I want to change my own oil on my new car for a variety of reasons.

What I’m worried about is the fact that my carfax record won’t have oil change records, making it seem like I’m not taking good care of it. Will the resale value be potentially affected?

Is this a genuine concern or am I overthinking it? I will maintain a log book and records of oil purchased, but I’m not sure if that holds the same weight as it being on the carfax.

FWIW it’s part of Hyundai’s performance line (Elantra N) so I suspect people will take extra close look at maintenance of it.

Thank you!

  • DustyDecent@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I just write everything I do in a book in the glovebox. Example: 10/16/23 Chainged Oil and filter, topped trans fluid 11/02/23 replaced all sparkplugs (NGK Irridium)

    That way, there’s a history. My last professional oil change was almost 40k miles ago but I’ve changed it so many times after that it’s good to have a log.