How to Get Your Car Prepared for the Summer



The most basic thing you can do for a car is check the fluids regularly and follow suggested maintenance. During the summer the motor is exposed to more heat and the fans work hard to keep it cooler. If there is something faulty with the fluids the motor will most likely overheat. This might happen in the most inconvenient of times like in traffic on the way to work.


I would recommend you to go to your neighborhood service center for a checkup. There are some things you can’t detect on your own. If you have a special car that you only use in the summer, have the batteries checked and engine checked. Sometimes cars that haven’t been in use for a long time may have problems that aren’t noticed immediately. You don’t want to wear out your perfectly good snow tires if it’s not snowing, so get them changed if you haven’t already. Make sure all your emergency equipment like jumper cables, flashlight, jack, and spare tire are in your car. If your car breaks down it’s always a much less stressful situation if you have all the materials.


Our service team here at Basil Resale Sheridan would be more than happy to check your car and address any of your concerns. If you are looking for a new car stop by or make an appointment to see any of our 300 cars on our lot.


Caroline Cary

How to Act When Being Pulled Over




No matter how long you’ve been driving, getting pulled over by a cop can be a nerve-racking experience. The first thing to remember is to be polite! Arguing with a cop isn’t going to get you anywhere.

Pull over to the side of the road


When you see a cop car; first try to remain calm, turn on your turn signal, and try to stop as far right or left as possible so that the Officer can stand next to your car without putting themselves in danger. Turn off your engine and if it’s dark, turn on your interior lights.


Avoid giving the officer a reason to search your car


If you’re rustling about in your car, the officer might think you’re trying to hide something. If anything illegal is in immediate view, like an open bottle of alcohol; he or she is allowed to take it.


You should never get out of your car


Only get out if the officer tells you to. They will consider it a threat if you get out of the car. Remember that many police officers die when pulling over a car; it’s when they are most vulnerable.


When talking to the Officer


Roll down the window completely. Be polite and honest. Try not to cry or argue with the officer because most of the time you can’t talk yourself out of a ticket. And you might just annoy the officer even more!


Take the ticket and go on your way


If you get a ticket keep it in a safe place. Don’t forget to signal and check your mirrors, when entering the road again. Remember police officers are just looking out for your safety and try to protect the safety of others.


Here at Basil Resale Sheridan, we remind you to always drive safe. If you got a ticket for a brake light, headlight or any other malfunctioning part; don’t forget to make an appointment with our amazing service team or just stop by at Basil Resale Sheridan 4131 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.



Caroline Cary

How to jump start a car


Have you ever found yourself stranded in a parking lot because you left your lights on and your battery died? It’s happened to me several times at home, in a parking lot in front of Barnes and Nobles, and multiple times at school. Trust me you don’t want to find yourself in a situation where you don’t know what to do.
The most important thing to remember is the order in which you attach the cables, and making sure they are attached to the corresponding metal terminal. A neighbor helped me with a jumpstart, but put the cable on the wrong metal terminal causing my fuse to burn out.

Before anything make sure both cars are off.
1. Find out where the positive and negative metal terminals are on both batteries.
2. Make sure none of the metal clips touch each other or they will give you an electric shock.
3. Your red or yellow cable is your positive cable so attach that to the positive terminal of the dead battery.
4. Attach the other end of the red or yellow cable to the positive terminal of the good battery.
5. Attach the black cable to the negative terminal of the good battery.
6. Attach the other side of the black cable to a metal surface of the car, far from the battery.
7. Start the engine of the good car first, then after a couple of minutes start the engine of the other car.

Now you can remove the cable the opposite order in which you attached them. Let your car charge for a couple of minutes before you turn it off.

At this point, you should probably take your car to a service specialist to make sure everything is well. At Basil Resale Sheridan, our team of mechanics would be more than happy to check your car for any problems concerning your battery or anything else that might worry you. If you are a past customer remember to take advantage of The Basil Difference, like free oil changes for life and 6 month/6,000 mile warranty.

Caroline Cary