How To Take Care Of Your Muscle Car
Owning a muscle car is a point of pride, and so you should do everything you can in order to keep it in the best shape possible. Muscle cars are different than their newer counterparts, and as such they have different requirements when it comes to taking care of them. While the things you need to do for your specific car will vary, here are some simple maintenance tips that will apply to all classic cars.
Give It A Good Detailing
People buy muscles cars not only for how they run, but for how they look. Owning a muscle car that looks old and rusted is missing the point. So if you are going to own a muscle car, you should take the opportunity to give it a good detailing. Give it a good washing – including underneath – and then apply a coat of wax. You want your car to look its best, and a good cleaning is not hard to do. Read more!
Keep Your Car Away From Extreme Temperatures
Muscle cars are not meant to be in extreme weather. If the temperatures near you get very hot, or very cold, you will want to get your car away from them. Storing your car in a garage is the best way to keep it away from the elements, and out of direct sunlight. Remember that if you are going to be storing this car for a long period of time, you will need to drain the fluids and disconnect the battery.
Get A Good Car Cover
If the temperatures are going to be fine, and you are able to store your car outdoors, you will still want to get a good cover for it. Don’t allow the wind and sunlight to damage your car by getting a soft cotton, or other recommended cover. If you don’t plan on driving the car for a while, it is a good idea to open up the windows underneath the cover to allow for better air circulation. Cover your car each time you are done with it to protect it from any debris that may be flying around.
Use The Right Engine Parts
The engines inside muscle cars are much older than newer cars, and therefore require special care. You need to make sure that you are getting parts that are for your specific engine, otherwise you could run into other problems. Don’t try to save money by getting a part that is not made for your engine type. Muscle car engine parts may be hard to come by, but they are worth the money.
Keep It In Use
Lastly, it is important that you take your car out for a regular drive. You do not want your car sitting for too long, or you could experience some problems. A quick 30-minute drive each month is probably enough to ensure that your car does not corrode, and that the fluids remain okay. If you are unable to find the time to drive it, you should at least start your car a few times a month and allow it to run for a few minutes.
Take Pride In Your Car
Muscle cars can be great to own, but only if you take proper care of them. Using the tips mentioned above you should be able to keep your car looking great, and driving well too. While these methods certainly won’t prevent your car from breaking, and they won’t prevent every issue, they are a good start when it comes to caring for your muscle car.
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