Originally Posted by DJSang,Jan 23 2010, 11:08 AM

Had the S through undergrad and grad school. Lessons learned:

do not valet (meter park)
get a garage or at least covered parking where you live
don't drive everywhere, carpool with friends when going out
watch for raised manhole covers/potholes
if possible take public transport or ride with friends
keep nothing visible in the car, keep radio door closed
don't bump music and attract attention on your way home

Pretty obvious stuff but kept my car in good condition.