Changing your own oil? Great. Crawling around under your car with no clearance? Not so great. That’s why having the right car ramps for oil changes is critical — especially if your car sits low or has an aftermarket front lip.
In this blog, we’ll break down what makes a ramp safe, effective, and actually usable for your next oil change — without turning your garage into a war zone.
Why Not Just Use a Jack?
Floor jacks and stands are fine — but for quick oil changes, ramps are faster, safer, and give you full access without hassle. You don’t have to search for jack points or crawl under with a flashlight.
But not all ramps are created equal. Here’s what actually matters.
What to Look For in Oil Change Ramps
- Low approach angle: Critical for lowered cars or anything with a front lip
- Lift height: 2–3 inches is ideal for drain plug and filter access
- Stability: Lightweight is good, but not if it flexes or slides
- Split design: Lets you remove the rear half and use a jack under the car if needed
SLR Low Profile Ramps for Oil Changes
Our split-style low profile car ramps were designed specifically for lowered cars and track builds — the kind of cars that usually scrape on normal ramps or can’t clear them at all.
Specs:
- Only 2.6" lift height
- Shallow approach for no-scrape use
- Split design for easy jack access if needed
- Lightweight and portable: 8.39 lbs per pair
How to Use Them for Oil Changes
1. Park your car on a flat surface. 2. Align and drive up onto the ramps slowly. 3. Pull the rear half of the ramp out. 4. You now have full access to your oil drain plug and filter. 5. Drain, change, and refill without stress or mess.
For Garage Warriors and Weekend Tuners
Whether you drive a slammed Miata, an E46 track build, or just want a better way to do maintenance at home — these ramps make life easier. You won’t go back to wood blocks again.
Check out the full guide to the best car ramps for oil changes and learn why thousands of drivers have made the switch.
