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How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 11:20pm On May 29, 2017 |
This post isn't about money but about a defacto issue. It's coming against the backdrop of the cry of several people about how expensive it is to maintain a Range Rover, Range Rover Sport or Discoveries. Each vehicle comes with a recommendation for all fluids the vehicle uses...... There are acceptable ranges and also most use as stated in the manual. We also are aware of the fact that getting fluids as recommended are more difficult because they are more expensive. I would like simple posts like: Car Model: Service interval: Engine oil used: Quantity: Cost of oil filter: Cars gurus will give inputs as per correctness and how genuine the parts maybe. Cc: Gazzuzz, kingreign, sooperrescue, egunmogaji 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by kingreign(m): 11:29pm On May 29, 2017 |
Its gonna be an interesting topic. Pls, start first ![]() |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 11:39pm On May 29, 2017 |
I'm not a typical driver and my truck is not typical. She sits there all pretty for 2-3 months and then I drive her for 2-3 weeks. I use Total oil something 5000 and 20W50, I'm sure that's not the recommended weight but what previous owner fed her and I thought it best not to change her diet. I bring over the oil filter from the US as well as other stuff like brake pads, other filters, etc 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 11:43pm On May 29, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: But I believe you are going to do a turn around maintenance ![]() |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 11:44pm On May 29, 2017 |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by FEGEITOK: 12:36am On May 30, 2017 |
Car Model:............Mazda MPV 2000 2.5L V6 LX Service interval:....15,000 miles once or twice I have extended it to 18,000 miles Engine oil used:.....Mobil 1 5w30 Extended Performance Synthetic Motor Oil-1 Quart (Pack of 6) @ $60 excluding shipping and clearing Quantity:..............6L Cost of oil filter:....$10 excluding shipping and clearing Type of Oil Filter:..Bosch D3410 DistancePlus High Performance Oil Filter ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: In effect I change my oil in about a year or a year and a half, and I have followed this procedure for several years. In the last two years, I do the change myself, in previous years, I depended on external professional help. I have in effect ignored Manufacturer Service Recommendations with respect to mileage and time, but so far no issues. I race the vehicle and travel a lot so I don't joke with the oil At $1= N400, $70 dollars equals N28,000.00 divided by 12, so excluding shipping and clearing, I spend a little over N2,300.00 per month on oil and oil filter 6 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 1:02am On May 30, 2017 |
LeJeun3: For sure. The brake system is next. All new front calipers, master brake cylinder and rear cylinders. Stopping now seems to be like stopping a boat with an anchor. Then I'll move onto suspension. Will change all rubber bits and do a 4" body lift. Also need spacers for the wheels, I need the tires to be speaking to the "okere ibadans" ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 7:02am On May 30, 2017 |
EgunMogaji: I trust you! Would suggest rather than give the truck 4" suspension lift, since you be getting spacers you probably Should go straight up to change rims to 16 or 17" then putting the largest tires you can find. |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 7:17am On May 30, 2017 |
FEGEITOK: I noticed you successfully modified the service interval to suit your need thereby staying within limits yet safe guarding your pocket. Cheers.. . . The cost would have been slightly up if logistics and clearing were included. . . For some People you already spending to much on a Mazda ![]() |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 8:34am On May 30, 2017 |
LeJeun3: This month I purchased 4 brand new Firestone 265/70R16" tires so I'm good on the tires. Bigger tires equals higher weight too. I forge through a small river to get to my site so I need to keep the water away from the cabin.
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Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by nurey(m): 10:32am On May 30, 2017 |
Car Model: Toyota sienna 2000 Service interval:6months or 8000km Engine oil used:MRS 5W40 (13,000) Quantity:5L Cost of oil filter:1500 i start with 3.5L first after 3months, i add the remaining 1.5L as the oil reduces around that time. the highest mileage i have covered is around 7xxxkm within the months my average mileage is around 6xxx. Been using the oil for 3years now, car still steams in the morning, engine takes AC power good and fuel economy close to manufacturer specs. I service my car myself I change my gear oil every 2years Texamatic 7045e dextron 3 (4k for 4litres) changed last in september 2016 I change my coolant every two years too Total coolant 450naira for 1L use about 5L changed last in september 2016 3 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by LeJeun3: 12:10pm On May 30, 2017 |
nurey: Weldone. . . . Any reason for the departure from spec (oil). I also calculated you spend around 15K more than the 6K that some Nigerians feel is right. ![]() |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by nurey(m): 12:37pm On May 30, 2017 |
LeJeun3: The spec oil is 5w30 since i couldnt lay my hands on it i opted for the cheapest closest which was MRS 5w40, total and forte oil were selling theirs before recession at 8500 and 7500 respectively for 4litres i opted for MRS 5L for 6500 after recession the thing don sky rocket. The most important thing is the first number before the W ![]() I spend a total of around 30k a year on servicing, even now some people spend less than 15k a year i have seen 20w50 oil for around 1900 for 4litres after recession, i just wonder what kind of adin-agbon (coconut oil) ![]() 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by FEGEITOK: 7:10pm On May 31, 2017 |
LeJeun3: Even after accounting for that I don't spend more than an average of N6,000.00 per month |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Alitair(m): 7:22am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Following jejely. No body should come and hit me o. I just came back from a technologically advanced mechanic shop. 1 Like |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by samlak1999: 7:26am On Jun 01, 2017 |
