Other than the hit to your pocketbook, there is nothing wrong with changing oil often after the break-in period - change it every 500 miles if it makes you feel better. That said, most modern oils will last 5000 miles or more, so 3000 is on the conservative side. If you are still under warranty, stick to the schedule (IIRC, 3750 miles). If your car is a garage queen and doesn't get driven much, you may want to go to a time-based schedule (eg, every 9 months).
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