I (20 no gender) am NOT a mechanic. But I have a 2008 Toyota Corolla (am unsure of the engine) that has been sitting for 9+ months with no use. The car is mine and there is a long story as to why it has been non-running. But to sum it up in 2 words, my mother. I do not need a place to take my car though because I DO have a mechanic friend who said they would fix the car if I bought everything.


I have gotten it a new battery (is not in the car yet) but I’m not sure what else it’s going to need. I know it needs complete fluid flush (at least that’s what I have been told) and a way to siphon out the old gas (again- what I have been told). I think I know what oil and/or oil filter to get but I would like some professional help, advise, and any tips that could help me for what else this car is going to need.

I am unsure of the condition of the breaks, but it’s safe to assume there is a chance they will need to be replaced or fixed. As for the tires there is a very high chance they will need to be replaced/retreaded. I have been told the tired were bought at a Discount Tire but have also been told of a place that might be cheaper so I’m probably going to go there instead.

There has also been a battery acid leak, and like I said I am not a mechanic, so I am unsure on if anything has been damaged by the battery acid (photo at the top). I have not seen any other damage that might have happened to the car but I also haven’t been made aware if there is anything else wrong.

Any and all advice would be appreciated and welcomed. I currently have a budget of $1.5k so cheap but relatively reliable places will also help.





I need help! (2008 Toyota Corolla with 9+ months no use)