software for logging in repairs & expenses

[bznupe30]

Does anyone out there know of any programs that allow you to keep track of all the things you do to your car? oil change, gas, any & all repairs, just about any expenses that you have for your car. It should let you keep track of a couple of cars & be able to tell you your cost per mile!


Thanks

[Capt Kirk]

A simple spreadsheet does great

[Aaron]

Microsoft Works has a "vehicle maintenance log" function. I don't use it, I keep everything in spiral bound notebooks.

In all my cars, I have a notebook and keep everything in chronological order including fuel stops. In the back I keep notes of such things as part numbers of items. This has really been handy on my Euro car, because finding the right part is a challenge some times. Once I've gone through the pain of getting the right part, I simply record the number in the book for next time.

If you insist on having vehicle maintenance software, I'll be surpriesed if there's not something available. Do an internet search and see what you find. If there's absolutely nothing out there let me know. I might be interested in putting together a VB App based on my logbook method if there's a market.

Have a great day,

[ricali]

Larry

Is there a real big difference in a US and a Euro car as far as finding parts go?

ricali,

Yes there can be a problem with some parts. The best thing to do is always have your VIN, and motor number available when seeking parts. Many parts are the same, but some of the differences will sometimes surprise you.

Good luck,

[MikeTangas]

I use a simple Excel sheet, which consists of three pages. One page tracks fuel consumption, graphs mileage and cost per gallon on a chart, and keeps a running track of average MPG. The next page tracks and tallies all costs of maintenance (parts, labor etc), plus part numbers for future reference, and links to the first page to keep a running overall cost per mile. Third page simply keeps a log of work done, date and mileage. Nothing fancy.