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Originally Posted by new128
I'm a little confused by all these threads about finding an alternative oil. Fisher sells an oil change kit (delivered) for $65. If you price an OEM filter and one of the recommended "alternative" oils, it seems to me that Fisher is selling the BMW parts for less than you can buy this items in stores.
Why would you want to bother finding alternates when you can buy the BMW products for less - am I missing something?
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+1. Exactly!
But... some people prefer to use a different oil. I think it is wise just to run what BMW says to use - ie; BMW oil made for them by Castrol.