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About Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 builds on the series with photorealistic graphics, a detailed repair system and over 40 cars. Players begin in a modest workshop, using more than 10 tools and 1,000 parts to fix, paint, tune and drive vehicles.
The game adds Barn Find and Junkyard modules, car auctions, a test track, a race track, a Path Test for suspension, and a Car Editor for custom cars. An XP‑based upgrade system lets you expand the garage, add equipment like a lacquer sprayer, and store parts in a warehouse.
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Workshop upgrades and equipment
You start with a small workshop that can be expanded into a three‑lifter garage. Upgrades are bought with points earned from jobs, unlocking items such as a lacquer sprayer, parts warehouse, and engine crane.
The upgrade system is level‑based; gaining XP lets you spend points to improve facilities, which in turn lets you handle more complex repairs and keep the 1,000+ parts organized.
- Buy the parts warehouse early to keep frequently used components accessible.
- Add the lacquer sprayer once you have enough lifts to increase paint job efficiency.
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Barn Find and Junkyard modules
The Barn Find module lets you search abandoned barns for hidden cars and salvageable parts. Each barn can contain a complete vehicle or individual components useful for later jobs.
The Junkyard provides rusty cars and a source of spare parts. Scavenging here expands your parts pool without spending cash on the shop.
- Check every corner of a barn; even small parts may be needed for future repairs.
- Collect rare components from the junkyard before considering purchase at auctions.
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Car auctions and resale
Car auctions present pre‑owned vehicles that can be bought for your collection or flipped for profit. Bidding competes with other virtual bidders, adding a strategic element to acquiring rare models.
Acquired cars can be restored using your workshop tools, then sold or kept for personal projects, influencing both income and garage reputation.
- Set a maximum bid before entering an auction to avoid overspending.
- Target cars that match the tools you already own to reduce extra purchases.
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Test track, race track and Path Test
The Test Track lets you check overall car condition or simply drive around for fun. The Race Track adds a timer for measuring performance after upgrades.
A separate Path Test is provided specifically for evaluating suspension setups, allowing you to verify handling before delivering a job.
- Use the Path Test after installing new shocks to confirm suspension behavior.
- Record race track times before and after tuning to see performance gains.
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Car editor and modding support
From day one, the Car Editor lets players add custom vehicles, liveries, license plates and even user‑provided music, extending the game beyond the built‑in 40+ cars.
Modding support integrates with Steam Workshop, making it easy to share creations and download community content such as new cars or paint schemes.
- Start with a simple car model in the editor to learn the workflow.
- Browse the Workshop for ready‑made liveries to personalize vehicles quickly.
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