Learn the steps you can take to maintain your car's resale value.

If you are planning on selling or trading in your vehicle, you want to get the most money possible.  However, the amount of money you will receive depends on your car's condition, and you cannot boost your car's value overnight.  Preserving your car's value is actually a long-term process that you should begin as soon as you drive the car off the lot.  Here are some steps you can take to maintain your car's value. 1) Keep Your Mileage Low The number of miles on your car is one of the major factors that affect your car's resale value.  Generally speaking, the more miles your car has, the lower its value.  To keep your mileage as low as possible, try to take alternative transportation methods (bus, subway, train, etc.) or carpool whenever possible.  Additionally, if you are planning on taking a longer road trip, then you might to consider renting a car. 2) Do Not Smoke in Your Car Smoking inside your car can give your car's interior a very strong smell that many potential buyers may find offensive.  Additionally, smoking in your car can make your car's surfaces dull and discolored.  Because the damages caused by smoking can deter buyers, it will lower your car's value significantly. 3) Keep it Covered Another way to preserve your car's value is to protect it from the elements.  Leaving your car exposed to the weather can cause significant wear and tear that will slowly chip away at your car's value.  To protect your car from the ravages of heat, cold, wind, rain, hail, snow, and falling debris, park your car in the garage while you're at home.  If you don't have access to garage space, then invest in a good, waterproof cover for your vehicle. Follow these steps to keep your car's value as high as possible.  Another way to preserve your car's value is to make sure it has the right insurance coverage to keep it safe and well maintained.  To find the best policy to fit your needs, contact the professionals at Weeks & Associates Insurance Services in Thousand Oaks, California.  We are ready to assist you with all your insurance needs.