In summer of 2011, I purchased a 2008 Honda Accord LX with about 50k miles on it. It had regular maintenance for fluids and filters. Other than a brake job that had been done, it was (and still is) in tip top shape externally. I drove it and it performed well until spring of 2013. At that time due to financial reasons, I was unable to drive it and it sat unused to this day. Other than the gas tank being nearly empty and having two flat tires, nothing has been done to it.
My fortunes have changed and I would like to put it back on the road.
I have no experience in car maintenance other than the above mentioned fluid and filters. It will more than likely need a new battery, but other than that, what should I have checked before I get it inspected for registration?
Should I have it flatbed towed to mechanic or should I be okay to drive it there if I add gas and oil. The last oil change was with Syntec. Would that make a difference? Is it worth putting the effort and money in or should I just try to dump it? I have been getting along fine on public transportation, but having a car would cut an hour off my two hour commute.
BTW, if it matters, I live in NYS.
Any help appreciated.
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