Confusing Porsche Oil Intervals

[FlyPenFly]

This is for a 2018 718 GTS 2.5 Turbo

Car has 15.8k miles, oil change was done at 13.5k miles a year ago. Car is still under CPO warranty for another 3 years.

First page seems to indicate oil changes are every other year?

Second page however seems to indicate contrary? Or this page only for the first oil change they're recommending it be done in the first year or before 10k miles?

Third page seems to indicate same as first page that oil change is every 2 years or 20k miles?

Just curious what this thinks, I'm going to call the dealer again but getting the run around. An oil change is $500, might go indie but the most reputable Porsche indie is $300 and you have to book more than a month ahead and no service loaner.

 

[JohnnyG]

I think what they're trying to say is that the oils is good for 10,000 miles, BUT other maintenance should be performed at those specified intervals, starting the first year, then you can skip a year on the oil.
If you think that's bad, try deciphering an Audi manual.

 

[The Lube Guy]

The Porsche maintenance schedule provided in the images above detail the intervals for both oil maintenance and other vehicle maintenance tasks.

Oil Maintenance:​

• Regular Interval: Every 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first.
• Maximum Interval: If the mileage isn't reached, perform oil maintenance at least every 1, 3, 5, 7 years, etc. This means the first oil change after one year, then every two years, if the mileage is not reached on a yearly bases.

General Maintenance:​

• Regular Interval: Every 20,000 miles or 2 years, 40,000 miles or 4 years, 60,000 miles or 6 years, etc.
• Maximum Interval: If the mileage isn't reached, maintenance must be performed every 2, 4, 6, 8 years, etc.

Maintenance Tasks:​

Includes checking various components such as tires, brake systems, underbody panels, and performing specific tasks like oil changes, filter replacements, and visual inspections.
The exact tasks and intervals vary based on the vehicle model (e.g., 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman).

 

[JavierH19]

Even if they say 10k intervals I'd do 5k or less just to be on the safe side. Don't imagine it's a daily driver.

 

[FlyPenFly]

I would just do it myself like my other vehicles but getting underneath it is a PITA without expensive low profile lifters. Also, I want the stamped docs for warranty and resale just in case.

 

[BMWTurboDzl]

I want the stamped docs for warranty and resale just in case.

I find the psychology behind sellers who want this rather interesting. Buyers are interested in acquiring one of the worlds premier automobiles yet are simultaneously afraid that it's so unreliable that a lack of documented oil changes will result in a request for a price reduction.

 

[FlyPenFly]

I find the psychology behind sellers who want this rather interesting. Buyers are interested in acquiring one of the worlds premier automobiles yet are simultaneously afraid that it's so unreliable that a lack of documented oil changes will result in a request for a price reduction.

I know when I buy a used car, especially an expensive one, I want as much documentation as possible from reliable sources. Not just for me but for any future owners. I assume other buyers are similar in thought.

 

[Quattro Pete]

This is for a 2018 718 GTS 2.5 Turbo

First page seems to indicate oil changes are every other year?

Second page however seems to indicate contrary? Or this page only for the first oil change they're recommending it be done in the first year or before 10k miles?

Third page seems to indicate same as first page that oil change is every 2 years or 20k miles?

There is "oil maintenance" and there is "maintenance." Looking at the description, "maintenance" includes "oil maintenance", so in effect they are recommending oil/filter change every 10K miles or every 1 year, whichever comes first.

 

[fantastic]

Annually is the general recommendation but I do see the confusion. The manual recommends every 2 years if mileage is not reached. Your call on that.

 

[97prizm]

I find the psychology behind sellers who want this rather interesting. Buyers are interested in acquiring one of the worlds premier automobiles yet are simultaneously afraid that it's so unreliable that a lack of documented oil changes will result in a request for a price reduction.

I've also seen people want this to show that the original owner didn't skimp and put whatever cheap fluids were available in versus what was required.

 

[chris719]

I find the psychology behind sellers who want this rather interesting. Buyers are interested in acquiring one of the worlds premier automobiles yet are simultaneously afraid that it's so unreliable that a lack of documented oil changes will result in a request for a price reduction.

People pay a premium for Rolexes etc. with original papers and box. I think it's the same thing going on here.

 

[FlyPenFly]

There is "oil maintenance" and there is "maintenance." Looking at the description, "maintenance" includes "oil maintenance", so in effect they are recommending oil/filter change every 10K miles or every 1 year, whichever comes first.

Yeah that makes sense, I made an appt.

 

[bigjl]

I find the psychology behind sellers who want this rather interesting. Buyers are interested in acquiring one of the worlds premier automobiles yet are simultaneously afraid that it's so unreliable that a lack of documented oil changes will result in a request for a price reduction.

It’s called buying an expensive car and looking after it.

Ferrari and Porsche owners want to see a fully stamped service record or they won’t pay top money.

Some Franchised Dealers in the UK won’t sell a Used Car without full Dealer History, and hammer the trade in value if you don’t have full Dealer History.

I find the psychology of person who doesn’t understand a reasonable thought process, and who then assumes it’s must be the fault of the person with the different viewpoint.

If you are happy to buy a $100000 or $200000 vehicle with no proof of correct servicing at a proper Dealership then that’s on you.

I would advise against it.

 

[BMWTurboDzl]

It’s called buying an expensive car and looking after it.

It's called added "Feel good". Dealer service doesn't meant the seller didn't add some garbage additive like Ceratec to the car. On utilitarian cars dealer service is it's not as big of a deal.

Ferrari and Porsche owners want to see a fully stamped service record or they won’t pay top money.

I understand that.

Some Franchised Dealers in the UK won’t sell a Used Car without full Dealer History, and hammer the trade in value if you don’t have full Dealer History.

Same in the US but for dealers it doesn't matter whether who performed the service.

If you are happy to buy a $100000 or $200000 vehicle with no proof of correct servicing at a proper Dealership then that’s on you.

I'm just saying proof of dealer service doesn't mean that other forms of servicing aren't correct. We're talking oil changes on low mileage cars.

I find the psychology of person who doesn’t understand a reasonable thought process, and who then assumes it’s must be the fault of the person with the different viewpoint.

I said I find it interesting and never suggested that the thought process of potential buyers was incorrect.

 

[TomYoung]

put the manual away and commit to replacing the oil every 5000 miles or annually.

 

[Zee09]

put the manual away and commit to replacing the oil every 5000 miles or annually.

And DIY...

 

[loneryder]

Can you vacuum the oil on a Porsche?

 

[Yuk]

If you choose to do the work yourself, you can consider doing what I do. Photograph the odometer and the items used for the service. That way you have date stamped proof that the work was done and the lack of a book stamp will be irrelevant.

 

[nicholas]

If you choose to do the work yourself, you can consider doing what I do. Photograph the odometer and the items used for the service. That way you have date stamped proof that the work was done and the lack of a book stamp will be irrelevant.

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That's what I do also......

 

[Vercingetorix]

Can you vacuum the oil on a Porsche?

The Caymans are mid engined with a rear oil fill. It might be possible, but would require a 5 foot ish tube I think.