St Paul Oil Change Services (2024)

FAQs

How much is an oil change in Minnesota? ›

Typically, an oil change in the Twin Cities will range in price from $25 to $50. Of course, when you visit your local Cornerstone Auto Group location, it's easy to save even more by taking advantage of our rotating service specials or pre-paid maintenance plans.

However, engine technology has improved greatly over the years. Due to this, cars can generally go 5,000 to 7,500 miles before needing an oil change. Furthermore, if your vehicle uses synthetic oil, you can drive 10,000 or even 15,000 miles between oil changes.

“While synthetic generally holds up better and can serve for more miles, it is equally important to not extend oil changes beyond the time interval recommended by the manufacturer—typically six months or a year if it is a motor that is not driven many miles or on many short trips.”

A full-service oil change by a professional mechanic can help maintain your vehicle. In addition to replacing dirty oil, this service includes checks on different parts of the car to ensure it's in great shape and to look for any signs of premature damage.

Some drivers are spending upwards of $100 for an oil change, without any add-on repairs. Yelp got more than 30,000 quotes on oil changes. The average price was $66 in the United States, with the range being $39 to $119. WCCO spoke with Rob Stadtler, general manager at Steve's Tire and Auto in Minneapolis.

Typically, an oil and filter change using conventional oil will cost between $35 and $75, depending on your area. If your car requires synthetic oil, you should expect to pay more (anywhere from $65 to $125) but you make up some of the cost, since synthetic oil lasts longer and has to be changed less frequently.

If you wait longer than the manufacturer recommends, your oil will start to deteriorate, get thicker, and eventually lose its ability to maintain a consistent viscosity—eventually turning into a black sludge. This sludge can coat different parts of the engine and clog oil passageways.

Here are some of the potential consequences of delaying or skipping oil changes: Increased Friction and Wear — As engine oil breaks down over time, it loses its ability to provide effective lubrication. This leads to increased friction between moving parts, causing accelerated wear and tear.

You will face many issues if you don't change your engine oil. These include increased wear, worse MPG, overheating, increased emissions, clogged systems, voided warranty, decreased resale value, and potential engine failures. So, there's nothing positive to be gained from putting your oil change off.

In general, though, modern cars can manage 5,000 to 7,500 miles between oil changes. If your vehicle calls for a blended or full synthetic oil, you can push that to 10,000 miles.

How often should I change my oil if I barely drive? ›

Even if you don't drive very often and you're not hitting the recommended mileage interval, it's bestto get your oil changed twice a year. Your oil may be fine, but it's the moisture in your engine that's the real enemy.

Firstly, oil degradation is a primary concern for cars left idle. Over time, oil can oxidize and thicken, losing its capability to flow smoothly throughout the engine. The outcome of this process can be an inefficiently lubricated engine, leading to a higher risk of engine component damage.

That means you need to take both figures into consideration. It would be best thought of as “3 months or 5,000 miles, whichever is sooner”. Regardless of how you track your oil changes, it's vital that you have a new engine oil and oil filter installed at least once per year.

Inspection of Vehicle Fluids: Apart from oil, your vehicle relies on a variety of other fluids to function efficiently. These include transmission fluid, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid. During an oil change, the mechanic often checks these fluids' levels and quality.

AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT

We'll inspect your air filter as part of our free maintenance check – every time you purchase a full service oil change. We can replace your cabin air filter as well.

The price of an oil change can vary widely, depending on a number of factors. However, since the typical range for an oil change is between $35 to $125, a $60 price tag may not be that expensive.

A regular oil change might run around $40-$50.

Oil changes cost money, though they are affordable. Even if you use full synthetic oil, you'll be saving a considerable sum of money in future repairs. Paying these costs now allows you to protect your vehicle and maintain the engine's quality, which makes this service worth the money.

An oil change for a Bugatti Veyron can go upwards of $20,000 – $25,000. The eye-watering cost isn't only tied to the car's complexity; technicians have to remove several panels and parts from the underside to access the 16 oil plugs. Because the Bugatti uses super thick 10W-60 synthetic oil, it takes hours to drain.