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viellen ([personal profile] viellen) wrote in [community profile] davis_square2005-08-29 12:06 pm
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I know this question has been asked, and I'm so sorry to be repetitious, but I can't find the answer in the past 80 entries and this community has no memories :(

I'm looking to get an oil change for the first time since I've moved to Davis in a '99 Sub. Legacy. I have a $5 off coupon for the Valvoline place on Washington, but I'm wondering if you guys have recommendations for a cheap but reputable place...or even just a place that has consistently given you great service. Thanks for the help!
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[identity profile] canongrrl.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 04:59 pm (UTC)(link)
ideal engine is right in the square and very very good

[identity profile] overstim.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 05:36 pm (UTC)(link)
Ive always had lousy service at jiffylube, and always had great service at Valvoline.
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[personal profile] viellen 2005-08-29 08:31 pm (UTC)(link)
Yea, I ended up going to Valvoline...they're pricey but really professional--and quick.

I thought Jeeps were too rugged to need servicing, can't those things just oil themselves? ;)

[identity profile] overstim.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 10:42 pm (UTC)(link)
well supposedly but, I want to be that guy with a 20 year old jeep,. so i do what I must :) as it is, only needs to be changed every 7500, which is nice.

[identity profile] dougo.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 05:52 pm (UTC)(link)
Hillside Auto Repair (http://www.hillsideauto.com/), the Texaco in Magoun Square (583 Broadway, corner of Cedar, across from Trum Field). They're very professional, friendly, and helpful.

[identity profile] rdcf.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 07:46 pm (UTC)(link)
I second the Hillside Auto Repair recommendation!

[identity profile] joylewis.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 07:55 pm (UTC)(link)
I swear by Munro on Washington in Union Sq. I've been going there for years and they've never pressured me to buy or do anything else when I go for an oil change, but they certainly check hoses and tires and brakes and everything. Fitz, the owner, will say: "I think you've got about 6 months left on your front tires." Or, "You should start to think about replacing this belt in the next 2500 miles or so." When he gets quotes he tells me if he thinks I can get a better price somewhere else.

Good deal.
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[personal profile] viellen 2005-08-29 08:29 pm (UTC)(link)
Ooo, cool...always good to know where the few-and-far-between honest mechanics are, thanks :)

[identity profile] ellf.livejournal.com 2006-03-05 07:08 pm (UTC)(link)
This is twice in a weekend that your advice has been helpful. Thanks again! :)

[identity profile] joylewis.livejournal.com 2006-03-05 07:31 pm (UTC)(link)
Glad to help. :)

[identity profile] protogeek.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 08:25 pm (UTC)(link)
I was happy with the Valvoline on Mass Ave between Porter and Alewife. I'm actually going there tonight, they're open til 7 on weekdays and it's first-come, first-served.

[identity profile] protogeek.livejournal.com 2005-08-29 08:27 pm (UTC)(link)
I should have also mentioned, if you are looking for excellent general mechanics, Good News Garage (near Central Sq) is run by one of the CarTalk guys, I always got straight talk and excellent service there (though you generally have to leave your car there all day, even just for an oil change).
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[personal profile] viellen 2005-08-29 08:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Cool, thanks...I don't need one right now, but I'm adding this post to my memories for that oh-so-certain future breakdown :)

[identity profile] treacle-well.livejournal.com 2005-08-30 12:31 am (UTC)(link)
I have no recommendation for a place, but I suggest staying away from the Jiffy Lube on Mystic Ave.
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