Vehicle Maintenance Tips Before You Find A Car For Sale
Vehicle Maintenance Tips Before You Find A Car For Sale
Are you in search of a car for sale? If so, you likely want something reliable that will last you many years. In this case, maintenance and regular servicing are essential to prolonging the lifespan of a vehicle. Therefore, before you decide to search for used cars near you, you should first get acquainted with a few simple maintenance tips.
At R&B Car Company, we understand how much you value your car, and we want to help extend its life as much as possible. For that reason, we have compiled a list below of helpful maintenance tips to look at before you decide to purchase a car.
1. Check And Maintain Fluids
Before finding a car for sale, it is important to note the process involved with checking and maintaining vehicle fluids. Most of these fluids can be checked with a dipstick, and you can have a professional change them when they are low, or you can learn how to do it yourself. The basic fluids within vehicles can be seen listed below:
Engine Oil
Transmission Fluid
Brake Fluid
Steering Fluid
Coolant
Windshield Wiper Fluid
2. Inspect Brakes And Suspension
Two essential components of any car for sale are the brakes and suspension. Therefore, if you are considering buying a car, then you should first familiarize yourself with the brakes and suspension of whichever vehicles interest you. If you want smooth handling, you should check your brakes and suspension periodically or have them checked by a professional.
3. Assess Tires Periodically
At R&B Car Company’s Fort Wayne car dealership, we want you to stay safe on the road as well as save money on tires. Most used cars near you should be equipped with new tires, however, as soon as you drive a car off the lot, the tires will begin to wear, and the pressure could be affected by several different factors. Hence, you should strive to check the wear and tear along with tire pressure to prevent accidents. It is also good to have your tires rotated typically every 5,000 miles to ensure long life and balance out of your tires.
4. Check Engine Belts After 100,000 Miles
Some Fort Wayne used cars may have almost 100,000 miles on them from past drivers. Once they hit 100,000 miles, engine belts typically need to be checked and changed if necessary. However, many dealerships will replace these belts when appropriate.
5. Keep A Clean Car
When you visit R&B Car Company to browse used cars for sale near you, you will likely notice that every car is shiny and spotless. This is not just for show, however. In fact, keeping a car clean also contributes to a vehicle’s longevity. If a vehicle isn’t kept clean, it may rust, or there may be body damage. Thus, it is best to clean your vehicle whenever it is needed.
6. Different Maintenance Between Different Vehicle Types
While searching for used cars near you, you may be considering several different vehicle types. Perhaps you’re considering a truck for sale near you. In this case, the required maintenance will likely be similar yet slightly different than a sedan, for example. The truck may need more servicing for its tires compared to a sedan if the truck is being frequently used to tow something or driving off-road. For this reason, it is wise to get an understanding of the required maintenance for whichever vehicle type most interests you.
In conclusion, we at R&B Car Company hope that this list has helped you to understand some of the basic maintenance involved in keeping a car running for a long time. If you are near Goshen, IN, and considering a car, don’t hesitate to visit R&B Car Company in person or online.
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2013 MINI Countryman, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, NAVIGATION, LEATHER, DUAL-MOONROOF, HEATED SEATS, LED HEADLAMPS, POWER SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, AWD, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, PREMIUM SOUND, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance Completed: Our R&B Car Company... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2016 Ford Mustang has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: * LOW MILES *, LEATHER, 6 SPEED, REMOTE START, LED HEADLTS, SYNC, ALLOY-WHEELS, HTD SEATS, SYNC 3, A/C SEATS, LED TAIL LTS, VOICE CONTROLS, PREMIUM SOUND, SIRIUS XM, BLUETOOTH, BACKUP CAM, AUX PORT, KEYLESS ENTRY.This preowned 2016... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, REAR CARGO DOOR, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in South Bend offers you this used 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500 for sale with the following Factory installed packages including:... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
White
Interior:
Charcoal
Mileage:
137,973
Engine:
6cyl, 3.7 L, 275 HP
Model #:
E2Y
VIN:
1FTYE2YM9JKB00465
Stock #:
37137
Sale Price:
$16,952
This Used 2018 Ford Transit-150 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: SYNC, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, REAR CARGO DOOR, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance Completed: Our R&B Car Company service department, staffed with factory-certified technicians, recently invested... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
Gray
Interior:
BlackLeather
Mileage:
121,265
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 292.0hp
Model #:
LDES48
VIN:
2C3CDXJG2HH533792
Stock #:
37086
Sale Price:
$16,853
This Used 2017 Dodge Charger has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, SUN/MOONROOF, LEATHER, HEATED REAR SEATS, REMOTE START, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLAMPS, POWER SUNROOF, WIFI HOTSPOT, A/C SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, HEATED SEATS, LED TAIL LAMPS, AWD, LANE DEPARTURE... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2018 Dodge Charger GT includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, SUN/MOONROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, POWER SUNROOF, AWD, HEATED REAR SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, LED TAIL LAMPS, LED HEADLAMPS, REMOTE START, HEATED SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, A/C SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR,... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2019 Nissan Altima has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, 360 CAMERA, LEATHER, SUN/MOONROOF, HEATED SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, APPLE CARPLAY, AWD, ALLOY-WHEELS, POWER SUNROOF, REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, ANDROID AUTO, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, BLUETOOTH,... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This used 2020 Nissan Altima, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, NAVIGATION, LEATHER, 360 CAMERA, APPLE CARPLAY, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, HEATED SEATS, POWER SUNROOF, AWD, REMOTE START, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING,... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
