How to Increase the Resale Value of Your Car

Do you own the same car for a very long time? Perhaps you are considering selling your favorite car and get a trendier car. If so, how do you plan to increase the resale value of your car? The secret is to keep your old car as good as new. A car is our most expensive investment. Sadly a new car tends to depreciate as soon as it leaves the showroom and continues to do so even after it is older than two years. This however, should not inhibit us from being proud of it. We tend to take pride in showing it off to our friends, colleagues, and of course while on road. This is possible as long as a car is kept in top condition. When we keep our car shining like new car it adds value to itself without our knowing it. You would not be surprised if somebody makes a passing remark about its supposed value close to the show room price. An impressive car costs more than it should despite its age. By taking good care of your car you not only are increasing its resale value, saving on bigger repairs (lemon car) but you are also extending its youth. Meanwhile if you had lost your heart to a newer edition or other brand you might consider selling it as a used car. Your old car fetches you a very good price because it is in a top condition.

Here are some useful tips that will help you keep your car looking new:

Steer clear of impending dents, scratches and damages on the road.

Keep a proper breaking distance

Keep to the right

Drive slowly on roads with loose stones or lots of sand

Give larger trucks and vehicles a wide berth

Choose your parking spots carefully:

Avoid parallel parking whenever possible

Only use lots with angled spots or wide straight-in spots

Steer clear of ‘compact only' spots as it is very difficult to maneuver your car in

Learn lessons from newer cars that show dents and scratches

Watch out for the beaters

Avoid parallel parking on an acute slopes

Choose to park at the highest point if the parking lot is sloped

To prevent spoiling the finish of car paint, scalloping, peeling and fading avoid parking it in direct sun

Do not rest items on the hood, roof, or trunk while loading your vehicle to prevent scratches on the finish

Wash your car frequently:

Remove grime and corrosion-causing acid-rain deposited frequently by hand wash

Fresh tar and pine sap bake into the finish so remove them as soon as possible
When washing:

Use proper soap for car washing

Rinse from the top down