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Eight Tips for Storing Your Porsche for the Season

August 11, 2016 · 2 min read

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If you’re going to store your Porsche for an extended amount of time, there are several precautions you should take before you simply tuck it away in your garage. Follow these simple steps to make sure your car doesn’t deteriorate while it’s stowed.

Keep it inside. A climate-controlled storage facility is best, followed by a typical garage setting.
Take it for a spin. To keep the engine running smoothly, take your car for a short spin around the city every few months to make sure it remains in tip-top shape.
Clean it first. Before you store your car for an extended period, wash it and make sure the entire vehicle is completely dry to prevent mold or mildew buildup.
Stop by the gas station. It’s best to store a car with a full tank of gas, which will remain fresh for about a year. You can couple it with a fuel stabilizer to prolong the life of the gasoline.
Change the oil. Your car’s oil and filter should be changed shortly before storing. Also make sure that the vehicle has plenty of anti-freeze, power-steering fluid, transmission fluid, and brake fluid.
Charge the battery. To prevent battery deterioration, fully charge it before you store your automobile. This can be done with a battery charger or simply by driving. Plus, a battery tender (sometimes called a maintainer) can be used to keep the battery charged during inactivity.
Consider your tires. Tires can be covered with plastic to avoid moisture damage. Furthermore, you may want to consider lifting your car to prevent flat spotting.
Call your insurance company. If you will be storing your car for months, you could save money on your car insurance by reporting to the agency that the car is not in use.

These few steps will ensure that your Porsche comes out of storage looking as fantastic as the day you stowed it away. To make sure you’ve covered every base, it’s best to consult an experienced service technician. The service teams at indiGO Auto Group’s Porsche of Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus, Porsche St. Louis, and Porsche of North Houston are always ready to help prepare your car for days of dormancy.

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Porsche New Owner Clinic

Feb 13, 2017 in Rancho Mirage Group Service

Photo Album: Porsche of Rancho Mirage's New Owner Clinic

Excited to show new Porsche owners the ins and outs of their vehicles, the service team at Porsche of Rancho Mirage hosted an informative New Owner Clinic on Thursday, February 9th, 2017. Attendees received an up-close look at a Porsche's engine and undercarriage to understand exactly how the luxury brand's vehicles operate. We're thrilled to help our customers activate their ownership and gain a greater appreciation for Porsche's performance and craftsmanship. Interested in the white-glove, customer-centered service offered at indiGO Auto Group's Porsche of Rancho Mirage? Stop by the dealership today at 71387 Highway 111 in Rancho Mirage, California on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Dec 07, 2016 in Rancho Mirage Group Service

Three Tips For Detailing The Interior Of Your Aston Martin

Keeping the interior of your new Aston Martin in pristine condition is something that every car buyer strives to do. If you are the type of car owner who likes to do things themselves, look over these tips and tricks you can do to keep your Aston Martin in tip-top shape! Use the correct cleaning solutions. Not every brand is safe for the materials in your Aston Martin and fabrics may deteriorate if the directions on the cleaner are not followed carefully. By spraying your selected cleaner onto a soft cloth or sock, you can gently wipe down any surface without the fear of scratching off the finish! Stubborn stains are difficult to remove at times. By using a toothbrush or cotton swabs, you can reach those hard-to-reach crevices and knock off any sticky residue. If you decide that detailing your car is best left to the professionals, visit indiGO Auto Group’s Aston Martin Rancho Mirage on the Desert European Motorcars Campus.

Porsche Platinum Edition

May 02, 2016 in Rancho Mirage Group Service

Porsche Introduces Cayenne Platinum Edition

How does Porsche describe the new Cayenne Platinum Edition? Sophisticated, elegant and exclusive.It was recently announced that Porsche will offer to brand new Cayenne Platinum Edition models later this year. This special designation is reserved for configurations that are only offered for a limited time. The Cayenne and Cayenne S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition will stand out with their distinctive sporty appearance. Wondering what you can expect in this exclusive model? It will be equipped with a large 20-inch RS Spyder design wheels, an eight-way electrically adjustable leather sport seat with Alcantara® center panels, Porsche crest on the head rests, and stainless-steel door sills with illuminated "Platinum Edition" lettering. But wait- there is even more! Other features that stand out in the Platinum model will include Bi-Xenon™ headlights with the Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), Power Steering Plus, and front and rear ParkAssist as well as exterior mirrors and rear-view mirrors that are equipped with an automatic anti-glare feature as standard, while dark-tinted privacy glass (also standard) provides additional privacy for rear passengers. The Cayenne Platinum edition will come in solid black and white paint finishes as the standard, with Jet Black, Purpurite, Mahogany, Carrara White, or Rhodium Silver metallic paints optionally available. The models' exclusive appearance is rounded out by a high gloss black exterior trim package. Shop our Porsche Cayenne inventory now at Porsche of Rancho Mirage, Porsche St. Louis and Porsche of North Houston.