Why rust is like cancer to your car

Website design By BotEap.comRust can absolutely ruin the metal of a car. It is better to prevent rust from sticking to your car by washing it frequently. I recommend washing at least once a week, especially in areas that use road salt during cold months. All that salt, dirt and grime that builds up tends to hold in moisture and that leaves a perfect environment for rust to start. It will often be installed in a place that has been dented or the paint has chipped. Examine your car frequently for small rust spots. It is much easier to repair the rusted area when it is just a small stain.

Website design By BotEap.comThat is really the key. You want to repair the area while you are alone on the surface. Once the rust penetrates deeper into the metal, it becomes a much larger and more expensive repair job. My work restoring vintage sports cars taught me early on that rust can lurk underneath a shoddy patch that has been painted on. You can verify this by simply turning the car over and hitting the metal.

Website design By BotEap.comThat can tell you, based on the clear sound of the metal or the thud of the putty work being used to hide the rust, whether the car is solid or not. It’s a test I do before I buy any car, whether it’s just a year old or one of the vintage muscle cars I’ll be restoring. You should also inspect under the car and check the wheel wells as well. Both are prime locations for rusting to begin. Never buy a car that has been in an accident, even if it was just a minor accident. The car has likely received some sort of paint damage that will be a primary target for rust. Even if the person selling the car claims that an expert has repaired it. I did not buy it. Even if the repair is done by an expert, the rust will most likely stick. Take the time to review any car before you buy it. It could save you thousands of dollars in expensive long-term rust repairs.