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How should I store my classic in the winter?

How should I store my car in the winter? I can't drive on roads because of salt and I'm not sure if it's a good idea to start the car every two months for an hour or two and move it back and forth on driveway?

Asked on 19 December 2018 by dan

Answered by Keith Moody
You should try and figure out some way of keeping things moving - although just letting it idle isn't for the best. Keep moving it to prevent tyre flat spots. Before you lay it up, make sure all the fluid levels are topped up - especially the coolant. While you may not be using the car, it's important to help prevent corrosion. You could also invest in a trickle charger to keep the battery in good nick. Don't leave the handbrake on otherwise the brakes will seize. You could also consider using an additive in the fuel tank to stop the fuel going off. Modern fuels contain ethanol, which can be harmful to many a classic's components - the damage is done when the car is not used and the ethanol starts to become separated.
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