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Looking for a new car or truck in 2023 could turn out to be quite a difficult task. The automotive industry has suffered greatly since the economic downturn of 2020, creating a myriad of hurdles for anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. With the average car price hitting almost forty-nine thousand dollars, the average new monthly payment at $700, and the average age of vehicles on the road at 12.2 years, it’s clear that affording a new car or truck has become a challenge. But rather than face the rising prices and limited availability of new vehicles, many owners are choosing to reinvest in the life and quality of their existing cars or trucks. Below are three helpful tips to improve the health of your four-wheeled friend, and improve the visual aesthetic to boot!

Have a pick up truck? You need a bedliner.

Moisture, sunlight, paint chips, cracks, dents and dings all pose direct threats to the integrity of your vehicle’s body. A spray-on bedliner (like the ones applied by the highly trained technicians at LINE-X of South Central PA) can provide you with a thick layer of protection against all of these hazards, while providing a textured surface that can help with cargo slippage, and is guaranteed not to crack, bubble or flake. (And they can be seamlessly repaired if needed!)

Live with snowy weather? Undercoatings are like sweaters for your car.

Protect one of your biggest investments by stopping the detrimental effects of winter dead in their paths. The combined mixture of salt and water sprayed on roads (called ‘brine’) is great for keeping you on the road short term, but that mixture splashes up on the underside of your car and can cause real problems if left untreated. If you don’t plan on washing the underside of your car regularly (most automated car washes can do this now!) You should think about looking into the protection a solid undercoat can provide. Just let the team at LINE-X SCPA talk to you about our best options for whatever you’re driving.

Your car is your baby? Invest in a Protective Coating.

There are a few reasons to invest in a seamless spray-on coating (Like the kind that LINE-X of SCPA provides) for your existing vehicle. If you don’t have the benefit of a garage or indoor storage, if you like to take road trips or engage in long commutes, or if you live in an area with a large bird or tree population, providing your ride with an extra layer of protection can keep the inside and outside of your car looking showroom fresh. This will reduce the instances of rust or body damage to the car, protecting the integrity of the body while helping to keep the resale value high. (Not that you’re looking to part with it anytime soon, anyway).

If you’re looking to extend the life cycle of your vehicle, AND keep it looking brand new, stop in to LINE-X of South Central PA and talk to any of our qualified technicians. We’ll help you keep you on the road longer!

Sources:
Is now the time to invest…Kbb.com
Average age of cars 2022..spGlobal
Average new/used car pmts 2022 nerdWallet