I've just purchased a 89 G Ford Escort XR3i - it's in original condition and is almost mint with only 67,000 miles and a full main dealer service history.
I'm not concerned about the mechanics as they all seem pretty good and I'll continue the service history through Ford network, but there are one or two small areas of rust specifically on the two rear arches.
It's nothing major and is still in the very early stages but is there anything I can do myself to stop it getting any worse (and perhaps clean it up)?
In general is there anything I can do to prevent rust in the first place in other places - I'm happy to spend a little money and effort as I reckon prevention is better than cure.
This is first older car we've owned that I've actually been bothered about the odd rust spot and I have a pretty steep learning curve - if you assume I know nothing then that's probably the best bet.
Any help and advice really appreciated, thanks.