Red
Interior:
SaddleLeather
Mileage:
130,427
Engine:
6cyl, 2.5L, 204.0hp
Cab Type:
2dr Car
Model #:
9522
VIN:
JTHFF2C25D2526828
Stock #:
37072
Sale Price:
$14,995
This Used 2013 Lexus IS 250C has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, NAVIGATION, HEATED SEATS, LED HEADLAMPS, A/C SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, PREMIUM SOUND, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2020 Ford Mustang, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAVIGATION, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLAMPS, ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, LED TAIL LAMPS, SYNC, SYNC3, ALLOY-WHEELS, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This Used 2021 Kia Forte, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, SUN/MOONROOF, POWER SUNROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING, VOICE... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
Black
Interior:
BlackLeather
Mileage:
118,759
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 292.0hp
Cab Type:
4dr Car
Model #:
5G12S7
VIN:
WVWLF7AU5FW163917
Stock #:
36983
Sale Price:
$17,988
This Used 2015 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAVIGATION, LEATHER, AWD, LED HEADLAMPS, HEATED SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED TAIL LAMPS, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, HID HEADLIGHTS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, PREMIUM SOUND, SIRIUS XM, Remote... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This used 2021 Hyundai Venue, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, POWER SUNROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, HEATED SEATS, VOICE CONTROLS, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLIND... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This used 2021 Dodge Charger, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, REMOTE START, LED TAIL LAMPS, LED HEADLAMPS, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, ANDROID AUTO, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM,... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2018 Ford Mustang has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, LEATHER, A/C SEATS, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, SYNC, LED HEADLAMPS, APPLE CARPLAY, HEATED SEATS, SYNC3, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
White
Interior:
PewterLeather
Mileage:
136,491
Engine:
6cyl, 3.7L, 275.0hp
Model #:
R2C
VIN:
1FTYR2CM9JKA21924
Stock #:
36903
Sale Price:
$19,995
Service and Maintenance Completed: Our R&B Car Company service department, staffed with factory-certified technicians, recently invested no less than $1,755 in estimated retail value in preventative maintenance and safety equipment upgrades such as 4 New Tires Mounted & Balanced, New Hub/Wheel... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2018 Ford Focus has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, NAVIGATION, SYNC3, REMOTE START, HEATED SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, SYNC, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, HID HEADLIGHTS, VOICE CONTROLS, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2013 Chrysler 200 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, HEATED SEATS, LED TAIL LAMPS, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance Completed: Our R&B Car Company service department, staffed with factory-certified... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This used 2021 BMW 330i xDrive, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, NAVIGATION, LEATHER, REMOTE START, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAIL LAMPS, APPLE CARPLAY, POWER SUNROOF, ANDROID AUTO, HEATED SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLAMPS, AWD, HID HEADLIGHTS, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, VOICE CONTROLS,... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This used 2020 Ford Fusion, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SYNC, APPLE CARPLAY, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, SYNC3, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLAMPS, HEATED SEATS, AWD, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, VOICE CONTROLS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING,... Read More
Ditch The Form Fills, Email & Phone Number Tracking!
We Offer Anonymous Video Calls with Live Sales People
Live
Shots
We'll show you all around any vehicle right now!
Nothing personal exchanged unless or until you choose to share.
Your Camera Is Off As You Instantly Connect
Exterior:
White
Interior:
Grey
Mileage:
103,835
Engine:
6cyl, 4.0L, 261.0hp
Model #:
61111
VIN:
1N6BF0KM4MN802242
Stock #:
36483
Sale Price:
$23,488
CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This Used 2021 Nissan NV1500 SV includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in South Bend offers you this used 2021 Nissan NV1500 for sale with the following Factory installed... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This Used 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo Van 2500 High Roof V6 144" RWD includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DIESEL, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, RUNNING BOARDS, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance Completed: Our R&B Car Company service department,... Read More
Estimated Monthly Payment - With Approved Credit See Store for Details. Monthly Payments will vary based on Credit and Downpayment
This Used 2018 MINI Countryman, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, DUAL-MOONROOF, SUN/MOONROOF, POWER SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, HEATED SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, AWD, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in South Bend offers you... Read More
The list of standard equipment and accessories contained on this document reflect equipment which was standard at the time vehicle was manufactured. This vehicle may or may not contain some or most of the equipment and accessories listed as a result of the vehicle identification number equipment compilation provided by a third party source. This VIN equipment compilation is provided as a service by the dealer and a third party source and is in no way intended to serve as a warranty or list of actual equipment contained on the vehicle.
*Payments for all vehicles are calculated based on an average payment formula, and do not necessarily reflect the APR and / or term that may be available for an applicant.
