![]() ![]() And, on BMWs specifically, oftentimes these cheap filters will compress around the centerpiece making it harder for an inexperienced tech to notice that they just threw away a critical component part necessary for performing your next oil change correctly. And how is an untrained employee with no prior automotive experience, expected to recognize this BMW specific part integral to feeding oil into your engine? This is a perfect example of why rushing through oil services can endanger your car’s health. That is… until the check engine light comes on. Then, the new filter goes back in without the integral plastic insert, and you the vehicle owner never notices a thing. This key part is responsible for feeding oil directly to your vital engine components. ![]() Unfortunately these guys are trained to focus on the speed of the service they are performing over the quality of the work.įor example, one of the most often seen issues on BMWs is the oil filter cap assembly plastic inserts being inadvertently discarded. Now we know that a 5-minute drive-by oil change shop on your way to work may seem tempting, but improperly performed oil changes by unskilled laborers is another huge area of concern that most drivers don't think twice about. Over the years, we’ve seen major engine issues develop due to oil services being performed improperly by inexperienced non-euro "lube" technicians in a rush to meet their quota. What to lookout for when going to a Speedy / Quick Stop Oil Change Shop In short, unskilled labor endangers your car’s health. At least, the savvy ones do… Makes sense that we regularly get vehicles towed in from these service centers who have gotten in over their heads claiming they could perform a service or repair that is WAY over their level of understanding. They may even turn down some oil changes if it will take them too long or if they are uncertain of how to do the service. So, while these shops do serve a purpose, they are not for your high-performance vehicle. We also find that they are incentivized to sell you services that you do not need and they may even try to cover up damage that they inflict on your vehicle. They typically employ new hires and require no prior automotive experience. ![]() Have you ever wondered what exactly a Speedy / Quick Stop Oil Change Shop? And, do they hire certified automotive technicians? While their uniforms may lead you to believe you are dealing with a professional automotive technician, in our experience, they often aren't. ![]() What is a Speedy / Quick Stop Oil Change Shop? If that’s not enough to keep you away, read on to learn the nitty-gritty about why if you’re a Euro driver, you should avoid your local Speedy / Quick Stop Oil Change Shop. And finally, for customers looking to extend the timing between oil changes, or save time or money at quick drive-by oil change shops, understand that opting for the quick-fix on your high-performance vehicle can (and often does) end up costing you more in the long run. Next up, these service centers are installing cheap parts and using low-end fluids, which can and often does lead to serious engine issues. So when it comes to quickie oil changes at a discount price, you should be suspicious and ask “what’s the catch?”įor starters, these inexperienced entry-level technicians can inadvertently damage your vehicle. At TMJ Bimmers, we have seen first hand how the Risks of a Cheap Oil Change do not payout in the long-run. ![]()
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