cost of oil and filter in 1978
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Originally Posted By: artificialist
My dad told me that during the 70s, M1 oil was $5/quart, so he bought 1 quart and used it in his Honda motorcycle, since the experiment wouldn't be too expensive.
Interesting that even the fanciest M1 oil is not more than $8/quart despite all the inflation.
It was $5.95/quart since it was initially only available retail through the Mobil gas station distribution and limited in supply. As the supply increased, it still got distributed only through the gas stations, but they sold "cash and carry" quarts for $4.95. I think the price pretty much stayed flat for an eternity.
My dad told me that during the 70s, M1 oil was $5/quart, so he bought 1 quart and used it in his Honda motorcycle, since the experiment wouldn't be too expensive.
Interesting that even the fanciest M1 oil is not more than $8/quart despite all the inflation.
It was $5.95/quart since it was initially only available retail through the Mobil gas station distribution and limited in supply. As the supply increased, it still got distributed only through the gas stations, but they sold "cash and carry" quarts for $4.95. I think the price pretty much stayed flat for an eternity.
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Back in 1974 you could buy most brand name oil in the 50-70¢ range per quart at Wal-Mart, and a filter for a buck. $3-$4 for a oil change. About half the amount that the OP mentioned at the beginning of the thread. That is about the same discount for DIY that you see today. The AAP oil and filter specials are usually about $15, and most quick lubes around here charge about $30. You still pay about double for staying clean.
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