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“Let’s Just Get It Done Next Week…” — The Cost of Delaying Car Maintenance

“Let’s Just Get It Done Next Week…” — The Cost of Delaying Car Maintenance

 “Let’s Just Get It Done Next Week…” — The Real Cost of Delaying Car Maintenance We get it. Life gets busy. Work deadlines, soccer practice, weekend plans—it’s easy to say, “Let’s just take care of the car next week.” But when it comes to European vehicles, waiting too long can turn a minor service into a major, wallet-draining repair. At European Motor Cars, we’ve seen firsthand how small delays lead to big problems. And trust us, it’s always at the worst time—on a road trip, in a snowstorm, or when you’ve got somewhere important to be. 💸 Small Problems Don’t Stay Small Here’s what we mean: Neglecting oil changes can turn into sludge buildup, turbocharger damage, or even a complete engine failure ... read more

The #1 Maintenance Tip Every European Car Owner Needs to Know: Change Your Oil—And Change It Often

The #1 Maintenance Tip Every European Car Owner Needs to Know: Change Your Oil—And Change It Often

Let’s cut to the chase: If you want your European car to last, run properly, and not saddle you with thousands of dollars in repair bills, there’s one thing you absolutely must do: Change. Your. Oil. ❌ Ignore the Factory Schedule at Your Own Risk We hear it all the time: “The book says every 10,000 or even 15,000 miles—I’m good.” No, you're not. That "book" is written by manufacturers and dealerships that are planning on you trading that car in well before the consequences catch up. They're not designing those maintenance intervals with long-term ownership in mind—they're designing them to sell more cars. So let’s be clear: 💧 Why Oil Is the Lifeblood of Your European Engine Oil lubricates, cools, and protects every moving part inside your engine. As it breaks down ... read more

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