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2014 SLP Panther Camaro Long-Term Road Test


Our long-term 2014 SLP Panther Camaro gets its first oil change.
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Our long-term 2014 SLP Panther Camaro gets its first oil change.
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I have horror stories from both dealership and local shops. The important thing is to find a place you trust.
Also, it's a shame you have a 2 post lift and all the tools/equipment to do your own oil change and don't use them.
I would love to have a two post lift in my garage!
$120+ is a bit steep for a 20 minute oil change, even with 8 quarts. I disagree that 20 minutes isn't enough time to let the oil drain - a hot car just pulled into the shop will drain all effective oil in a few minutes flat. But that's not exactly top notch oil they put in there, and they get it in bulk discount, so that's a bit steep.
I'd pay $120 for that oil change though if I got a quick car wash and maybe fluid top offs on washer fluid and what not. It's still not cost effective, but the perceived value would be better.
Regarding the two-post lift/DIY: I think you should at least have a few of your more entry-level employees DIY at least once on these vehicles.
Document it, show ease of access to the filter/plug, comment on how easy it is to read oil level afterwards (it's amazing how many modern cars make it a total PITA to get a good read on the actual sump oil level)