on my ls, i can always smell burnt oil when driving. i thought it was the cam seal, so i replaced that, and it helped a little but still smells pretty strong. i had the car on a lift and looked at the oil pan. it was covered in oil all the way around the edge, over the bolts that hold it on. is it more than likely the pan gasket? the car has 185000 miles
thanks a lot

 

I smell the same thing on my Accord. Usually after a long drive, like when i go to and from work. I also need a oil pan gasket.

 

so you think that is what it is?

 

wipe up all the oil..and check where its coming from..but i bet it is your gasket...just change it anyways..its not hard...185,000 ur due for the gasket change