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Old 12-01-2006, 10:40 AM   #7
z12358
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Originally Posted by ecwfan
I am about to store my car for the winter, but don't think I will get a chance to change the oil. Would it make sense to take the car out every once in a while for a drive if the oil isn't changed?
The consensus is that you're better off preparing it for storage and not driving it at all. Cold starts and running the engine cold are most damaging and should be minimized. I see no reason that this should be different when the oil is not changed.

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