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If you have a car that was badly damaged in an accident or isn't running and isn't worth the investment to fix, you may be thinking about selling it as a junk car. If you have never done this before, you may have questions about doing this. Here are a few questions you may have about selling a junk car and the answers to those questions.

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Your car door is an important, yet overlooked, part of your car. It allows you to enter and exit the vehicle. However, there are times when your automobile's door may need to be replaced. Here are three reasons why a door may need to be replaced on your car.

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If you have used motor oil and you’re not sure how to dispose of it, there are eco-friendly ways to make sure that it doesn’t end-up in a landfill, where it can damage the environment. Instead, you can make sure the oil is properly disposed of or recycled, by following the eco-friendly tips below. You and your community will be glad you did.

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When your transmission is on the fritz, it may conjure thoughts about expensive repairs or even a new vehicle, but there is a better option. Rebuilding a transmission can save you a lot of money over the short-term, while keeping car payments out of your monthly budget. For many, rebuilding their transmission is worth the initial cost.

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Changing your own oil is a great way to save money and it is actually a lot easier than it sounds. But if not done properly, it can cause serious damage to your car and the environment. And once you're done changing your oil, what do you do with the old oil? At Ace Auto Parts, we have all the necessary tools and materials to make changing and disposing of your own oil a breeze.

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If you're trying to sell a vehicle that has some serious issues, you may be wondering whether or not you should repair it before selling it. There are a few major things that you need to consider: the amount of cash you'd need to invest, the amount of time the repair would take, and the return on your investment. In many situations, it's not worthwhile to repair a car if it has very significant problems; instead, you may want to sell it to a place that specializes in buying cars that need repairs.

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A vehicle battery can help get you where you need to go, or it can leave you stranded on the side of the road, making it important to know when to change your battery. Fortunately, there are specific warning signs to look for, before a battery fails. These include dimming headlights, clicking sounds during ignition and battery age.

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Whether restoring an antique or conducting routine maintenance and repairs on your daily driver, people who work on their own cars understand how relaxing it can be and how much sense of accomplishment and pride comes with a job well done. Professionals who work on other people’s cars develop the same sense of pride by the end of the day after a job well done. At Ace Auto Parts, we serve the needs of hobbyists and professionals alike with great parts and service.

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Automobile maintenance is drag – time consuming, expensive and is typically required at the most inopportune times. But that doesn’t make it any less important, especially when it comes to your car’s tires.

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If your first inclination is to run out to a new parts store to buy replacement parts for your vehicle, there may be a better option. That option could be choosing used parts from a trusted resource like Ace Auto Parts in St Paul, MN. Here's why.

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