Oil changes are one of the most important services your vehicle will ever need — yet many drivers still trust quick lube chains like Great Canadian Oil Change, Jiffy Lube, or Mr. Lube to handle it. They promise speed, they promise convenience. What they don’t promise is value, expertise, or thorough service.

At MSA Ford in Abbotsford, we see firsthand what happens after quick lube visits — and the truth is simple: quick lube shops are often more expensive and do far less for your vehicle.

Quick Lube vs. MSA Ford

Quick Lube Is Built for Speed — Not for Your Car! Quick lube shops are designed to push vehicles through as fast as possible. That means rushed service, minimal inspections, inexperienced staff, aggressive upselling. The low price on the sign rarely reflects what you actually pay. By the time “recommended” add-ons are included, many customers end up paying more than they would at a Ford dealership — for far less expertise.

Yes — MSA Ford Is Often Cheaper! This surprises a lot of people when you compare the oil quality, the level of inspection, the technician training, and the recall and warranty checks. Quick lube shops charge premium prices for basic service. MSA Ford is often the better price — and always the better value, not just speed.

Real Mechanics vs. Entry-Level Technicians

At MSA Ford, your vehicle is worked on by factory-trained Ford technicians — licensed mechanics who understand Ford vehicles inside and out. Quick lube shops typically use entry-level employees, limited task-based training, and no manufacturer certification. These technicians are trained to perform one task quickly – not to identify developing issues, follow manufacturer procedures, or protect your vehicle long-term.

“Warranty Approved” Is a Marketing Line — Not a Recommendation

Quick lube chains love to say they’re “warranty approved.” That phrase sounds reassuring, but it doesn’t mean much. Here’s the reality:

• Most manufacturers do not recommend quick lube facilities
• “Warranty approved” usually only means the oil meets minimum specs, and they do not use Ford filters
• It does not mean the work meets manufacturer service standards
• It does not mean trained mechanics performed the work

Using the right oil alone doesn’t protect your vehicle — proper procedures and inspections do.

Recalls and Warranty Issues Get Missed at Quick Lube Shops

This is a big one! When you service your vehicle at MSA Ford, we automatically check for:

• Outstanding safety recalls
• Open warranty repairs
• Known Ford issues and service bulletins

If something is covered under warranty, it’s noted or fixed. If a recall applies, it’s addressed.

Quick lube shops cannot do this. They don’t have access to manufacturer systems, and they cannot perform recall or warranty work — meaning serious safety or warranty issues WILL go completely unnoticed.

A Ford Oil Change Is More Than an Oil Change

At MSA Ford, every oil change includes a comprehensive multi-point inspection, performed by technicians trained to spot problems early. We check:

• Brakes, suspension, and steering
• Fluids, belts, and hoses
• Tires, battery condition, and warning indicators

This isn’t possible in a rushed, high-volume quick lube environment. Quick lube shops may feel convenient — but they’re often more expensive, less thorough, staffed by non-mechanics, focused on speed not vehicle health.

At MSA Ford in Abbotsford, you get:

• Factory-trained Ford technicians
• Recall and warranty checks every visit
• Proper inspections and documentation
• Genuine Ford parts and approved fluids
• Pricing that’s often less than quick lube chains

If you’re paying dealership prices anyway, you might as well get dealership-level service. Book your next oil change with MSA Ford in Abbotsford, BC — and stop paying more for less.