You’re looking for the best tips to help you avoid costly scratches and dents to your car.
It’s not as hard as you think to avoid costly scratches and dents on your car. There are various things you can do to protect your car. Scratches make your car look old, ugly and neglected. You don’t want people to think this of your most prized possession.
Here are some tips you can follow to keep your car free from scratches and dents:
1. Get Scratch and Dent Insurance
With the average excess amount of around R3,500 – R5,000 per claim, this means you will have to dig into your own pocket to repair any minor damages. By having Scratch and Dent Insurance from Bidvest Insurance, you are not only protecting your wallet from the cost of excess, but you are also protecting any no claims bonus or points you might have with your comprehensive insurer.
Scratch and Dent Insurance keeps your car covered for the little dents and dings that can break your budget. Scratch and Dent Insurance from Bidvest Insurance covers specified minor damage, including scratches, scrapes, dents and even tar removal.
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2. Keep your distance
Always keep your distance. Avoid packed parking lots, tight spaces, and parking next to cars that have not entered the parking bay space correctly. If this means parking a bit further away from the entrance, then a few extra steps may be worth the trouble when it comes to dodging those high-risk scratch and dent zones.
3. Practice what you park
As the saying goes, practice makes perfect! Try doing some practice sessions on parking your pride and joy. Especially if it’s in an area where you’ll frequently be parking because the more you become aware of the relationship between space and your car, the less likely you are to pick up those nasty scratches and dents.
4. Wax on wax off
Frequently washing your car is a must. It’s even more important to make sure you’re using the right equipment. For example, using a rough sponge to wash your car can leave scratch marks on the paintwork. Always make sure you’ve got the appropriate gear, or alternatively, visit your local car wash professionals.
5. Watch the weather
Driving in bad weather conditions can cause damage to your car. Anything from flying debris to hail can cause scratches or dents. Keep an eye on weather reports and weather warnings and when possible, avoid driving in bad weather.
6. Keep your car undercover
Did you know that cars are parked 95% of the time!? It, therefore, makes sense that we keep our cars protected during this time. Whenever possible, you should always park undercover. If you don’t have a garage at home, you could invest in a car cover to keep your car protected while it’s parked.
Click here to find out how Scratch and Dent insurance from Bidvest Insurance can keep your car in showroom condition while saving you money and request a quote today.
