My first oil change was at Nissan of Gardena, CA (about $24 bucks). Sure, it took them about 2 hours to do it. I just walked around, shop for some magazines, booze , looked at some of the cars, etc. My second oil change was the 7500 mile checkup, which was comp'ed at Infiniti of South Bay. Third I paid about $40. And now, I got a coupon for $20 dollars, plus the comp'ed me a free detail. I guess I'll use those in about 1K miles.

 

When I would bring my Acura to the local Acura dealer, the reg. oil change was $30. If I brought my own oil and filter they only took off $5.
So I went to Honda and paid $15 for the exact same service.
I plan to follow suit with my G. and go to Nissan for routine services if I need them.

 

I used to all the time. It's more hassle esp having to remove the cover, and drive it on and off ramps. Not worth it to me. Besides, I am an old man and get enough allowance to afford to have someone else do it.

 

Funny thing is, I get free oil changes for life, and don't have to shop around or have to deal with the BS. 7,500 mile premium service, what is that? An oil change and look around the car for signs of what…being driven.