Hello All,
I am excited about being able to exchange valuable info with longtime Lexus owners. I have a few questions about my just purchased preowned 2002 LS 430.
The car has 16,000 miles and drives great. I can see myself holding on to the car for 6-8 years. I dont want to compromise the car's performance and life by trying to skimp out on its maintenance etc.
So my first question is:
Does the car absolutely require premium gasoline?
Is there a big difference in performance and life of the engine if I continue to use synthetic oil over the conventional. Reason I ask, because i normally pay $18 for a conv. oil change, today I tried Jiffy lube because of time issues and wanted to get out right away. Anyways they charge $30 but I was upselled to the super duper synthetic Mobil Oil. (you know the guy really sold the upgrade) So I paid $60 and went with the synthetic. My thought was if after researching if it's better great. I made a good choice if not that will be my last time using the synthetic. So what are your opinions.
How often would you change your oil for conv. and synthetic? ( I was told synthetic can go for 5k while conv. is good for 3k.
Thanks in advance.
BTW The Lexus dealer wanted $105 and I bet that's for a conv. oil change.