Regular oil changes are essential for properly maintaining your Volkswagen. With all that goes into taking care of your engine’s components, it’s important to have the a VW expert change your oil. Here are a few of the benefits of regular oil changes by a VW Specialist.

The Best Motor Oils for a Volkswagen

Oil is what keeps your VW’s engine running smoothly. Due to frequent stop and start traffic, drivers in New York should have their VW's oil changed every 4,000 to 5,000 miles. Your VW technician will be able to recommend the right oil for your vehicle to keep it running efficiently. Typically, you should be able to use synthetic or blended oil. Scheduling frequent oil changes with your VW specialist ensures your engine runs much cleaner and smoother in the long run.

The Convenience of Oil Changes by a VW Specialist

When considering convenience and how much your time is worth, here are some things you might want to take into account.

• Time -Your time is valuable. When you have an independent VW specialist taking care of your oil change, you can drop off your car and pick it up when it’s convenient for you.  
  

• Tools - It takes specialized tools to service your VW’, If the repair facility does not already have them, it may delay your routine service. 
   

• Cost savings - Although the cost varies from shop to shop, you may actually come out ahead by going to an independent repair shop to have a VW specialist change your oil.
  
• Service - Take advantage of the expertise offered by your local VW repair shop. VW specialists know your vehicle better than anyone because it's what they do best. When you get a full-service oil change by a VW technician, your vehicle is being taken care of by technicians with specialized training in the service and repair of your vehicle. During service, your VW specialist will also thoroughly examine your vehicle and make you aware of any impending issues or concerns.

Complementary Services

Many times, a professional oil change by a VW mechanic may offer a combination of additional services, such as a multi-point inspection. Your mechanic will inspect your engine's components to ensure everything is working smoothly and report any issues found to you. They will also usually check your car’s other fluids and top them off for you at no additional charge. 

When you are ready for the next oil change for your VW, contact us. L&M Foreign Cars is conveniently located in Brooklyn and ready to provide the best in service for your vehicle.