Buying new - Need advise

[AutoXRacer]

I talked to my mechanic today, he basically said exactly what you just did AutoXRacer. Just drive it like I normally would drive it. He went on and told me about how the pistons need to create a solid ring seal from the start, explaining how all of it worked. He basically finished off by saying that if I drive with a heavy foot usually, don't drive like grandma for a month when I get it, only to come back to him complaining that it's not performing as well as it should when I get back into my regular driving habits. Just drive it like normal... He did also tell me to not use synthetic for a few thousand miles though, that it's too slick on a new engine. Also told me I should probably change the oil like a week after I get it, that way all those metal particles and whatever other crap that gets in there is filtered out. Is this all correct info? I know the guy is knowledgeable in what he does, I'm just wondering how others feel about it. Also too, do you guys change your own oil? Is it a total hassle compared to just taking it down to Jiffy Lube?

I don't agree with the synthetic comment that you should wait for a few thousand miles before using synthetic... Why would Porsche, Corvettes, Ferrari, etc...use synthetics on new cars? I changed my oil (engine and tranny) at 1K miles to synthetic...no problems, no issues. Synthetics still let engines wear...they just offer more protection, longer life, and better lubrication. The engine will be fully broken in at 500-1000 miles.

I would never take a car I own and plan to keep for a while to a lube place. I've seen too many people loose an oil filter and blowing their engine, incorrect oil, messy jobs, etc...

I would change my own oil if you are mechanically inclined and enjoy that type of stuff. But even the dealers are known to make mistakes and do crappy jobs. I trust no mechanic!!!! (no)
Plus, if you plan on synthetics, lube/dealer places charge you an arm and a leg!!!!

 

[Hyun]

Please dont take your speed to jiffy lube. I agree with Nhluhr and your old enough to make such a decision. Is speed worth the sacrifice? That's up to you to decide, i personally chose speed and i do regret from time to time because with the money im paying for car payments and insurance, i can really take time off and go on a adventure!

 

[mdavis]

not to mention tires, premium gas, mods (i cant resist).....

 

[Nachtsturm]

Pay invoice or less, allways be prepared to walk away regardless.

 

[Seyda]

You guys are awesome, I really appreciate all of this! You've all really given me a lot to think about here... Most importantly of course, wanting to make sure that I don't be financially irresponsible and get myself tied down into the endless circle of having high monthly bills (car payments, insurance, gas, exc) and having to work my ass (and youth) off paying those bills off, month after month after month. Getting caught in that vicious circle wouldn't particularly allow me very much time for anything else in life...

I know I can afford it, but you all make very valid points nonetheless. I'll run all the scenarios in my head again, think about everything without the "damn that car is freakin' awesome!" mentality, see what I come up with.

Thanks guys