Preventative Maintenance Tips for a Used Car

A lot of drivers swoon over a new vehicle when they first bring it home. Many are meticulous about maintaining their automobile because it represents a sizeable investment. When it comes to pre-owned cars, too many motorists aren’t nearly as thoughtful about maintenance, which is a shame because today’s previously owned vehicles can last as long as a new car. That is, our Ann Arbor, MI used cars can enjoy extended working lives with the right preventative maintenance.

Fluid Checks

Are you thinking about selling your current vehicle and using the proceeds as a down payment for one of the used trucks on our lot? If so, we suggest you use our sell my car tool along with our car finder. Before you do, however, think about the last time you checked the fluids in your current automobile.

Most drivers know they need to have their oil changed regularly, but not nearly as many check on the other critical fluids their car relies on to operate properly. With that in mind, it’s wise to do a fluid check when you first bring a used vehicle home, and at least once per month after that.

Tire Rotations

Being a Michigan pre-owned car dealer, we know that drivers often neglect to have their tires rotated. With this being such a common mistake, it’s advisable to assume that the previous owner of your pre-owned automobile didn’t have their tires rotated in recent history.

When you first bring your used car home, have your tires rotated. From that point forward, make it a point to get your tires rotated every 5,000 – 8,000 miles or every other time you get your oil changed.

Multi-Point Inspections

If you contact or visit Next Mile, our team will tell you that having your vehicle inspected is one of the most crucial things you can do to keep a pre-owned car in good shape. Depending on the age of your automobile and the number of miles it has on the odometer, you may be well-advised to bring your vehicle in for a multi-point inspection every six or 12 months.

Having your car inspected regularly can go a long way toward preventing small issues from becoming big problems that are more expensive to fix. It can also help your automobile to live its fullest, longest working life.

Now that you know how to maintain a pre-owned vehicle, it’s time to lay the groundwork to get one. Apply for used car financing to buy one of our used cars now!