It’s not uncommon for car owners to need to replace a car part at some point in the car’s lifespan. Some choose to have dealerships and auto body repair shops do their repairs, but others decide to do repairs and …
How to Replace a Car Fender 101
Car fenders, also known as quarter panels, are meant for protecting the wheel wells of your vehicle and are notorious for taking the most damage in minor accidents. This means that they are likely going to need replacing at some …
Replacing Car Steering Wheels: 4 Things to Know
Steering wheel replacements are a common used car part vehicle owners make when trying to customize the driving experience. On the bright side, a used steering wheel can be better suited to your particular driving style. A smaller steering wheel …
How to Match Your Car’s Paint Color
One of the most common replacements on a car is replacing the car doors, or another exterior part (like the hood or trunk) due to dents, scratches, and cosmetic defects. With this, one of the biggest problems people run into …
How Do Metal Prices Affect Junk Car Value?
Anyone who has ever explored selling a car for scrap will find that the offering price can vary. This is especially true if you get a quote today and then ask again six months from now. Why is this the …
When to Visit a Salvage Yard versus Recycle Center?
Have you noticed your garage or storage unit has a few more rusty, old metal items collecting dust? Not sure what to do with them? Maybe you’ve considered donating, selling or recycling the spare parts or items but aren’t sure …
Should You Scrap Car For Metal Or Donate Car Parts?
Perhaps you have a beat-up, old clunker for a car sitting in your driveway. You might look at it and immediately stress out over what to do with it, especially if it isn’t in a drivable condition. Maybe you try …
How to Prevent Salt Damage to Your Car
It’ll soon be the official start of winter across North America, which means snowy and icy road conditions are on the horizon. Depending on which state you live in, the road treatment used can easily cause damage to your vehicle. …
How to Prep a Car for Winter Storage: 5 Essential Steps
Massachusetts’ winters are nothing to scoff at. The recreational vehicles, sports cars, convertibles, and car projects all make their way back to the garage for hibernation (AKA winter storage.) It would be nice to be able to just turn the …
Should I Buy a Replacement Used Engine or a New Car?
There’s not one right answer regarding whether you should buy a replacement used engine or a new car. The answer depends on your budget, needs, and driving habits. However, there are some things you should keep in mind before making …