Lean, clean, exciting machine

Whatever you drive, it's a more exciting car if it's well-maintained. So if you can't afford your dream car, keep the car you have clean inside and out.

Wash your car yourself for exercise and fun (it really is fun). Or take it to a car wash (always bring a book to the car wash if it's a nice day… there could be a line).

Remove the trash from your car at least once a week. Do it at the gas station while you fill up, or at home as you move from the car to the house.

Dust the dashboard and...