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Is rust proofing worth it in Toronto?

For a car you plan to keep through several Toronto winters, usually yes. The city salts its roads all winter, and salty slush works into seams, wheel wells and the underbody. Rust proofing at our shop is $120 & up.

Who it makes the most sense for

  • Newer cars, before any rust has started
  • Cars you plan to keep for years
  • Cars parked outside or driven daily through the winter

Who may not need it

If you're selling the car soon, or it already has heavy rust, rust proofing won't undo the damage. In that case, ask us about repairing the rust first.

When and how often

Fall is ideal, before the salt goes down, on a clean and dry car. Most protection wears off over a season, so it's worth repeating every year.

Help it last

  • Rinse the underbody and wheel wells during mild spells in winter
  • Get a car wash with an underbody rinse once the salt is gone in spring
  • Fix stone chips before they rust through the paint

At our shop

Book rust proofing with our winter check package ($80 & up) and we'll look over the battery, tires, brakes, wipers and fluids at the same visit. Already have rust? Our body and collision work comes with a lifetime warranty, and we quote before any work begins.

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