When you invest in a Mazda vehicle, you want to do everything you can to keep it in excellent condition. After all, you don’t want this investment to lose its value. Follow a few tips to maintain the resale value of your Mazda car or SUV.
Protect It From the Elements
If you have a garage, one of the best ways to protect your Mazda is to keep it stored inside. However, in many households, the garage becomes a collection spot for gardening tools and equipment, holiday decorations, and other items that don’t necessarily need to take up this valuable space. Leaving your car outside while you protect these items in the garage can lower its value, as the changing climate conditions can impact the appearance of the paint job and the life of the battery.
Additionally, if your car is parked outside, it is subject to debris that can cause chips and other damage. If you don’t have a garage at home, consider covering your car when it’s parked outside. Even a vehicle cover can make a big difference in protecting the paint job.
Don’t Smoke in the Car
Cigarette and cigar smoke are extremely difficult to remove from the cabin of a car, and these odors can decrease the value of the vehicle very quickly. If you smoke, make sure to do so outside your vehicle. Even smoking with the windows down can still cause the odors to permeate the upholstery and carpeted floors, leaving behind a lingering smell that could deter potential buyers.
Keep It Clean
The condition of both the interior and exterior of a vehicle will play a role in its value. Get in the habit of washing and drying your car regularly to remove any buildup of road sludge, mud, salt, and dirt that can accumulate during normal driving. If you drive in an area with snow and ice on the roads, the salt used to keep the roads clear can actually lead to corrosion and other damage. Regular washing is essential to maintaining the exterior appearance. Every month or so, apply a coat of wax to protect the paint from damage.
Keeping your vehicle’s interior clean is also important, as stains and tears can make the cabin look less appealing. If you do spill something in your car, treat the stain as soon as possible to get rid of it before it stays on the upholstery or carpet permanently.
Stay Current With Maintenance
Maintaining your vehicle also helps in keeping its value up. Stay current with oil changes, filter changes, and fluid flushes to avoid issues that can impact the operation of the vehicle. Skipping an oil change could cause engine trouble that would be expensive to fix, so make sure you change the oil according to the owner’s manual.
At Rochester Mazda, we work with Mazda owners who want to upgrade to a new model. Visit us to find out what your current Mazda is worth and how it can help you get behind the wheel of a stylish new vehicle.
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