Drivers have been given two tips that can help them improve their vehicle’s resale value (Image: Getty)
A used car expert has recommended that all to their vehicle in order to get the most for it on the used market.
Whilst motorists spend an average of more than £40,000 on a new car, chances are they will receive less than half of that when it is , with drivers who do not look after their car getting even less.
To help drivers , Adam Morris from the channel in which he warned viewers to only make to their car.
He advised: “If you’re the kind of person who is chasing a bigger and , or you absolutely must fit the largest possible chrome wheels after you buy a car, or maybe you insist on getting the most Temu-spec bag of fake carbon fibre accessories, just know you are waving goodbye to precious resale value.
“However, there are a few mods that could actually improve the resale value of your car. For example, maybe you couldn’t splash out on an AMG when shopping for a Merc but you were able to find and fit a set of genuine AMG rims. Sure, that’s usually fine – just keep the old ones too.”
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Modifications like aftermarket spoilers and wheels can cause a vehicle’s value to take a hit (Image: Getty)
Whilst many motorists like to personalise their car with all manner of accessories, Adam warned that the majority will not be appreciated by used buyers.
The car expert urged motorists to avoid particularly striking external accessories, such as large spoilers, bodykits, and large wheels, especially those that were produced by aftermarket companies.
Nevertheless, Adam suggested that those looking to give their car an unusual touch could still fit tasteful accessories and spare parts produced by the manufacturer without a particular reduction in the vehicle’s value.
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Adam also suggested drivers stick to the service intervals recommended by the manufacturer (Image: Getty)
Later in the video, Adam also suggested that drivers stick closely to the service intervals recommended by the manufacturer in order to increase the value and demand for the vehicle.
He added: “As a rule, if you had the car serviced to the intervals in the log book, you are going to tempt more customers and therefore you should be able to charge a premium.
“If you start skipping services, either due to laziness or not wanting to spend the cash, remember you’re tanking your resale. Now the tag of ‘incomplete service history’ will forever follow that car.”
All car companies will give their models recommended service intervals which should be followed by owners to keep the vehicle’s mechanicals in good working order.
Whilst drivers may be tempted to save money by prolonging these intervals, doing so could cause a number of serious issues, including parts getting worn out at a much faster rate, increasing the cost of running the vehicle in the long run.
In addition to avoiding breakdowns, motorists who stick to the right service intervals can also prove to any potential buyer that they have cared for the vehicle.