Advice From Forum Members on Oil Change - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

kirkandorules · 10-20-2017, 10:16 AM

986 is probably the easiest oil change I've ever done, the only reason it's more expensive is because it uses a ton of oil. I wouldn't worry about any specialized knowledge the dealer may have.

What type of oil is this shop using?

kk2002s · 10-20-2017, 10:23 AM

DIY cost getting Mobil 1 0-40 from Wal-mart around $65-$70 (10 qrt oil and Napa Filter)

So it comes down to what type of oil their using