There are several ways you can tell that it is time for a new car and some of them may not be what you would expect!
If you’re driving down the road and smoke starts pouring out from under the hood of your car, you might be inclined to think you need a new car. A lot of people would and in some cases, they would be right.
However, if a belt comes undone and you dump all your coolant, you’re going to be left sitting on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck – but that doesn’t mean you need a new car – in fact, it doesn’t even mean it is going to cost you a lot of money to fix. With that said, you can’t go by what appears to be obvious.
Pogue Chevrolet GMC
If you’re having car problems, head over to Pogue Chevrolet GMC located at 2250 West Everly Brothers Blvd Powderly KY, and their certified technicians will run a diagnostic test on your vehicle and see what the problem may be. They are experts and will be able to tell you whether the problem can be repaired or if it is time for a new car.
When to Buy a New Car
Do you find yourself getting to work later and later every day or maybe you must call a cab or a friend for a ride two or three times a week because your vehicle will not start or starts and won’t stay running? Of course, you’re going to want to have the most obvious thing in this situation checked out and that is the battery. If so, it can be replaced, and you’ll be back on the road in no time.
If you go out and buy a new battery and have the same problem, chances are it’s time to start looking for a new car.
The Dreaded Check Engine Light
The infamous check engine light comes on – that light sends thousands of people into a panic every day across the country. For good reason, if there is a problem with the engine it can be costly. Diagnostic testing is not generally free. The average price is a hundred dollars and up. If your vehicle is older, has a lot of miles, starting to rust, etc.… It’s time to start shopping for your next car.
Leaking
Big spots in the driveway or wherever you park your car at work or even the supermarket. If you notice even small spots on your driveway or in a parking lot when you back out – your car is leaking something. Depending on the age of the car and mileage, you’ll need to decide if it’s worth having it checked out and possibly repaired or replaced or replacing the entire car.
Dashboard Lights
If the lights on your dashboard can light up the interior of your car, you have a problem. New cars (within the last 10 years or so) have an alert light for everything from low tire pressure, low oil, engine light, battery alert, and the list continues. If all or most of those lights are lit up you need to start shopping for a new vehicle, your current one has way too many problems, and it is only a matter of time before it just quits!
When your Smooth Ride Becomes a Jerky One
Transmissions are one of the most expensive car repairs. If it’s under warranty, great get it fixed if not and you’re tired of the car shaking you and your passengers up like a milkshake start shopping.
High Mileage
While some cars can make it to 300,000 miles, some can barely make it to 100,000. We all know which cars and go the distance and which ones can’t. It’s no big secret. If you’re driving a car that can’t go the distance as you start to near that 100,000-mile mark, it’s time to look for a new vehicle before you find yourself repairing one thing for it to only lead to another thing and another, etc.…
While some cars can make it to 300,000 miles, some can barely make it to 100,000. We all know which cars and go the distance and which ones can’t. It’s no big secret. If you’re driving a car that can’t go the distance as you start to near that 100,000-mile mark, it’s time to look for a new vehicle before you find yourself repairing one thing for it to only lead to another thing and another, etc.…
