Is your car starting to get up there either in miles, years, or both? Having an older car may be intimidating to drivers and buyers alike, but there's really no need to be scared of an older vehicle as long as it's been well cared for and you plan to continue the same. Toyota of Orlando is here with tips; check out these essential car care appointments you'll want to make for your ride as the odometer continues to climb.
How should you care for your Orlando Toyota as it ages?
Tip #1: Detail the outside regularly. As your car ages, the paint can start to look a little worse for wear without the proper care. You should wash and wax your car regularly; a quality wax can not only protect your car's paint from UV damage, fading, oxidization, and small scratches, but it'll also make it look nice and shiny like a new car. Be sure to use the right soap, too - the wrong type of soap can actually damage your Orlando Toyota's paint over time.
Tip #2: Get stains out of the interior. Give the interior of your car a little car care TLC as it ages, too. We get it - stains happen. However, that doesn't mean you have to live with them. You can dry scrub the stain to loosen it, and then use a warm water, soap, and white vinegar solution to remove it. Don't forget about the headliner and the floormats, too. If that doesn't do the trick, steam cleaning can usually help.
Tip #3: Spend some time under the hood. You should also spend a little time under the hood as your car ages. Besides the regular car care like oil changes, tire rotations, tuneups, etc., you'll also want to pay close attention to elements like hoses and belts. They tend to wear out with age and need to be replaced. Also make sure that you regularly check, fill, and flush your fluids, and replace your tires as needed.
Tip #4: Make small repairs in a timely manner. Leaving repairs can actually lead to bigger and more expensive issues down the road. If you have small repairs or car care items due on your vehicle, take care of them right away. For larger repairs, you should compare the cost of the repair to the overall value of your car. If the repair is going to cost more than what your car is worth, you should consider putting that money into a new ride instead.
Tip #5: Upgrade your tech. Is it time for a tech upgrade in your aging car? Consider swapping out the audio system, adding a wireless charger, upgrading your speakers, or setting up a Bluetooth receiver to make your drive time experience more enjoyable.
Schedule car care with us
And the good news. We can help. Call Toyota of Orlando today for car parts and accessories, car care, and expert advice on whether you should repair or trade in. YOu can reach us seven days a week at (407) 298-0001 or stop by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near Millenia Mall.
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