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Changing the oil in your car is easy and can save you a significant amount of money over time. Most manufacturers suggest an oil change every three thousand miles. Many quick oil change businesses will charge up to $50 for this service. If you have the proper tools, you can change your oil in about twenty minutes for under $15.

First, review your owner’s manual to find the quantity and grade of oil to use. Once you have this information then gather the necessary tools and supplies. Continue reading ‘How to Do an Oil Change’ »

There are certain cars that always manage to inspire a kind of cult devotion, regardless of how they may change or alter over the years. Owners may change, manufacturing may change location, but the basic principles and style of the car largely remain. A particular car that springs to mind when imagining this kind of ceaseless popularity would be the MINI. Ever since the company were taken over by BMW, many purists of the original MINI have turned their noses up and have ceased their affection for this wonderful little car. I, however, would not consider myself one of this contingent.

The car that gave birth to the term ‘supermini’ (now common parlance to describe a small hatchback) has developed and evolved far beyond the humble beginnings it once enjoyed. It has now become more of a fashion item or status symbol. If you own a MINI you are considered to be a man or woman of class and style. Continue reading ‘Used MINI – A New Look For a Cult Car’ »