| Buy & Sell Advice |
| Car Selling Advice |
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Clear out your car, then wash, vacuum and wax it. Fix minor problems, or prepare to revise your asking price to take into consideration costs of repairs. A clean and tidy car will bring more money than the exact same car that is dirty. |
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Have a mechanic look at your car before you sell to help appraise its value and identify problems. This will keep some buyers from telling you to lower the price by claiming the car needs significant work. |
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Research the vehicle's value in the vehicle market, and compare with other sellers' asking prices for the same make and model. This will give you the basis for a realistic price and figure out what your initial asking price will be. |
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| Fuel Saving Tips |
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Check your tire pressure |
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Under-inflated tires are one of the most commonly ignored causes of bad fuel economy. Tires lose air due to time (about 1 psi per month) and temperature (1 psi for every 10 degree drop); under-inflated tires have more rolling resistance, which means you need to burn more gas to keep your car moving. |
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Check your air filter |
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A dirty air filter restricts the flow of air into the engine, which harms performance and economy. Air filters are easy to check and change; remove the filter and hold it up to the sun. |
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Slow down |
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One of the best ways to save gas is to simply reduce your speed. As speed increases, fuel economy decreases exponentially |
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| Essential Car Care Tips |
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Check Tire Pressure Regularly |
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In terms of car performance and safety, make sure you check on the pressure of your tires regularly and make sure they are not over-inflated or under-inflated. Use a tire pressure gauge if you are unsure of how to maintain the optimum tire pressure. A well-inflated tire would also give you better fuel efficiency. Do not swerve too fast on corner while driving, as this serves to wear out your tires much faster than normal. |
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Do Not Overload Your Car |
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Try not to overload your car with passengers or goods, as this would have a negative impact on both your fuel costs and well as maintenance costs. |
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Service Your Car & Check Fluid Levels Regularly |
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Make sure you service your care regularly according to manufacturer recommended schedule, as this helps to maintain the performance of your car and reduces wear and tear effects. You should also regularly check the fluid levels in your engines, for example the engine oil, brake oil and gear oil, ideally on a weekly basis just to be on the safe side. |
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Install Tint or Use Car Shade |
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If your car is constantly exposed to the sun, ensure that your car has an effective tint installed to block the radiation |
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