Maintenance lessons · With Tim Young

Learn basic
car maintenance

Hands-on lessons for individuals and small groups. Learn the basics of caring for your car, at your place or mine.

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Based in Southern Connecticut. Available to travel up to 40 miles; location and travel arrangements confirmed before booking.

No experience needed. Start with what you want to learn.

Tim beside a classic Mustang with its hood open
Tim, at home under the hood.
Practical skills

Get to know your car

Build confidence with the jobs that come up in everyday ownership. We’ll agree on the topics and a suitable vehicle before your lesson.

Close-up of a blue classic Ford engine with a 289 air-cleaner housing
Get familiar with what’s under the hood.
01

Oil & filters

Learn about oil changes and replacing filters, with guidance as you work.

02

Tires & wheels

Learn how to check tire pressure and change a tire using the right tools and setup.

03

Fluids & checks

Get familiar with fluid checks and the basic maintenance your car needs.

Learn your way

One-on-one
Or bring a group

New to owning a car? Never had someone show you the basics? These lessons give you time to ask questions and practice with guidance.

Arrange an individual lesson or learn alongside friends or family. Visit Tim in Southern Connecticut, or arrange a lesson at your location within 40 miles of his base. The location, travel arrangements, and workspace are agreed in advance.

A hand holding motor oil beside a funnel in a classic car engine bay
Learn the basics, from oil changes to everyday checks.
Getting started

A lesson built around you

  1. Tell Tim what you’d like to learn

    Share your experience, interests, location, and whether you’re coming on your own or with a group.

  2. Agree on the details

    Discuss the vehicle, topics, location, and what’s needed for the session.

  3. Learn by doing

    Work through the basics together, with time to ask questions along the way.

Tim standing beside a classic Mustang with the hood open in his garage
Tim in the garage.

Before your first lesson

Do I need any experience?

No. Start with the basics and tell Tim what you’re comfortable with.

Can I learn on my own car?

Tell Tim about your vehicle and the tasks you’d like to learn. You’ll agree on a suitable vehicle and setup before the lesson.

Where do lessons take place?

Tim is based in Southern Connecticut and is willing to travel up to 40 miles from his base. Lessons can take place at your location or his, with a suitable workspace. Share your town when you get in touch so you can confirm travel arrangements before booking.

What should I bring?

Tim will discuss tools, materials, and anything else needed once you’ve agreed on the lesson.

Let’s get started

A little knowledge
More confidence

Tell Tim what you’d like to learn and who’s joining you.

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Open an email to Tim. No booking required to ask a question.