Car Used Cars - Part 5

Classic and Vintage Cars Ownership and Restoration

January 6th, 2012 Posted at Classic Cars

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Passionate Owners of Classic and Vintage Cars

The older they get it seems the more popular they become. The history of the motor car is an amazing story and every vehicle of the type described is without an age when it comes to the love and devotions owners attach to it.

The colours, styles, smell and fun enjoyed in riding in them went a long way to ensuring that someone would always be as passionate for them now as the first owners were when they came from the show room. The quality of the seats, the timber-framed dashboard and the often peculiar windows added to the romance and mystique of their day.

There was a running board on the side on which passengers could stand when entering or leaving as the vehicle was often much higher on the road than we are used to today. The bumper bars were just that, solid pieces of equipment that allowed you to bounce off anything you accidentally hit, such as the vehicle in front or behind when parking. They comprised chrome and rubber and were a statement in themselves.

The headlights were larger and often sat between the mud-guards and the bonnet like 2 eyes patrolling the view in front as you drove along. The former were always separate from the engine compartment and when bright young kids wanted to be different they could be stripped off and the old jallopies they enjoyed had a certain element of the dare-devil look about them.

Some vehicles were like tanks to drive because of the steel in the body work. Doors were huge and the top was often of a material or fabric to compensate for the weight below. As the car aged holes could appear in it and stripping the top off was another feature of many a run about driven by teens.

The wheels were huge as well and a spare wheel could be suspended on the side of the vehicle near the driver. The tyre on the other hand was narrow and contained a rubber tube which held the air that pumped them up. Punctures were common and the inner tube had to be removed and repaired and then replaced. That necessitated carrying a spare at all times for a quick change. Read more… »

Volkswagen Car Care – An Overview

January 5th, 2012 Posted at Classic Cars

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There are different ways on how you can take proper care of your Volkswagen, as well as a number of services that car dealers and auto repair shops offer in enhancing the overall working condition of your car. On the other hand, if you merely familiarize yourself with the basic details of car care, you will realize that you can save a significant amount of money through examining the entirety of your car and its parts every now and then.

Unbeknownst to many car owners, the cooling system of a Volkswagen is one of the most essential parts that keep it functioning in an effectual manner. Your car is depended on the cooling system’s function of regulating the engine’s temperature by means of the coolant’s circulation. Through this, the engine releases the heat it has absorbed and emits it through the radiator, where the heat wanes into a lower temperature.

The cooling system of Volkswagen cars mainly consists of three parts, namely, the (1) water pump, (2) hoses, and the (3) radiator, sensors, and thermostat. Firstly, the water pump functions as the regulator of the cooling system of your vehicle, and controls the movement of the coolant mixture. It is essential that you regularly inspect your Volkswagen’s water pump, and promptly replace it if you have distinguished any damage.

Hoses, on the other hand, is located in the cooling system, and is comprised of the control valves, the heater core, the radiator hose, and the expansion tank. For the primary reason that these parts are frequently utilized and subjected to heated coolant, there is a greater probability for it to worsen easily and require replacement.

Aside from the water pump, the hoses are also essential in keeping your car’s system working properly. In a general sense, you should inspect all the hoses of your car’s cooling system at least twice a year, and ensure that there are no scrape, leakage, or cracks. If such damages are found, you should communicate with a Volkswagen professional in order to assess the overall condition of the hoses and determine which ones should be replaced. Read more… »

Vintage Classic Cars – What Makes a Car Vintage?

January 4th, 2012 Posted at Classic Cars

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Do you have an old car lying in your garage that you are thinking about selling? STOP! Before you do, it is important to know whether or not your vehicle is vintage. Vintage classic cars may not mean much to you, but they do mean a lot to your bank account! If you have ever been to a vintage car show, you know that there are many parts of vintage vehicles that sell for hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars. If your vehicle is in good working condition, it could be worth more money than you could even imagine!

So what exactly are vintage classic cars? A vintage classic car is basically any vehicle that was manufactured between the years of 1920 and 1950. Known as the ‘real classics’, vintage cars are collected by car enthusiasts around the world. So, if you have a ‘hunk of junk’ sitting around in your garage – you will want to make sure that its actually junk before you decide to sell it or send it to the crushers.

How can you tell if your vehicle is vintage? The best way to distinguish vintage classic cars from other vehicle types is by looking at the year that it was manufactured. If you don’t know the manufacturing date off the top of your head, find the Vehicle Information Number (VIN) and type it into an online search engine. The VIN of a vehicle should be able to bring up a variety of information regarding the make and model of your car. If you find that your vehicle was manufactured between 1920 and 1950, you may want to reconsider your idea to sell!

While all cars made between 1920 and 1950 are considered vintage, there are some vintage classic cars that are considered more valuable than others. Many times, the value of a vintage vehicle is determined by the number of units. If you can, use the internet to find exactly how many models of your vehicle were manufactured. Additionally, find out how many are still in existence today. The less models that were made, and the more rare the car is today, the more it will be worth in the sellers and collectors market.

Another thing that helps determine the value of vintage classic cars is the relevance of the vehicle. The more history that a vehicle has behind it, the more valuable it will be to collectors. Similarly, if a vehicle carries memories that are generation specific, it may be worth more money as well. Read more… »

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