How Do I Protect My Car’s Value?

Protect Your Investment in Your Car.

Purchasing a car is a big investment; an investment you'll want to protect to give you value for years to come. The experts at Meineke in Mechanicsburg has a few tips to make sure your money is working for you.

1. Maintain Your Car. Regular maintenance including oil changes, transmission fluid replacement, tire rotations and brake work will keep your car running better and retain more of its value. And, every time to have maintenance services, keep your records. This will be invaluable when you go to sell your car, or trade it in.
2. Maintain Your Car's Interior. Looks matter. And, while we often think of keeping our vehicle washed an waxed, sometimes we neglect to pamper our car's interior. Keeping the interior (upholstery, dashboard, carpet, etc.) in good condition will affect how your car depreciates.
3. No Smoking in The Car. Yes, smoking can certainly be a guilty pleasure for many, but I assure you, it is not appreciated by your car.  Smoke permeates into everything. And it is almost impossible to get out. According to Kelley Blue Book, the stale smell of smoke decreases the overall value of your car.

The bottom line: be good to your car and it will pay off in the long run. A little preventative measures go a very long way. Maintenance is key. Call (717) 516-2604 and Meineke will help put together an affordable maintenance program that will meet both your driving and financial lifestyle.

If Mechanicsburg is inconvenient, you can get the same top quality service at any of the other 12 Meineke Car Care Centers in South Central Pennsylvania.