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However, you also have a loss in a cars value due to damage caused to the car, this can be […]","datePublished":"2019-03-15","dateModified":"2019-03-15","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Feature-car-wash.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Feature-car-wash.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/maintaining-your-vehicles-value\/","about":["BLOG","Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":397,"keywords":["Car depreciation","Car value","MotorEasy"],"articleBody":"Every year thousands of people sell their vehicle in hope to acquire the funds to purchase a new shiny and more glamorous vehicle, but most underestimate the depreciation their vehicle is exposed to.Every car is exposed to some sort of \u201cnatural\u201d depreciation on a yearly basis due to new models being released and their car \u201cgoing out of style”. However, you also have a loss in a cars value due to damage caused to the car, this can be limited and controlled by the owner of the vehicle.Keep it cleanThis may sound crazy to the petrol heads out there but a Telegraph survey has revealed that three in four women and a third of men have never washed their car. Keeping your car clean and washing it when it starts to collect a layer of mud is the easiest way to make sure that your car keeps its value. We recommend cleaning the interior and exterior of your car once every 1-2 months to make sure that no stains are consistent in the seats or paint work. If you were to sell your vehicle in the future, no one will want to purchase a dirty car.Drive responsiblyThis may also seem like an obvious one, but most peoplestill drive like there is no tomorrow. Driving erratically speeds up theprocess of natural wear and tear on your vehicle and should be avoided at allcosts unless required. Driving erratically includes taking hard turns,accelerating rapidly, sudden stops and insensible parking. There is no need todrive like a teenager again, so why do it? It could save you a lot of money inrepairs in the future. Up to date servicing Making sure that your vehicle is fully repaired and maintained is crucial in keeping your car at a reasonable value. This is where MotorEasy comes in.MotorEasy provides their customers with their own personal engineer who monitors your vehicles service and makes sure that all the necessary work is carried out on the vehicle. Keeping your vehicle serviced and fully maintained could not be any easier with MotorEasy by your side.Motoreasyprovides car warranty & breakdown cover to protect your car, and GAPinsurance to help replace it. They are experts in car servicing, maintenanceand repairs for miles of hassle-free motoring. Click here to get a quote. "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Maintaining Your Vehicles Value","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/maintaining-your-vehicles-value\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]