Polishing a turd is nothing to be ashamed of
Friday, 3 June 2011
As a fellow Dollarless Driver, chances are the appearance of your vehicle could use some improvement. And, like us, you can’t simply send it to the shop for new paint and leather seats, so what’s a Dollarless Driver to do? Below are some low-cost tips on how to keep your ride looking good.
Wash it
This is perhaps the simplest form of car maintenance, yet it often goes ignored. Why, you ask yourself, would I wash a car that I know is basically a piece of junk? Simply put, it’s about having pride in what’s yours. Even if you only give it a quick wash, it will make a big difference in how you and others will look at your whip.
Wax it
Looking for a new car shine on your old sedan? You don’t need a new paint job, just give your car a good wax and check out the difference. The shine on the hood of your car will trick you into thinking you’ve upgraded your ride. Best of all, this large improvement in your car’s appearance comes a a very low cost, always a plus for the Dollarless Driver.
Check out the difference a wax can make
It’s a car, not a garbage can
Eventually, all of those sandwich wrappers, an empty water bottle, and gas receipts will pile up in your car’s trash compartments. Do yourself and your car a favor and make it a habit to empty them before they’re overflowing. Most gas stations have trashcans right next to the gas pumps, so while instead of holding back tears watching your paycheck melt into gasoline, clean out your car.
Small touches can go a long way
Do your tires look beat up, or does your upholstery leave something to be desired? There are ways to spruce up your worn out ride, especially when it comes to cosmetic issues like these. Products offered by companies like Armor All can help, such as wheel and tire protectants and shine products. Spray some tire cleaner followed by a shine product and your tires will be looking a whole lot better. When it comes to your upholstery, a simple monthly vaccuum can make all the difference in how the inside of your car appears.
The difference-maker: air fresheners
Smell is one of the most powerful human senses, and chances are that if you’re reading this website, your car doesn’t smell like a dozen roses. Investing in a simple air freshener can make a significant impact in the experience that you and your fellow passengers have in your ride. Pick a flavor you enjoy and turn that change in your center console into a way to make your car smell like vanilla!
Don’t overdue the “flair”
For reasons unknown to us, it seems like the cars with the most bumper stickers and magnets are often cars that would fit the “Dollarless Driver” profile. It’s great that you want to show your allegiance to so many causes or commemorate every vacation you’ve ever taken, but it really isn’t necessary to do so on the back of your car. Less is more when it comes to decorating your ride, so pick no more than two or three stickers/magnets.