2015

3 Reasons To Consider Restoring A Classic Car

Restoring a classic car can be a great idea, mostly because of the many benefits that it can provide. A few of the reasons to consider restoring a classic car are because it is cheaper than purchasing a classic car, the value increases, and it will stand out.  Cheaper Than Buying A Classic Car One of the biggest reasons to consider restoring a classic car is that it is often going to be quite a bit cheaper than simply tracking down and buying the classic car of your dreams.

What Is That?: Diagnosing That Screeching Sound Behind Your Car's Front Wheels

Screeching metal on metal sounds behind the front wheels of your car can be one of three possible problems, and none of them are good. Even if you think you know what is wrong, it is still worth the price and the peace of mind to have an auto service technician take a look (or listen). If possible, avoid driving your car to the auto repairs and services station because you might be driving a vehicle that could become very dangerous, very fast.

Fix Those Cosmetic Issues On Your Car Before Selling It

Regardless of the adage, people do judge a book by its cover. When selling a car, if people don't like what they see, they will likely leave before seeing how well the car runs. Spend the time and money getting your car looking good before listing it to make a quicker sale. Exterior Body and Paint You can pop out minor dents and touch up paint scratches yourself. For major damage, get the car into an auto body repair shop to do the work.

How To Diagnose A Transmission Problem

Car troubles typically show some sort of warning sign before there is a problem. It can be something as subtle at the car jerking when shifting gears, an odd smell, an ugly fluid stain, or a new noise. If you learn how to recognize the warning signs, you can potentially save yourself from a large repair bill down the road. Here is how you can identify issues with your car's transmission.

5 Reasons Your Transmission Needs to Be Serviced

While many drivers prefer an automatic transmission to take care of the gear shifting for them, it's a vital part of your car that can potentially break down. These are 5 reasons why your car's transmission could be having trouble. Not Enough Transmission Fluid One of the most common problems with a transmission is not having enough transmission fluid for it to operate properly. Low fluid can cause the transmission to slip, delay when the gears shift, create shifting that is erratic or hard, or cause the transmission to potentially overheat.