It’s every boy’s dream to own an expensive sports car. Once you own one, it’s important you know how to look after it or it could soon turn into a nightmare. Here is everything you need to know about owning a classic car.
Where do I keep it?
One of the biggest problems when it comes to owning a classic car is finding somewhere to store it. You’ll want to find somewhere safe where it is protected, but also somewhere close by so you can quickly jump in the front seat whenever you have a chance to go for a drive. If you simply kept the car on the road outside your house or even your driveway, the insurance could skyrocket. Insurers will think there’s more chance of someone damaging or even attempting to steal your car, so will charge you a lot more for cover.
To keep insurance costs down, find a secure site that specializes in storing classic cars. For example, if you’re looking for car storage in San Diego, consider putting it in The Vault. Just like the name suggests, this location is completely secure with a state-of-the-art security system to monitor their vehicles 24/7. They can even collect and deliver your car to your front door whenever you want to drive it. You can even pay them to service your car, as they provide everything from battery maintenance to tire pressure checks.
How do I make sure it keeps running?
The secret to stopping a big problem taking your classic car off the road is to spot it as early as possible. Make sure you put aside time every few weeks to carry out checks on your car. These checks should include everything from checking the oil, the tire pressures and most importantly when it comes to classic cars – the engine. If you spot even the smallest problem, get it seen to before you take it back on the road. If you decide to take it for a drive, the problem could escalate very quickly and cost a lot more to put right.
How do I keep it looking like new?
Just like everything in life, your car will start showing signs of age the longer you have it. The only problem is as you’ll always want your pride and joy to look as new and shiny as the moment it left the factory it was made in. The most obvious way to look after your car is to drive carefully. Some roads and junctions that might be okay in a modern-day vehicle might not be appropriate for a classic car. Avoid any roads with potholes. If your suspension means your car sits lower down on the floor, avoid any steep ramps as you could easily end up scratching the bottom of your car.
It’s also important to clean your car regularly. Leave any dirt on your car for a long amount of time, and it could damage any fragile paint job or even start rusting some of the features of the car. Make sure you use soft materials, like a shammy cloth or a very delicate sponge, to avoid scratching your car. Use a car shampoo afterward to make sure it sparkles.
Thanks for reading and y’all stay dandy.
-Diego
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