Your Van Resale Value

Maintenance is the most important part of guaranteeing a good resale value for your van. Aside from that, regular maintenance ensures that your van will run smoothly while you own it. Oil, coolant, and tires are three things that will need to be checked most regularly.

* Oil: Dark, clean oil is the sign of a healthy engine; any discrepancy in the color or gradient of the oil should be addressed immediately.



* Coolant: This protects your van against heating and rupturing the engine and other components under the hood. Check for indication of low levels, and immediately top it up as needed to avoid risk of overheating the engine.



* Tires: Maintaining the tires is essential for optimal functioning of your vehicle. Low tire pressure results in increased fuel consumption. Tread on the tires should be checked regularly as faulty tires will result in a fine.

Another way to protect your investment is to keep your van secured with locks or alarms. Reduce the interior's visibility by drawing curtains and blinds or having tinted windows. Secure your van with chains, especially in a high-risk area. Use a heavy-duty immobilizer in the ignition circuit to cut the fuel flow and deter thieves from robbing it. Even an attempt to break in can cause aesthetic damage to the vehicle and depreciate its value, so it is important that it does not look like an easy target.

Finally, you can keep the interior in top shape by purchasing protective equipment that will help keep your seats and cargo area free from damage. You can buy seat covers, dashboard covers, and floor mats to protect the passenger area.

Whether your van is used for personal or commercial purposes, you will want to make sure that it stays in good shape for the next buyer. By keeping the above tips in mind, your van can retain its resale value so that you get as much return as possible when you decide to trade it in for a new vehicle.