I saved enough money to put two kids through a total of 10 years of university by driving cheap but mechanically sound 10 to 15 year old cars, always keeping one at home in reserve, in case another one of our 3 cars broke down on the highway commute.
If a car's lights are not working properly, the fuses should be replaced. The light bulbs should also be replaced if needed.
The brakes should be inspected every oil change and replaced when necessary.
Ball joints should be replaced anywhere between 70,000 to 150,000 miles. Ball joints connect the wheel to the car's suspension system.
The battery is weak and should be replaced, with a charged one or new one.
It should not need to be replaced under normal conditions.
yes. it happens sooner or later
First look physically at the shock or strut. If it is leaking oil it should be replaced. Secondly bounce the car by the bumper in each of the four corners. The car should push down and return to the position it was in. If the car continues to rebound up and down several times after being jounced the shocks should be replaced.
Batteries should be replaced about every 3 to 5 years, some can even last seven. However, it is obvious that if the battery dies (with no ability to "jump"), is corroted, or gets a dead cell in it then it should be replaced.
Exhaust fluid being burnt up and you should take your car to a repair shop to get it replaced.
If the repair returned the car to preaccident condition, t he value of the car should not be affected.
The Oldsmobile AleroThe vehicle that replaced the Achieva was Oldsmobile Alero (produced from 1999-2004).
Although there is no set on how often your brakes should be replaced, I would just pay attention to your car. When you notice something wrong, I would call your auto body shop.