Car Maintenance and Service for Vintage/Classic Cars

Owning a vintage or classic car is a matter of pride. Vintage car collectors and owners attach a lot of self-esteem and honour to being the proud owners of classic cars from the 70s and 80s and the era before that.

Owning and maintaining such classic cars can be an expensive hobby too. Most collectors pay a lot of money for obtaining these cars.

Though many add these cars only to their private collection and rarely take them out for drives, some would prefer to drive these luxury cars from time to time. Either way, maintaining a vintage car is extremely important.

Classic car maintenance and service is a specialised job. A well-maintained classic car will draw a lot of attention and give a lot of joy to the avid enthusiast and owner. Owning a vintage car comes with a responsibility of showering the pride possession of yours with love and care.

Not only must the exterior of your classic car shine, but each internal part must be in fine condition. A vintage car owner knows how important it is to maintain the vehicle with due care.

For this every owner of a classic car must always keep in mind the following maintenance and service tips.  

•   Regular wash

Like every other car, a classic car needs to be kept clean with a regular wash. This will keep the look of the car in pristine condition. The undercarriage of the car needs attention too like the other visible exterior. A wash from time to time will ensure minimizing any damage to the parts of the vehicle in the long run.

•  Regular checks

One does not need to be a car expert or a mechanic to give a regular naked-eye inspection and normal check of your car. This can include checking the brake and clutch pedal for pressure, ignition check, testing the handbrakes, steering wheels, vipers etc. Check the undercarriage and under the bonnet for anything unusual. This will help the vital parts of the car not seize up.

•  Find a vintage car service station

Vintage car service is the job of an expert. Understanding the nuances of old mechanics and servicing and taking care of a classic car can be better done only by an expert who has prior experience of the same. Spend some time finding experienced classic car maintenance and service near you.

Autofix are experts in the field of classic and vintage car maintenance and service in the UAE. Our technicians have worked on several models of international classic cars and are adept to not only service any classic car but also provide valuable advice as to the maintenance and upkeep of your favourite vintage car. 

Once you find a qualified and experienced vintage car service station, the next step will be to know more about your prized possession from the technician and learn how you can take basic care of it at your home. Also, make a rapport with the service person and take your car for regular services as and when required.

• Change oil

Changing the transmission fluid and differential oil of your car is extremely important even if the car is not taken out for a ride regularly. Idle cars can also tend to have breakdowns due to dirt and external pollutant accumulation. Check the oil levels regularly and change the oil whenever necessary.

• Taking care of the windshield

In extreme climates, there can be dirt and sand accumulation on the windshield. In places like the UAE, dirt, sand, and small external particles of dust can stick to the glass over time. When wiping away these dirt and sand particles, it may tend to leave permanent marks on the glass too. Use special equipment for this purpose. Keeping the wipers lifted during these climates could protect both the glass and the wipers.

• Cooling system care

Old vehicles can heat the interior due to the production of more heat. Flushing the cooling system at regular intervals will keep the cooling system as well as the engine cool and healthy. It is advised to do so once a year.

• Brakes and Bearings check

Checking the bearings and brakes of your classic car is very important. The bearings support the weight of your vehicle. Cleaning and greasing of the bearings ensure that the vehicle is running safely when taken out. Rusted and non-greased bearings could damage the entire balance of your vehicle. Any worn-out part or damaged component in a brake system should be immediately changed for obvious safety reasons.

•  A touch of wax

A coat of polish and wax once a year or more frequently can give your classic car the most deserved vintage look. It also protects against external pollutants and rust.

Being a proud owner of a classic vintage car comes with a responsibility to maintain the vehicle in a fine look, feel, and quality- the one it deserves.

If not more, the same care should be given to your less frequently used classic car, that your frequently used modern car is given. In the UAE, there are experienced classic car maintenance and service centers that can provide you with fine service.

Autofix has a specialized team of premium car service technicians who are experts in old and classic car service. With many years of experience behind them, the specialists at Autofix deliver the much-deserved quality service for your vintage car.

With regular service updates and reminders, we keep you well informed about the service requirements.