A vintage or classic car is an investment and with proper maintenance is in the long term an appreciating asset. In order for a vintage car to maintain and improve its value, it needs to be in original condition and modern additions would decrease its value. Maintaining an original paint finish is important as a re-sprayed vintage car is not as desirable as a car in its original livery. To maintain the car’s paint finish it needs to be polished weekly with a good wax polish. When not in use the car should to be kept out of the sun either in a garage or covered with tarpaulin. If covering the car be very careful when placing the cover over the car does not pick up stones which could chaff against the paint work. If you need to tie down the cover with rope or string make sure this does not chaff against the paint work. It might be an idea to cover the car with old blankets prior to placing on the tarpaulin. Blankets will also help to absorb moisture if the car is kept in the open. All cars except perhaps early vintage cars have a certain amount of plastics. In warm climates plastics suffer and should be given extra care and polished often to stop the material denaturing with the effects of the sun. If your vintage car is going to be stored for any length of time petrol should be removed as petrol also de-natures very quickly and this action may save the owner from dismantling and cleaning carburettor before future use. Engine oil should also be replaced after each period of storage and this will protect and increase the life of an engine. Another tip when storing a classic or vintage car is to completely remove the battery from the engine compartment. Remove the battery from the car, clean and vaseline the battery tray and battery terminals. Batteries should be recharged every three months when not in use to maintain the battery’s life. A vintage car should have it’s under seal checked once per annum. Scrape off all old and flaking under seal and treat any rust patches or blistering. Ideally a vintage car will benefit from a fresh coat of under seal every year. When storing a vintage car tyres should be raised above the ground and the car axles placed on blocks. Leave the car out of gear and the hand brake off. All doors hinges and cables should be lubricated before any lengthily storage. Category:Home › Other • Pomegranates: A newly discovered superfood • Where did the joke why did the chicken cross the road come from and why is it funny? • Can mothers diagnosed with bipolar disorder make good parents? • Spiritual evolution of human consciousness • Tips for getting a college basketball scholarship • Living with Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) • Caring for the caregiver • Technologys impact on society
