subject: Should I Purchase Rust Proofing From A Dealership? [print this page] If you have recently purchased a brand new vehicle you have probably been informed of the issue of rust proofing. Due to the relentless Canadian winter and salt we use on our road and highways, it is a good idea to protect your investment from rust. Average life span of a vehicle before the rust will cause damage is about 10 years, rust proofing is not something that is required in all the countries the vehicle's manufacture exports to. Therefore additional chemical and equipment maybe required in the Canadian market. If you are leasing a vehicle for four years and ready for a new car after your lease expires, there is very little incentive for you to rust proof a vehicle that is not yours to own. But if you are buying a vehicle with cash or financing the capital cost, you are investing in the vehicle and you should consider some form of rust proof protection to ensure the duration of your investment will last. Rust proofing comes in various form as well as cost; it can range from $200 to as much as $2000.
The traditional way to rust proof a vehicle is by spraying the vehicle with a special developed chemical mix, this type of rust proofing does work but it gets messy very quickly. The vehicle will be sprayed with the chemical in certain key areas, such as under the hood, in between the sheet metal, as well as the under carriage. This type of rust proofing is usually the cheaper way to go, the cost can range between $200 to $600. But since this chemical does wash away and with wear and tear it will disappear with time. You should consider a re-spray once a year or two, the cost may add up if you look at the bigger picture. The second option is the electronic rust module the dealers are selling today. This type of rust proofing is environmental friendly and it has been used in shipping industry in the recent years. The small on board module produces a very mild current that runs through the vehicle to repel rust, it is not only much cleaner but it is also more expensive.
The cost of the electronic module ranges from $800 to $1500 from the dealers, but you can buy them online for as little as $200 from eBay. The installation process is simple and straight forward; with 30 minutes of study you can probably install the module yourself. However the downfall to this technology is that the module will produce a draw from the battery constantly. If you are going on vacation and parked your car for 60 days, don't be surprised to come home to find out your vehicle won't start. Overall before you commit to rust proofing your vehicle, do your home work and research to find yourself the better deal.
by: Rick Li
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