A luxury car is a prize that not many get to claim, so it shouldn’t be treated like other cars—namely those beaten-down drudges for the daily commute. Think of it this way: If you race a thoroughbred, he gets trainers and groomers; if you date royalty, she gets diamonds and discretion. And if you’ve got a Beamer or Rolls, you’d better give it the treatment that an epic machine deserves. Read on to learn more about the luxury car maintenance tips you need to know.

Give It a Good Home

It goes without saying that you can’t keep a luxury car outdoors. It’s inconceivable to expose it to the elements, where it could be a magnet for salt, sand, dirt, pollen, and wannabe influencers who affectedly pose with it for fake Instagram followers. And to risk the humidity? The terror of seeing a spot of rust on a supercar is only comparable to the first smallpox outbreak in Queen Elizabeth’s court. Instead, set up your baby safely and with style in a climate-controlled garage with remotely adjustable mood lighting. That’s just for starters. For their care and protection, luxury cars need superior ventilation, porcelain tile floors, and sufficient soundproofing so they can rest without being disturbed. Wealthy gearheads keep their collections in dream garages that boast lift elevators, large-screen TVs, bars, enough seating to entertain entourages, and priceless sports memorabilia on the walls. One CEO designed his $2 million vehicular paradise with a rotating pedestal in the center so that he can admire his Bugatti Veyron from every angle.

Be Religious About Checkups

Cars of this class require care that’s consistent, if not constant. The dealer’s maintenance schedule is your Bible for the services that will keep your ride purring. It’s an investment in your investment, and you may have to put in quite a bit. Leave it to the experts to check for vulnerabilities in your car’s clutch health, tire pressure, and lubrication. If it’s any consolation, the money won’t hurt as much as leaving her there overnight. Regular maintenance will ensure that your iconic auto will age gracefully, retaining its beauty (and resale value). At Nahas Motorcars, we believe that no luxury vehicle deserves to deteriorate into a fixer-upper project. It’s up to all of us to preserve these legends-in-motion before we lose them to that big scrapheap in the sky.

Listen Actively and With Compassion

If you can hear your car over your classic rock, she’s talking back to you—and probably doesn’t have anything good to say. Turn down the Zeppelin every now and then so that you can try to translate any calls for help. Are they squeals or more evocative of the whimpers of a dying bunny? Does the engine sound like an upset stomach? Rely on your other senses, too; those shakes in the steering wheel might not be mere bumps in the road. Shifting gears shouldn’t feel arthritic. If you can describe to your trusted mechanic what’s happening, he’ll be able to cure the ailment more quickly.

Tread Gently To Ward Off Trouble

The best way to put this? Try to think of your luxury vehicle as a diva of the first order—t’s prone to temper tantrums. These are precision machines, spectacular down to the last detail. They exude startling power, but they’re delicate on the inside—and a little oversensitive. They can bruise easily with aggressive gear-shifting, sudden braking, and a reckless disregard for speed bumps. Handle your car with care. When you take her out for a spin to show her off, you should adopt the attitude of a concerned parent. Come to a complete stop. Avoid sudden lane changes. Don’t even consider speeding through that yellow light. And never, ever drive in anger.

Give It Some Spa Days

People tend to caricature high-end owners as obsessively buffing their cars, flashing the best microfiber that money can buy. Embrace that stereotype. You should always keep a luxury car pristine because there are invisible elements with evil intentions constantly accosting it. Fine dust and pollen will hide—and accumulate—to age your car before its time. Bird droppings should trigger the same urgency as an urban nuclear leak. A strict beauty regimen is in order to keep up appearances, so stick to this schedule and give her the works. White gloves only, please.

Weekly: Wash

Monthly: Clean interior

Every three months: Refresher detail, condition leather seats, wax, seal, and clean the engine bay

Every six months: Full and thorough detail, polish (as needed), clay treatment to remove particles trapped in the paint

Schedule Regular Date Nights

Luxury cars aren’t meant for you to worship them from a distance. They yearn to be driven so they can roam free. Show yours a good time with a taste of freedom on the open road or even a vigorous—but controlled—high-interval workout. Keep your car’s insides loose and warm by using her early and often. Jaunts should cover at least 15 miles for optimum health and reach speeds above 50 mph regularly. We suspect that won’t be a problem.

You must know how to maintain a luxury car, but you shouldn’t necessarily think of it that way. Think of these luxury car maintenance tips as your guide to paying the respect that’s rightfully due to a legend. Your car is the pinnacle of automotive excellence, and you need to treat it with the same reverence that you would any other cultural masterpiece. You don’t own a vehicle of this caliber; you only have the privilege of protecting it for a while. So, when it’s time to pass the keys to the next keeper of the flame, your car will be in the shape of its life—and high-end car buyers will make you offers that reflect that.

Nahas Motorcars knows how to treat a superior car because we only buy the best. When you’re emotionally ready to move on, you can get closure quickly with us. Rather than waiting for a princely offer that may never come, you can save valuable time by contacting us for a free quote. If you like what you hear, we’ll come to you anywhere in the country, inspect your car, and make an official offer on the spot. It’s concierge-level convenience, and we can take care of any details like outstanding loans for you. You can have money in hand within a half-hour and be on your way—because, once you’ve grown addicted to the ultimate experience on four wheels, you’ll be impatient to find the next automotive love of your life.