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Oil Changes

Oil is the most important thing that your engine needs. It is responsible for prolonging the life of internal engine parts, keeping your engine cool, maximizing your engines efficiency and keeping emissions output as low as possible. This is why it is vital to keep fresh, clean oil in your engine on a regular schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are many types of oil that are designed for specific use. At JE Import Performance, we believe in using only the best. This is why we are the largest authorized dealer of Motul oil in Northeast USA.

Additionally, with all of the vendor relationships we have, we can also source nearly any type of oil or fluid that you may want to use in your vehicle if requested.

Types of Oils we stock:

  • Conventional motor oil
  • Synthetic motor oil
  • High mileage motor oil
  • Break in oil
  • Manufacturer specific oil

If you are unsure which type of oil is ideal for your vehicle, then call our expect technicians. We are happy to advise you!

Oil change pricing depends on the type of oil used and the amount of oil your vehicle requires. Some vehicles require much more oil than others so the range can vary greatly. On average though, expect to spend around $35-$125 for varying qualities of synthetic oil change with a filter.

For an exact quote, call our friendly staff for a no-obligation quote.

Modern vehicles, typically built in the last decade, are designed to go longer between oil changes. This can range from 3,000 to 8,000 miles. Older vehicles may require more frequent oil changes, ranging from 3,000 to 5,000 miles to keep up efficiency.

High performance engines may also require a more frequent oil change.

We ALWAYS recommend using your owners manual to identify what the recommended oil change interval for your vehicle is, as well as the recommended oil type.

Your vehicle’s owners manual is the best source of info on “when” you should be having your oil changed.

However, there are some telltale signs that your engine may need fresh oil outlined below.

  • Dash light – Newer vehicles come equipped with oil life monitors that calculate the age/life of the oil currently in the vehicle based on its’ last service.
  • Dash light – Most vehicles also have level sensors that can advise you when your oil level is low.
  • Dark/contaminated oil – If you check your oil dipstick and the color of your oil is dark, this could be a sign that the oil is old and heavily used. Fresh engine oil is more transparent and can be seen as a light brown or amber color.
  • Overheating – Oil helps to lubricate your engines internal parts. When it is low, blocked or dirty, it can result in engine overheating.
  • Grinding or tapping noises – These sounds may be a result of metal on metal contact which means your oil is low, blocked or old/used to the point where is it no longer providing proper lubrication.
  • Fluid under your vehicle or on engine parts points to an oil leak which often mean low oil levels.
  • Blue smoke or a burnt, foul smell from your exhaust points to a failed head gasket. This means your engine is burning oil in the combustion chamber.
  • Honest: We are transparent and will give you straight forward, accurate information about your vehicle. We will never undersell or oversell you services you don’t need.
  • Affordable: We offer competitive rates and a variety of payment options to help you preserve your hard earned money.
  • Trustworthy: You can lean on our decades of automotive repair experience and rest assured that your vehicle is in good hands.
  • Professional: Our certified technicians can guarantee that your vehicle repair will be done right, the first time.

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Baltimore’s Trusted Name in Automotive Service and Performance

For over 25 years, JE Import Performance has been a cornerstone of automotive care in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1998, we set out with a simple mission: to serve the performance needs of local car enthusiasts while providing the kind of dependable, honest service every vehicle owner deserves. Nearly three decades later, that mission has grown into a full-service automotive center.

A One-Stop Shop for Every Vehicle

JE Import Performance operates out of a massive 60,000-square-foot facility equipped with top-of-the-line tools and technology. This scale allows the shop to handle everything under one roof, servicing import, domestic, and European vehicles alike, from daily commuter cars to rare classics to purpose-built race cars.

On the general repair and maintenance side, JE Import Performance covers the full spectrum of what keeps a car running safely and reliably.

Roots in Professional Racing

What sets JE Import Performance apart from a typical repair shop is its deep-rooted history in professional racing. That racing pedigree isn’t a side note, it’s the foundation the business was built on, and it shows in the precision and expertise the team brings to every job, whether it’s a simple oil change or a full engine build. Our shop’s technicians have decades of combined experience building motors for professional drivers across racing series throughout the United States.

That competition-level knowledge translates directly into the shop’s performance service offerings.

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What our customers are saying

“The crew at JE Imports took on my 1995 Toyota Hiace with enthusiasm and bent over backwards to meet my expectations for the completed repairs. I highly recommend JE Import.”

“Great experience ordering a high performance Garrett turbo for my 1999 Jetta TDI with almost 400,000 miles. Chris was very helpful and friendly.”

“Had an excellent experience with the team at JE Import Performance. I have an imported Honda NSX that had some ignition and electrical problems and wouldn’t start. Chris at JEIP set me up with a tow truck and friendly service with only a few hours notice.”

“My stock 2000 MR2 Spyder broke down several years ago and needed a new engine/transmission. I couldn’t find a shop willing to take on the project and was referred to JE Import Performance. This shop totally exceeded my expectations.”

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