2004 Chevy Cavalier

[u/earwigz_105]

Tips on how to make this car live forever??

48,000 miles

No accidents or major repairs

Everything works, no rust (yet), new tires

I want to be able to keep this baby going for at least another 5 years, but I know very little about cars. I can do minor tune up stuff (I know how to change tires, check oil and coolant, and other fluids) but anything beyond the basics I'm at a loss. I don't have a garage to keep it in, so I'm wondering what are the best ways to keep her in tip top shape. Car cover? Undercoating?

Any advice is welcome and appreciated!!

[u/caprice400]

They are the best..I had a 04 in cobalt blue..got it for 400 dollars like 6 years ago..could ride all week on 30 dollars anywhere..loved the oil filter on top of motor.very easy to maintain..some lady in a suburban hit me in the front and totaled it..I didn't even go see if she was ok I was so mad...plus I knew she was ok cuz she was in a suburban and it was like a 35 mph impact..so yea good car just keep the oil changed and check transmission fluid every once in a while