rpm's S2

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.

RF5BPilot

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.

morganabowen

My indy charges $140 or if I bring the oil and filter, he charges $40 He is a real decent guy and I have been going to him for 15 years

vange_c4s

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

cpepper95129

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

Sneaky Pete

+1 DIY is rewarding

fivepointnine

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.

wyovino

Is that Motul 300 5w 40?

fivepointnine

8100 xcess 5w40 from turner motorsports, 300 is a bit more

Steve2112

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!

vange_c4s

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.

Gonzo911

$185 at my Indy. I hate Dealers.

tedfromohio

I paid $175 today at a local independant.

Jacks911

$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.

fivepointnine

which indy? Aker's or Chris's?