A car is generally a big investment, and if you don’t prepare properly, you can waste a lot of money on your big purchase, but if you do your homework, you can find that you can get a fairly good deal. Even after you buy your car, there are some things that you should, and shouldn’t do in order to save money.
Getting an oil change every 5,000 miles or so - Oil change companies love to tell you to get an oil change every 3,000 miles, but if you check your oil at that mark, you’ll find that most of the time, the oil is clean and full. Most experts will recommend that you should get your oil change every 5,000 miles.
Get regular gas instead of premium - Premium has a few advantages, and if you continue to get this type of gas for months down the road, you’ll find that you’re going to generally pay .30 – .40 more per gallon. You’ll find that this adds up quick over time! Check out this CarTalk article on Premium vs. Regular gas.
Going to the dealer for services – The dealer is always the most expensive route to go when it comes to services. From an oil change to basic repair, you’ll find that it’s going to cost you an arm and a leg just to get something fixed. For example, they told me that they ran great deals for oil changes. I went in, walked out $70 poorer, and I could have done it at my local shop for $20!
Replace the small things yourself - When you get windshield wipers or filters, make sure that you fix them yourself. These are very easy things to replace, and it doesn’t take a lot to do so. If you’re having a hard time, refer to the Internet on how to do it. Never go to a shop to get this done, because it’s money wasted.
Ignoring problems with your car - If you start to notice a small problem with your car, get it replaced asap. If you find that you don’t do it, it’s going to gradually build, costing you more down the road. This is why you should look into getting a car tune up at least every year or so.
Watch your insurance - When you get an insurance policy, make sure that you don’t over pay on it. A higher deductible means that you’re going to pay a little less. If you price your insurance right, you can find that you can save a lot of money, instead of insuring things you don’t need. Try sites like Esurance to get great car insurance quotes.
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