According to most edu cated opinions, the used car market will be "firm" during coming months. In consum er language, that means your car is likely to hold its value if you keep it in shape. That's a big IF. Car Care Council says a well main tained automobile is worth several hundred dollars more at trade in time than its neglected twin. As important as the me chanical condition may be, states Car Care Council, appearance condition is what first hits the critical eye of a used car buyer. Repairing body rust and damage can be an expensive proposition. The CCC ad vises: 1. A weekly washing, especially in winter where •ah or other chemicals are need to keep roads clear. 2. After your wash joh, five yonr car a close ex amination for surface rust and paint chips. Cover them with wax or clear nail polish until yon can repair them properly with primer and touch-up paint. 3. Wax your car when ever the paint begins' to show dulling from tho ele ments. Twice a year is a good practice. Use a good cleaner or mild rohhing compound before apply- ing wax. 4. Cite the ear a thor ough interior cleaning about once a month, more often if it begins to look dingy. This should infinite vacuuming of carpets and wiping off the upholstery with vinyl cleaner or mild upholstery cleaner, de pending upon the type of interior. WE NEED USED CARS NOW! sSid > A V T O P nni I flR WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR AMERICAN & FOREIGN USED CARS & TRUCKS! _ u i m « r g , . NORTHWEST A AUTO MART C R Y S T A L I A K E S B I G G E S T L I T T L E D E A L E R 4 9 0 1 N . W . H W Y C R Y S T A L L A K E I L L . 8 1 5 4 5 5 - 2 7 6 0 ( MOORE O MATIC prte shhjx 800 folate SIOUX 800 SCREW DRIVE GARAGE DOOR OPENER QUALITY . . • 3/4" Screw Drive • A full 1/3 H.P. capacitor start name brand Motor DEPENDABILITY CONVENIENCE Automatic Reverse • Automatic Reconnect Trolley Positive Lock for Security SPECIALLY PRICED NOW! SINGLE CONTROL MODEL 95 • Internal limit switches • Time Light Delay • Cushion Door Arm • The ability to be stopped in any position on the opening cycle. • ' • f 'n r v Af PLAINDEALER • PAGE f - WEDWESDWY7 OCTOBER 5." Styi Car Care Council . . Well maintained automobile worth hundreds more at trade-in time REG. *119" SALE PRICE *169 HURRY! AT THESE SAVINGS OCT. 7-15 ONLY DOUBLE CONTROL MODEL 95 REG. *206" SALE PRICE $189 ALEXANDER LUMBER CO. 909 N. Front St McHenry Phone 385-1424 TORI Sansorw FOR TEN REASONS TO LEASE YOUR NEXT CAR OR LIGHT TRUCK NOW f t lfc L_ [ MERCURY v/ /</ i rnirmiiiw--ii | LINCOLN WITH OUR EXCLUSIVE I PROGRAM T0RKELS0N LINCOLN-MERCURY 4611 W. RTE. 120 McHENRY, ILL. 815/344-1200 Automotive ceiger zf T SAVE$46-$84 on sets of 4 steel-belled' Guardsman radials Tire Sale ends October 25,1977. , Two steel belts and two radial cord plies w o r k t o g e t h e r t o help keep tread flat on the road. That means even wear plus good traction and handling. Now on sale. SIZE Also flu VH Now Plus Federal Excise Tax AR78-13 165-13 204.00 157.80 7.96 BR78-13 6.50-13 214.52 166.36 8.24 DR78-14 7.00-13 233.92 180.92 9.52 ER78-14 7.35-14 241.76 186.80 9.88 FR78-14 7.75-14 255.48 197.08 10.60 GR78-14 8J5-14 275.36 212.00 11.40 HR78-14 8.55-14 298.20 229.12 12.16 GR78-15 8.25-15 290.48 223.36 11.60 HR78-15 8.55-15 307.44 236.08 12.44 LR78-15 9.15-15 358.00 274.00 13.76 • « r Die Hard •10 OFF Maintenance-free DieHard® battery 42" Harof Was 952.99 with trade-in \ Sale Eada November 7.1977 Maintenance-free means water is not added under normal operating condi tions. • Sears has a credit plan to suit most every need • Prices include professional installation Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your 22 Crystal Lake Plaza Money Back Crystal Lake, III. HOURS: Convenient! Shop Sears Catalog by Phone 459-4550 Sears SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. M-T-W-Th. 9:30 to 5:30 Fr. 9:30 to 8 Sat. 9:30 to 5 i 7T