GEH737
Member
Hi guys -
I posted this in the tech section as well, but I'd like to get the widest range of opinions.
I've got a 2004 CE Convertible w/ 6 speed. I bought it new, and it has 6,000 miles on it now. I've only had it in the shop once - and that was the 3,000 mile oil change at Jim Rathman Chevrolet in Florida (where I bought it new).
There never has been a problem with the car (and there isn't any now). But... It's five years old and I was wondering what you think I should have them check / replace or inspect besides the oil change itself. I'm going to be having this done in Newnan, GA at the local Chevy dealer - but I'm a little concerned since they don't have a dedicated 'Vette mechanic like they did at Rathman in Florida. That's why I'd like to tell them what I want, rather than leave it up to them.
The only other thing I'm considering is replacing the battery with an Optima (or should I just wait till this one gives me problems - which it hasn't).
Any advice or opinions would be greatly appreciated!
PS, on the tech comments - it's mentioned that I should change my Mobil 1 oil yearly - even though I'm only putting around 1,200 miles per year on it. Being synthetic - I thought that was an advantage - not breaking down over time. Any comments are appreciated!
George
I posted this in the tech section as well, but I'd like to get the widest range of opinions.
I've got a 2004 CE Convertible w/ 6 speed. I bought it new, and it has 6,000 miles on it now. I've only had it in the shop once - and that was the 3,000 mile oil change at Jim Rathman Chevrolet in Florida (where I bought it new).
There never has been a problem with the car (and there isn't any now). But... It's five years old and I was wondering what you think I should have them check / replace or inspect besides the oil change itself. I'm going to be having this done in Newnan, GA at the local Chevy dealer - but I'm a little concerned since they don't have a dedicated 'Vette mechanic like they did at Rathman in Florida. That's why I'd like to tell them what I want, rather than leave it up to them.
The only other thing I'm considering is replacing the battery with an Optima (or should I just wait till this one gives me problems - which it hasn't).
Any advice or opinions would be greatly appreciated!
PS, on the tech comments - it's mentioned that I should change my Mobil 1 oil yearly - even though I'm only putting around 1,200 miles per year on it. Being synthetic - I thought that was an advantage - not breaking down over time. Any comments are appreciated!
George
hnoes is tough on a car, battery, seals, gaskets. rubber hoses, tires etc. The cars are built to driven so go have some fun after the radiator flush.
