Just joined; general advice questions.

[bweir555]

Hi, I have just joined this forum. I recently bought a 2000 v6 coupe. 30,000 km. I have put collector plates on it here in BC, meaning I must keep it in original condition.
So, I'd appreciate any advice on how to maintain it. Specifically I'd be interested in opinions on transmission maintenance (I've heard it's a weak point), and tires. The car has the original 16 inch Michelins on it. I'd like smooth and quiet tires. I figure I'll be doing mostly long trips in it.
Thanks!

 

[snip33r]

Congrats on the purchase and welcome here. 30K km is such a low km. exterior wise if you want, you can put OEM lip kit if it doesn't come with it. i don't think so it will affect the insurance since its OEM Honda accessory. speaking of transmission, be gentle with it and have ATF replace every year or so.

 

[bweir555]

Thanks. Yes, that's the kind of advice I'm hoping for. I will have the trans serviced before i drive it in the spring.
I'll check out the lip kit as well. It does gave the rear spoiler so a front lip might look good.

 

[BlkCurrantKord]

I would also invest a transmission cooler for it as well. Can't go wrong a set of Michelins, Defender 2's or CC2's get my vote given your location.

 

[bweir555]

Thanks! I'll check both the trans cooler and tires out. The Defender 2 sounds good; I don't think I'll drive it on the snow so cc 2 may be overkill and I'd prefer a quieter tire over snow reaction.