I am thinking of driving my car - is that a good idea?

So lately I have been considering actually driving my Legacy, but I am a little afraid because of the damage that could be caused.

 

I see people drive other cars all of the time, but they aren't high performance machines like the Legacy, although I occasionally see a "sporty" car so you must be able to drive them, but maybe they don't really care about their cars' as much as I do

 

Anyhow, the weahter here is going to be sunny and 60 today so that would seem to be a great day to take the car out and drive it.

 

I typically keep it stored on jack stands so that the tires and suspension do not get :flat spotted", but they I read that could cause damage to the frame and to the bushings, so now I alternate daily between the stands and the ground, but I do rotate the tires a 1/4 turn each time so that do not get any uneven wear.

 

I also read the start up causes the most engine wear, which is why I usually don't start the engine. how do you people handle that when you drive them? Can yo set a turbo timer so that the engine stays on all of the time? Can I use some sort of special oil to reduce engine wear?

 

For the paint, I have it all covered with that blue painters' tape so that should be good - does anyone know if that alows the paint to breathe or does it trap moisture against the paint - that sounds bad

 

For the windows I tried to get someone to come out and install that clear bras stuff on them, but they all said that was a little crazy, which I don't understand - how else can you protect the windows?

 

I would appreciate any help with these issues, and I am sure there are some others that I must be missing or that you will point out to me. I'd really like to drive the car soon, if it takes too long to get ready, then the weather might not be ideal and I wouldn't even THINK about driving the car in non-ideal weather.

 

Thanks

Good idea about the tire rotating 1/4 turn, im gonna start doing that when put my car on the stands for the night

 

I just hope you don't wash it without covering the hood scoop!

I think you should take a walk instead since it's a nice day. Why waste gas and give your car wear and tear?

If you had a bigger garage, you could drive it around in there without exposing it to the elements. Also, traffic shouldn't be a problem.

I would suggest trying to search first. All of your questions have been answered many times in many threads.

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& rubber mats for the inside.

please tell me your joking

..............and a video of the daily routine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

too funny and for those who don't know RAO, he is ALWAYS serious.

too funny and for those who don't know RAO, he is ALWAYS serious.

 

nothing about a wing, big turbo or the legacy being a 12 second car.

 

who are you and what did you do to the real RAO?

Keep alternating between jackstands and on tires. If you don't drive it, the value will certainly go up, up up! Soon your GT may be as valuable as Vimy's SpecB.

Rao - Jacking your car up also makes the suspension work too hard. It'll be worn out by next month. Better rebuild it now.

GET THAT PAINTERS TAPE OFF NOW!!! If you get moisture between it and the paint, it's instant rust!!! It only takes one drop of water and 30 seconds and your mint paint job is ruined!:

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Wrong FORUM!!!! Can moderators be banned?

I personally store my car upside down due to the constant fear that the effect of gravity may snap my oil pickup tube...

when i drive my legacy i put it on my trailer and tow it with my truck!!!

 

WHY SO SERIOUS?!?!?

I role my car in bubble wrap everynight, and I put duct tape on the tires so they dont wear.

after going back and reading the comments i hope we didnt offend the OP... if you are in fact contemplating driving the car after the amount of care you provide in all the details then i will answer your question with an honest answer....

 

the joy of owning an object has its rewards for its owner in different ways. if you take joy in keeping items in outstanding condition by ie not driving it then that in itself may be enough to keep you happy. for others maintaining the car and being able to enjoy it are not mutually exclusive but both obtainable with enough time and care. you need to ask yourself if you can handle the stress of driving the car while thinking of all the possible worst case scenarios and if that would detract from the fun the experience should give you....

Best post I've read in a very long time.

 

I think the upside down is the best option, You don't want all those lubricants down in the bottom of the engine, if you decide to start it.

 

Storing upside down will keep the top cylinders etc well lubricated, then you can right her(if it's a her) just before you take that deep plunge into the abyss and turn that key.

 

In either case, I am sure you will be satisfied with your decision.

 

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after going back and reading the comments i hope we didnt offend the OP... if you are in fact contemplating driving the car after the amount of care you provide in all the details then i will answer your question with an honest answer....

 

the joy of owning an object has its rewards for its owner in different ways. if you take joy in keeping items in outstanding condition by ie not driving it then that in itself may be enough to keep you happy. for others maintaining the car and being able to enjoy it are not mutually exclusive but both obtainable with enough time and care. you need to ask yourself if you can handle the stress of driving the car while thinking of all the possible worst case scenarios and if that would detract from the fun the experience should give you....

 

Welcome to the site...

 

Rao, you forgot to use the sarcasm font! You've got the newbies all flabbergasted.

What type of octane are you putting in your car? cause if you can't afford to put premium in you should'nt have purchased the car!

 

 

 

 

I would appreciate any help with these issues, and I am sure there are some others that I must be missing or that you will point out to me. I'd really like to drive the car soon, if it takes too long to get ready, then the weather might not be ideal and I wouldn't even THINK about driving the car in non-ideal weather.

 

Thanks