If there's one thing that we can safely say here at Charles Barker Preowned, it's that we about every vehicle that comes into our service center as though it were one of our own. That's why we're dedicated to keeping you informed regarding everything from simple maintenance to more complex car care and everything in between.

Today, we'd like to discuss a problem that plagues many drivers: Oil and filters. Knowing when to change both of these things is crucial to the lifespan of your vehicle, and lucky for you, checking them is easy as can be. In fact, checking them only takes minutes. To check your oil, simply pop your vehicles hood, and lift the dipstick out of the oil tank. This will give you a reading of your car's oil level, and it can even provide you with some valuable knowledge about what condition your oil is in.

More specifically, you might notice that your oil is bubbly or foamy in its consistency, has a milky texture and flow, or smells a lot like gasoline. If any of these describe your vehicle's oil, then it may be time for a new filter.

If that is indeed the case, then feel free to contact us online or by phone at (866) 939-5150, so that we can arrange a time for you to come in and get your vehicle looked at. Our team can diagnose any problem and find a fix to implement.

Of course, if you're still in the need for a quality used car, you can always pay us a  visit at 3252 Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23452 today. We carry a wide range of pre-owned vehicles from top automakers like Chevrolet, Toyota, and Nissan, and we can easily set up a test drive for you at your next convenience.