As the owner of a new car, you get take advantage of all the great things associated with a car fresh from the factory. There is no question as to the history of the car, no concerns over past accidents and no worries over mechanical issues. New vehicles rarely have problems and if they do, they are covered by a warranty. One of the not-so-great aspects of being the first owner of a new car is experiencing the depreciation which occurs when you first drive off the dealership lot. Although there is little you can do to avoid the initial depreciation, PA Kia dealers offer these tips to reduce further depreciation.
Focus on clean- Car owners who take the time and effort to maintain the interior and exterior surfaces of their car will be rewarded with a higher resale value. Although it is common for drivers to pay close attention to cleanliness in the first few months or year of ownership, sometimes this attentiveness wears off as the car gets older. Pennsylvania Kia reminds drivers to continue paying attention to these details regardless of the age of their car to slow depreciation.
Routine maintenance- By following the manufacturers suggested maintenance schedule, car owners can extend the life of their car and reduce the rate of depreciation. When the time comes to sell your car privately or use it as a trade-in at a Kia dealership, the maintenance history will be one of the things buyers will be interested in. A vehicle which has received preventative and routine maintenance will be of greater value than a similar vehicle which has not received the same amount of service.