He is a real decent guy and I have been going to him for 15 years
Oil change fee
Drifting
Joined: May 2001
Posts: 2,636
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From: Apex, NC
Yup... Dead wrong. I know the techs at my Indy. And more importantly they know me and how much I care about the car. The day it arrived on the transporter (had it delivered to the shop) I provided breakfast for the entire crew. Sometimes it is the little things.
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 1,894
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From: near Seattle
Seattle -- about $250 -- but note that it includes a minor inspection of the vehicle. While it's up, they check the under carriage, lights, etc. I don't drive enough miles in a year to change the oil based on mileage, so I have it changed every Nov. as it gets cold -- so it has the thinnest, freshest oil as it goes into the cold months.
I don't mind paying a mechanic once a year to put the car on the lift, change the oil & check it out a bit before winter. Yes, I could change the oil myself, but I don't mind having someone who knows these cars well give it a once-over. Cheap insurance.
I don't mind paying a mechanic once a year to put the car on the lift, change the oil & check it out a bit before winter. Yes, I could change the oil myself, but I don't mind having someone who knows these cars well give it a once-over. Cheap insurance.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 367
Likes: 2
From: central massachusetts
my experience as a diy (yes i look around while i am under there too)
m1 0w/40 wal mart $6.50 * 9 = $58.50
hengst e14hd77 filter online $11.00 (six pack purchase)
my time - priceless (right?)
TOTAL $69.50
cut open the oil filter and look for debris too
m1 0w/40 wal mart $6.50 * 9 = $58.50
hengst e14hd77 filter online $11.00 (six pack purchase)
my time - priceless (right?)
TOTAL $69.50
cut open the oil filter and look for debris too
Advanced
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 98
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From: San Jose CA.
I pay about $300 for Oil, filter, air filter, cabin filter, and a few other minors like that. I use Motul 8100 5-40. I should also note he complete cleans interior and exterior of the car as well for that price. I don't have hte setup to do it myself, plus I like to have my guy look over my car, he does a 150 point inspection every time. I pay a lot to maintain my car, and it shows 
Nordschleife Master
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Mooresville, IN (Life Long Cheesehead)
+1 DIY is rewarding
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 110
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From: Olympia, Wa
change my own on all my vehicles, 2-5qt jugs of Motul, around $80 shipped and a filter around $10........I just don't really trust other people working on or touching my vehicles for the most part.
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 324
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From: Rhode Island
My local dealer (Inskip Porsche in RI) charged me a bit over $200.
I was curious about those oil filter conversion kits for sale on places like Flat 6 - what exactly do they do? Do they allow you to use a regular screw-on oil filter vs. the cartridge type of filter? Any downsides to this? Is this a common mod - something I should consider? I was thinking of doing my own oil changes this summer, and if this makes life easier I will definately consider getting one.
Thanks for any info on this!
I was curious about those oil filter conversion kits for sale on places like Flat 6 - what exactly do they do? Do they allow you to use a regular screw-on oil filter vs. the cartridge type of filter? Any downsides to this? Is this a common mod - something I should consider? I was thinking of doing my own oil changes this summer, and if this makes life easier I will definately consider getting one.
Thanks for any info on this!
Racer
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 367
Likes: 2
From: central massachusetts
i don't know about these filter conversions. i find factory canister is easy and cleaner and filter kit comes with new o-ring and drain plug washer. oil change is quite straight forward - definetly give it a go. make sure your pan is large enough, and cut open the filter to have a look.
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Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 734
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From: Kirkland WA USA
$140 = one hour labor (includes filter inspection)
$ 16.50 = Filter
$ 96.75 = Shell Helix 5w40
Plus Wa Tax - Total $277.31
And I am fine with that because I trust my Indy to do a good job and I can talk to the guys who work on it about my concerns, issues what ever and see the interest they take in my 996.
$ 16.50 = Filter
$ 96.75 = Shell Helix 5w40
Plus Wa Tax - Total $277.31
And I am fine with that because I trust my Indy to do a good job and I can talk to the guys who work on it about my concerns, issues what ever and see the interest they take in my 996.
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 110
Likes: 0
From: Olympia, Wa
$140 = one hour labor (includes filter inspection)
$ 16.50 = Filter
$ 96.75 = Shell Helix 5w40
Plus Wa Tax - Total $277.31
And I am fine with that because I trust my Indy to do a good job and I can talk to the guys who work on it about my concerns, issues what ever and see the interest they take in my 996.
$ 16.50 = Filter
$ 96.75 = Shell Helix 5w40
Plus Wa Tax - Total $277.31
And I am fine with that because I trust my Indy to do a good job and I can talk to the guys who work on it about my concerns, issues what ever and see the interest they take in my 996.