A car is a huge investment. In fact, it’s one of the largest investment most people make throughout their entire lives. Unfortunately, unlike most investments, a vehicle doesn’t hold its value over time. Instead, it starts to depreciate the moment you drive it off the dealership’s lot.

That being said, even the oldest of vehicles have some value attached to them, and those better taken care of have even more. With that in mind, here are a few ways to boost the resale value and make it easier to sell your Audi.

1. Stick To The Maintenance Schedule

The best way to take care of your Audi is to follow the maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual. This will tell you when you need to change your oils, liquids, and filters, as well as when your car should be serviced. Following this will keep your vehicle in good working condition.

2. Watch How Far You Drive

The number of miles your car has plays a huge part in its value, with more miles meaning less money. For this reason, it’s crucial that you keep your car's mileage as low as you can and avoid any major journeys in your vehicle. The value of your Audi will drop significantly when you get close to 100,000 miles, so make sure you remain far away from this figure.

3. Make Sure It Stays Clean

A persistently dirty car can lead to permanent stains, body corrosion, faded carpets, and much more - all of which will harm the value of your vehicle. With that in mind, you may want to take precautions by investing in all weather floor mats and seat covers. You’ll also want to clean your Audi on a regular basis and keep pets, food, and muddy feet far away.

4. Avoid Adding Any Unpleasant Odors

Unfortunately, it’s not just the look of your car that can have a negative impact - The smell does too. Because of this, you should avoid adding any unpleasant odors to your vehicle by leaving food, cigarettes, and pets at the door. You should also make sure that you have an air freshener hidden somewhere in your vehicle for when potential buyers come to have a look.

5. Keep It In Your Garage

Instead of using your garage to store Christmas decorations, old furniture, and sports equipment, you should use it for what it was intended and store your Audi. This is especially sensible if you live in a particularly hot or cold climate. After all, extreme weather, regardless of the temperature, can cause physical damage to your car as well as wreak havoc on the engine.

6. Be Careful How You Drive

One of the quickest ways to ruin your car’s value is driving into another one. To avoid this, you need to stick to speed limits, avoid harsh braking, and stop switching lanes without turning on your indicators. Even if you manage to avoid a crash, driving recklessly will still harm your engine and wheels, causing further depreciation.

With these tips, you should be able to limit the depreciation of your Audi and boost the resale value. Do you have any tips to share?