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[Giblet]

Well it is time for the Metro to migrate to the garage and be free from the atmosphere. What tips can you all give me about keeping it dry and suitable, and generally how to preserve the car for the lengthy period of time I plan on keeping the car there,

Thankyou!

[Teapot]

Assuming you're not car-cooning it in its own bubble with air conditioning ...
Car clean & dry, rust-free as poss, apply waxoyl if not already done
Car up on axle stands enough to take most of weight off wheels
Remove battery and keep indoors, topped up
Windows partly open
Some form of ventilation in garage to avoid static air
Cat litter trays inside, changed regularly (optional)
Don't know about draining fluids, but I believe it's not good to drain the petrol tank until you plan to start the car again, when the old fuel will need replacing
Refer to the FAQs for restarting the engine
That's a start anyway.

The alternative is to keep it in running order and fire it up at least once a week, but you don't give the impression that that's the plan.

[Giblet]

To be honest, I would like to start it now and then. Certainly more practical if I decide to reuse it in the summer

[kez_19]

i would say don't drain the fluids as air in the system will cause rust

michael

[Teapot]

I think if you're going to start it up periodically, you ought to give it a run to get the engine fully warmed up. Sorry to be vague but I recall something about condensation on the cylinder walls. I'll withdraw now and let the techies take over

[kez_19]

i would say don't drain the fluids as air in the system will cause rust

michael

[Dan]

Moved.