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Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 7:27am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Buy a new car and you don't have to worry about maintenance cost atleast for two years because most car manufacturing coys give that as free package. Sell off the car after 5yrs, buy another new one and the cycle continues. Most cars don't give stress until after 5yrs. Do this and have peace of mind with automobile. 4 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by teejarny(m): 8:00am On Jun 01, 2017 |
I use a Toyota corolla sport 2004 model. I use mobil super 20w_50 oil. Cost is #4,700 naira. Also a 1,500 oil filter. I service my car every five months and I run an average of 1000km a month. Before servicing I will notice that the oil level is low almost getting to the minimum mark. Am always worried that the engine is 'shorten oil' by 5months usage. But my Alfa jimoh mechanic will tell me there is nothing wrong with my engine. It gives me a cool sound and brings out condensed steam from the exhaust on a cold morning. Fellows, what advice do you have for me? |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by kaymart: 8:09am On Jun 01, 2017 |
teejarny:no advice for u, jus proceed to Alfa jimoh. 2 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 8:30am On Jun 01, 2017 |
teejarny: 5 months is a long time and u shouldn't allow the oil get the minimum mark before servicing. I use a 2007 Corolla and I service every 3 months. It helps keep the engine in very good condition. 4 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by lonelydora: 8:36am On Jun 01, 2017 |
No fixed amount in particular. Depends on what I want to replace |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by amb962(m): 8:39am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Car Model: Honda Pilot 2004 V6 3.5 litre engine Service interval: Engine oil used: Mobil 1 5W30 Quantity: 6 litres (N16,600) Cost of oil filter: N1,800 (can't remember exact amount) Bought my car in March 2017 and did the servicing immediately. Manufacturers approved oil is 5W20 but its not available in Nigeria. my mechanic says i will do the maintenance again in October after 6months. He says i will only have to service it again if i travel on a very long distance i.e east and back to Lagos. |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Abudu2000(m): 8:40am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Uu |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by lonelydora: 8:41am On Jun 01, 2017 |
SirJeffry: Please do you stay in Nigeria? 4 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by teejarny(m): 8:42am On Jun 01, 2017 |
[OK sir. Thanks for your advice. I was also wandering to that I must be over using the engine and not servicing it on time. Sir, is my choice of engine oil good for my car. Mobil.] 5 months is a long time and u shouldn't allow the oil get the minimum mark before servicing. I use a 2007 Corolla and I service every 3 months. It helps keep the engine in very good condition. [/quote] |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by symbianDON(m): 8:55am On Jun 01, 2017 |
car: 2007 Honda Accord service interval: 3,000 miles oil type used: genuine honda synthetic blend 5w20 engine oil (N3,500/qt) quantity used : 4.2litres so I buy 5 packs I used the regular oil filter. besides other minor maintenance, I make a budget of N20,000 each time I service the car. |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Ewedegubbler: 9:00am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Car Make.. Mercedes E400 Cabriolet Year.. 2014 service interval: Just did my first Service after it hit 30k Service cost.. $0 Warranty. 120k or 6 years whichever comes first Where i live you dont pay for oil, or anything during those warranty years, I dont even know what the engine looks like Now this is how car ownership should look like.... Close to stress free except the Insurance premiums.. 2 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by iamDaisy(f): 9:09am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Like 40,000 a year, don't really take notice of the work that is done, i just go there, drop the car and pick it up hours later. How much is appropriate for Toyota camry aka spider 2008 model? |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by samkay12(m): 9:20am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Very good thread this; Unlike some of the trash I see here on NL I'd like to know what labor costs are incurred too; We don't really do DIY on our cars in 9ja do we?? And cost of tires too.. Following.. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 9:36am On Jun 01, 2017 |
Retiredflirt: It depends on the kind of oil used. For his case yes 5 months is too long as he uses 20w50 oil but if u use recommended synthetic oil then changing every 3 months is waste of money. I use 5w20 for my Honda and change after 5,000 miles or 8 months whichever comes first. 2 Likes |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by Nobody: 9:42am On Jun 01, 2017 |
amb962: Actually I use 05 pilot and the manual says when the car is used for traveling then u don't need to change the oil often, just normal maintenance. But if what u do most is short distance, stop and go traffic, driving in dusty environ then follow severe maintenance schedule which is when u will change ur oil more often. So bro the more u travel with the car the longer the time u need to change the oil. |
Re: How Much Do You Spend On Your Car's Scheduled Maintenance? by bravolad(m): 9:45am On Jun 01, 2017 |
1. Model: Lexus RX330 (AWD) Year: 2004 Service Interval: 5000 miles (I usually achieve this mileage in 7 to 8 months Oil: 5w-30 Toyota synthetic oil Price: ₦3500 per litre (₦17,500) Quantity: 5 Oil Filter: ₦3000 (briscoe) Sometimes, I service it my self but at other times, I get a professional to do it. 2. Model: Toyota Camry Year: 2011 Service interval: 5000 (this is driven more often, so I get it the mileage in 4 to 5 months Oil: 0w-20 (Toyota synthetic oil) Price: ₦3500 each (₦17,500) Quantity: 4 and a half litres Oil filter: ₦3000 (briscoe) Same conditions above apply here. 2 Likes |
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