Bought a 2009 Recently, should I change the oil?

j.arnaldo

How dark an oil looks is not an accurate way of determining if it's "fresh" or not. Time, driving conditions, temperature and type of engine are the critical elements. I agree with AK on the fact that, even though it just sat there for 9 months, it doesn't necessarily mean you have to have it changed. BUT, for peace-of-mind's sake, I would do it, just to be on the safe side. Motor oil tends to get dark rather quickly, simply 'cause it's doing its job, so go by the 4 elements I mentioned earlier. Greetings, daleks.