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Guides and Reviews on New Cars, Used Models and Classics.Very few people now keep their car in the garage and instead use the garage for all sorts of other purposes such as storage for garden furniture or even as a utility room. Not keeping the car, probably the second most expensive thing you own after your house, in a garage if you have one is a big mistake during very hot or very cold spells when the elements can really cause a great deal of damage to the car bodywork.
A vehicles paintwork will deteriorate over time but when exposed to blazing sunlight, high temperatures or frost it will show signs of deterioration quicker than if it is protected from the elements by being kept in a garage. The interior of the car may also become faded if the sun is allowed to shine on the windows for prolonged periods.
Keeping the car in the garage when not in use can also mean a welcome reduction in insurance premiums along with the added security that it brings against theft and vandalism. So, if you have the use of a garage at your property it is wise to use it for the purpose it was intended as it could save you money in the long term