One of the biggest reasons people hesitate to purchase brand new cars off the lot is because of how quickly the value decreases.  Buying a car is intimidating because it is one of the fastest ways to lose money.  Cars are a lot of work, especially if the owners want the resale value to be as high as possible.  Here are a few ways you can rest assured that your vehicle is a good investment.
 
Do your research
 
Before setting foot on a car lot you should conduct heavy research about each car you are interested in.  Buying a car is not just about the latest and greatest features, it is also about the quality.  Know which car brands hold their value, and which ones do not.  About Autos suggests that you review vehicles on reliable websites such as Kelley Blue Book to see which cars hold their value the longest.
 
Stick to a maintenance schedule
 
Never skimp on car maintenance.  A maintenance schedules can be located on the back of the owner’s manual, and car owners looking to keep their cars in great condition and high in value should follow the maintenance schedule without faltering.  Car maintenance is what makes a car last, and that also includes keeping the car clean inside and out.
 
Drive wisely
 
Car accidents are black marks on a car’s record and decrease the value substantially.  It is next to impossible to fool a trained eye about whether or not a car has had body work done.  You cannot always control if you get into a car accident, and if an accident does occur, go to a repair shop that has a good reputation and that uses only factory manufactured parts so your car is as close to its original state as possible.  Being a safe driver not only pays off by keeping your car value high, it also keeps your insurance rates low.
 
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