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I have a strong belief that they are faking factory filters. I had a VW filter bought off of Amazon that torn easily in my hand (cartridge style). Fortunately it didn't fail catastrophically like the OP's filter did.

I probably would have at one time, but most of my rentals have been for work where I flew in and used the rental for a week or so. So no real need or opportunity. However, over time I began to realize that the rental companies absolutely do not care. As long as the car is outwardly undamaged...

My wife is a VW person to her bones. Since we've been together she has had 3 Beetles (1998, 2003, 2013 current), 2 Tiguans, and her current Atlas. All three Beetles have been pretty good considering the beating they have taken. The Atlas has been excellent. The Tiguans were first generation...

Lots of good advice here. So I'll throw my 2 cent in as well. As a previous owner of two CRVs and having family (aunt and MIL) with RAV4s, I will say this, the RAV4 is the most reliable, least fun car to drive. The CRV is a close second on both points. Doubt you can go wrong with either.

You really can't go wrong with either. I might give the Amsoil a leg up on extended drains, but would avoid those during warranty period.

BTW - Welcome! Lots of knowledgeable folks and tons of info.

I think the risk is there in every retail scenario. I read recently of a member here buying oil at Walmart, and finding the bottle filled with used oil. Slamazon can be similar. If you're questioning it, see if you can find a similar batch at an auto parts store to compare. You'll probably...

It certainly looks crusty! I believe some filters may have a production code that has a date code in them. You might be able to find something by that, but even if you find this to be an old filter, that doesn't mean it wasn't changed. I'm afraid this rabbit hole could go very deep.

Like brages, I'm no AC guy. But in my limited experience, when low side and high side equalize pressure, that's when a compressor is suspect. I suspect something further down the line.

Maybe its my old eyes, but could this be wear instead of deposits? Almost looks like cavitation. Could this be minor LSPI?

This is a good education for the rest of us. Much appreciation to the original poster and those that responded.

Will only know if the buyer cracks one open and see's the green. And verifies the that sweet Gummy Bear smell. :ROFLMAO:

RA is a discount parts house for a reason. I've had issues, but I'd say 66% of the time I get what I ordered and it works. Rarely I get something at an incredible deal and it far exceeds my expectations: - I got a clearance deal on Hella bulbs for my CRV. It was chewing the Sylvania bulbs up...

What about a compact SUV? A Chevy Trax or the like wouldn't offend the HOA and be close to what you want. Maybe a bit higher on the load floor.

Just an opinion but Stellantis had one car line that they rode hard until discontinuing: the Challenger and Charger cars. Fun cars to look at and to drive. I wonder who the executive is that said: "Hey, lets discontinue those models and offer a Fiat based CUV. We'll put giant paddle shifter in...

I don't know these vans very well, but it seems from friends that have them, that the supply of them is limited enough to drive prices up but they aren't very reliable and long lived. A good friend had a NV200 bought new and with very low mileage when it was totaled in an accident. He eventually...

Seems like all of the brands have rust issues except for the aluminum Fords. Nature of the beast when the road crews are applying salt, calcium chloride and brine to the road surfaces. Probably the lease vehicles get the worst of the brunt because the drivers are less likely to wash them, not at...

I spend a moment when I return the car to un-pair my device from the head unit. I can't tell you how many phones I've seen in rentals, sometimes displaying a shocking amount of info.

This method has never let me down. It works and it clears out all the junk. Just have to keep a very close eye on the master cylinder fluid level.

I thought Mevotech's premium lines were made in Canada? Hmmm. Good to know.