Apparently, regular oil changes are actually necessary
I have a confession to make. I’m terrible about getting the oil changed in my car. Part of my problem is that I don’t drive much, so it takes a long time to travel the recommended 3,000 miles between oil changes. I realize that they say that you should do it 3,000 or every three months, but I’m at the point in life where I feel like three months passes every time I turn around, and I just don’t want to be changing my oil that fast.
But Monday, I decided that it had to be done and so I headed over to the Jiffy Lube at 10th and Spring Garden. I pulled in and they had space for me right away (I made sure to remove the sticker from my last oil change before I got out of the car, they didn’t need to know that I was 8 months overdue). I turned the car over to them, and headed inside to read a book while they worked. At one point, the guy who I had been dealing with came in and tried to sell me some extra services, but I firmly said no and he went back outside. When they were all done, I got back into my car and headed off towards the free car wash that had come with the oil change. Driving, I noticed something different immediately. My car was running a whole lot more smoothly. I didn’t have to punch the gas when I shifted from the clutch to the ignition, the transition was easy and gentle. I was floored. I guess there really is something to this regular oil change thing after all.
I would totally recommend that Jiffy Lube too, if you need a quick oil change in Center City. They were fast and efficient, and it came with a free basic carwash from the place over at 13th and Race. Not a bad deal.
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I don’t have a car, but I’m the same way about dentist appointments.
I used to be the same way, but my Jeep warranty requires my prompt attention for oil changes. Void the warranty, and it could screw me later on.
One thing to consider though is this - if “they” were right about the entire “oil change being good for your vehicle thing” - perhaps those extra services are warranty and worthy of the $ too?
I get the air filter, wiper blades, anti-freeze, and oil done all the same time. Each year I get the plugs, wires, and battery done (living in the Northeast this should be a must).
It might take a few bucks per year out of your wallet, but nothing compared to blowing a head gasket (I’ve done this and it was thousands of dollars to get everything fixed properly), or something else. So, please, at least consider it the next time you go to the shop - could save you a boat load of dough.