you finally take her for a spin, you do not end up with faulty brakes that could cause loss of life and loss of a classic. Endeavor to have your brakes and brake pad checked at least twice a year to avoid accidents.
- Clean your car
Ensure you clean your car regularly to avoid the trouble dust and dirt can cause to your bodywork and help prevent rust. Also, try to clean the vehicle’s underside because it is not only the body that is exposed to dirt. The inside of the car also needs to be cleaned to ensure the upholstery remains in mint condition.
- Recharge the battery
It is necessary to recharge the car battery, especially when the car has not been in use and especially during the cold season when the car battery is prone to lose its power.
- Wax the car
Waxing helps protect the paintwork from the elements while in storage and on the road. The wax should be applied every six months. Ensure that the wax you are using is top quality and can last for an extended period.
- Regular maintenance
It is necessary to carry out routine vehicle maintenance. Your classic car is just like an automobile; regular maintenance will help increase its lifespan, ensure your safety and make sure it performs well on the road.