I bought my first car! Any tips? (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 3 days ago by Madbrad200@sh.itjust.works to c/casualuk@feddit.uk

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2008 Peugeot 107 (aka Toyota Aygo/Citreon C1). Around 70.5k miles.

I need to replace the wheel trims because they're peeling a bit but otherwise seems to be in decent condition. I bought a vaccuum, tread depth gauge, some gloves, leather cleaner, cloths, and antifreeze tester.

Anyone have any tips on how best to maintain it/take care of it?

Cheers :)

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[-] Schmuppes@lemmy.today 2 points 1 day ago

Have a look at the maintenance schedule and see what needs doing. Seeing as 70.000 miles is equivalent to 100-120 k in metric, some things may need replacement. If the timing belt has not been replaced yet, it will probably have to be replaced at that mileage. If it actually still is the factory one, it would be very old and require you to act ASAP. Another thing is brakes and suspension. Seeing as you guys have regular MOT inspections however, major issues will have been noticed.

Other than that, you should check stuff like spark plugs and replace the engine and cabin air filters.