As a rule people do not keep receipts unless there is a warranty on the product they purchase. The same comes to the times when a customer receives some kind of service: the receipt is given after it is done, so the person does not think the receipt is necessary.

However it is recommended to save auto service receipts, especially if one takes a very good care about the vehicle, has oil change, tire rotation and other maintenance work done in time. First of all it helps those who have manufacturer warranty. If there is a problem with the car and the owner cannot prove the proper maintenance was done, the warranty might be canceled.

Although the customer might go to the same dealership all the time and knows the data is kept in the computer, the loss of data or dealership closeouts happen. These are the times when a file with old receipts will become really handy.

Another reason for keeping the receipts is that proper care increases the value of the vehicle. In case the owner decides to sell it, the proper maintenance receipts will be a reason for higher price.