My mom has a grad marquis that has been setting up for 5 years. The last oil change was 5 years ago with almost no miles put on it since then. It was Castrol GTX blend. The battery has been in a trickle charger since then and I crank the engine over the two or so times a year when I visit.
She's now ready to get rid if it since she cant drive any more.
A few concerns.
1) old gasoline in the tank.
2) Tire with flat spots. They are michelins and properly aired up, and the car sits in a attached garage (no sun), but its been stationary for 5 years and the tires are likely 9-10 years old total.
3) has the oil turned to varnish? Rust on the top of the engine where the oil drained off from?
4) antifreeze gell?
What are some things you can do to get a car like that working again. I'm torn on just driving it to a car dealership that buys cars and taking the lowball offer. Or shining it up a bit (its in good cosmetic shape) and using it as a beater car for work commute. It rides like a dream but is a boat in the parking lot.
She's now ready to get rid if it since she cant drive any more.
A few concerns.
1) old gasoline in the tank.
2) Tire with flat spots. They are michelins and properly aired up, and the car sits in a attached garage (no sun), but its been stationary for 5 years and the tires are likely 9-10 years old total.
3) has the oil turned to varnish? Rust on the top of the engine where the oil drained off from?
4) antifreeze gell?
What are some things you can do to get a car like that working again. I'm torn on just driving it to a car dealership that buys cars and taking the lowball offer. Or shining it up a bit (its in good cosmetic shape) and using it as a beater car for work commute. It rides like a dream but is a boat in the parking lot.