HOW LONG WILL AN OIL CHANGE SERVICE TAKE?

Our full-service oil change takes about 15 minutes. Some services like air filter replacement can be performed at the same time as your oil change. Other preventive maintenance services may require an additional 10 to 20 minutes or more.

WHAT IS THE PRICE FOR AN OIL CHANGE?

At Valvoline Instant Oil Change, we strive to deliver great value for your experience with us, by providing high-quality products and customer service. Several factors determine an oil change price: the type of motor oil you choose, the number of quarts required, and any discounts or special offers you have. For specific pricing, please call us at (518) 446-1957.

DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT AT VALVOLINE INSTANT OIL CHANGE℠ Albany?

No appointment is necessary for any of our services at Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany, just stop by!

HOW DO I GET A COPY OF MY VIOC INVOICE OR SEE MY SERVICE HISTORY?

Invoices can be requested by [sending us an email](https://www.vioc.com/contact-us/), chatting with us on our website, or calling us at Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany at (518) 446-1957. Feel free to contact us in whatever way is most convenient. We can email or mail invoices to you based on your preference. Invoice requests may take up to 24 hours to process.

HOW CAN VIOC Albany HELP ME PREPARE MY CAR FOR THE WINTER?

Cold temperatures put extra strain on your vehicle's systems, making seasonal maintenance an important part of your winter prep. Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany offers radiator services, battery checks, and wiper and light checks. Let our expert techs get your vehicle ready for winter roads by visiting Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany today.

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Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Albany

4.1

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Welcome. The ALBANY Valvoline Instant Oil Change is located approximately .25 miles north of Westgate Plaza near the intersection of Central Avenue and Colvin Avenue next to Hannaford Plaza.

Opencloses at 6:00PM

Location Details

924 Central Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

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(518) 446-1957

Communities Served: Albany, Stuyvesant Plaza, Colonie, Roessleville, Loudonville, Rensselear

Hours

Day of the Week	Hours
mon	8:00AM - 6:00PM
tue	8:00AM - 6:00PM
wed	8:00AM - 6:00PM
thu	8:00AM - 6:00PM
fri	8:00AM - 6:00PM
sat	7:30AM - 5:00PM
sun	9:00AM - 4:00PM

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STAY-IN-YOUR-CAR OIL CHANGE IN ABOUT 15 MINUTESNo appointment needed!

SERVICES AT Albany

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Our full-service oil change takes about 15 minutes. Some services like air filter replacement can be performed at the same time as your oil change. Other preventive maintenance services may require an additional 10 to 20 minutes or more.
At Valvoline Instant Oil Change, we strive to deliver great value for your experience with us, by providing high-quality products and customer service. Several factors determine an oil change price: the type of motor oil you choose, the number of quarts required, and any discounts or special offers you have. For specific pricing, please call us at (518) 446-1957.
No appointment is necessary for any of our services at Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany, just stop by!
Invoices can be requested by sending us an email, chatting with us on our website, or calling us at Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany at (518) 446-1957. Feel free to contact us in whatever way is most convenient. We can email or mail invoices to you based on your preference. Invoice requests may take up to 24 hours to process.
Cold temperatures put extra strain on your vehicle's systems, making seasonal maintenance an important part of your winter prep. Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany offers radiator services, battery checks, and wiper and light checks. Let our expert techs get your vehicle ready for winter roads by visiting Valvoline Instant Oil Change Albany today.

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RECENT REVIEWS

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4.1

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Jeffrey B.

4/14/2026

1.0 out of 5.0

So not only did it take me 3 hours to sit in the shop then go get my own oil filter then get told the one I bought that was given to me from autozone wasn’t right one AFTER they did the oil change, the car was a genesis ( I get it it’s a European car ) THEN DECLINE TO WORK ON IT! IF YOU CANT DO IT YOU DONT DO IT. They ripped my bottom plastic oil pan protector off and then couldn’t even put that back on right so now my 80,000 car has been dangling and dragging under and it’s RUINED! So now we are going to call them first thing in the morning and see what their negligence and ignorance is going to cost. Granted I was completely nice the entire time they whined and complained after I waited 45 min to get into the shop then told to get my own filter come back wait another 30 min then sit inside the shop and listen to 5-6 grown men whine about doing oil changes they get paid to do by the time they ruined my car there was about 4 men standing around doing absolutely nothing but acting like kids in highschool. Worst service I ever had at any oil change location will be taking to dealership immediately to repair and redo everything AND VALVOLINE WILL BE PAYING!

Scott A.

4/13/2026

5.0 out of 5.0

Great service at Valvoline Central Ave. They were very busy but worked quickly to complete thorough check and review of services and recommendations.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Thanks for the excellent review! We appreciate you trusting our store on 924 Central Avenue with your oil change service. Keeping vehicles running smoothly is our goal.

Michelle R.

4/13/2026

4.0 out of 5.0

Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Thanks for stopping by our Valvoline Instant Oil Change location in Albany! We’re happy your visit went smoothly—next time, we’ll aim to make it a 5-star oil change experience!

4.7 STAR CUSTOMER RATING

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Valvoline technician greets guest on arrival and checks her in.

Valvoline technician performing oil change service on customer vehicle, complete within 15 minutes.

Valvoline technician replaces wiper blades on guest's truck during their visit to Valvoline.

Valvoline technician inflates customer tire as part of our 18 point maintenance check.

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ABOUT VALVOLINE INSTANT OIL CHANGE Albany

For the quickest oil change near you, drop by your neighborhood Valvoline Instant Oil Change at 924 Central Avenue in Albany, NY. Our friendly staff of professional technicians is here to help with maintenance services that fit your schedule and prices that fit your budget.

Contact your Albany Valvoline Instant Oil Change Today

Make Valvoline Instant Oil Change at 924 Central Avenue your go-to center for affordable maintenance services. On average, you'll save up to 30% to 50% on non-oil change services compared to dealership prices. Get additional service details, including pricing, by contacting us at (518) 446-1957.

Timely Services That Won't Slow You Down

We know you're busy. When you visit our service center, we don't waste our time or yours. Do you need to squeeze in an oil change on a work break in Albany? With our drive-through oil change, you don't have to put off essential maintenance tasks. Our technicians can typically perform a full oil change service in about 15 minutes. As part of your oil change, we'll also perform an 18-point maintenance check of the following:

Air Filter
Automatic transmission fluid
Battery test (at participating locations)
Brake fluid
Cabin air filter (if requested)
Differential fluids (if requested)

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