9 Ways to Maintain the Value of Your Car

5) Maintain the exterior

Many detailing companies will include exterior detailing such as washing and waxing your car as part of their service. However, the exterior of a car needs more care than a yearly detail job. And depending on where you live will depend on the type of care you want to give your exterior. For example, washing your car outside in an extremely hot and dry climate can damage some vehicles’ exterior paint or cause permanent water marks. While in colder climates prone to snow and ice, you will want to take precautions against rust caused by road salt.

However, regular washing and waxing of your vehicle is important to keeping the exterior fresh and clean. Remember, the outside of your car is the first impression you will be giving to future buyers. Small exterior problems can easily downgrade the value of a car more than a nice shiny car can improve the value.