Limit of 2 per customer.
No rainchecks.
Its liquid engineering designed for the demands of engines produced after 1995.
Castrol GTX 20W-50 is recommended for the engines of the following passenger cars and light commercial vehicles:
* Unleaded petrol with or without catalytic converters.
* Fuel injected engines.
* Reconditioned petrol engines.
Unless you have a leak, no. You can buy it and give to your mechanic to use at the next service if you really want to.
Don't put 20w50 in a "newer car".
or Castrol GTX…
oh my lord, how can people ask that
your car either has a dipstick or a dash oil level monitor
and you need to check what oil grade you car needs
SMH
Well, as much as people think they don't need to top up on a newer car, some brand new cars tent to consume oil in that 'bedding' in phase (I use the term 'bedding in' loosely, as all modern engines are built to tolerances where bedding in isn't really required). It doesn't happen very much anymore but everyone should get into the habit of checking their engine oil level on a weekly basis and topping up as required.
Also (as mentioned), 20w50 is probably too thick at both ends of the spectrum for a modern engine. Something like 10w40 would be more appropriate (check your handbook for recommended oil).
I usually provide my own oil at services. The default oil they give you is Magnatec which is crap. Then they charge you about the same price as a Semi / Fully Synthetic oil lol.
Dealership service centres will also have Fully Synthetic oils under the dealership brand e.g. Toyota / Honda / Audi etc. However they are usually rebranded from one of the larger brands such as Shell. Again they charge you an arm and a leg, best to buy your own oil and give it to them.
They won't have an issue with it, as long as it meets the standards set out in your user manual for the car.
I used to use Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5-30W but have switched to Shell Helix Ultra 5-30W because it was on sale LOL
A cheaper oil used twice as often is better than something more expensive used with longer intervals IMHO.
Also, if you own a car outside warranty period and are a man, you really should be servicing the car completely yourself. If you are a woman, and do this, MARRY ME!
I also provide my own oil now. Last time a mechanic supplied the oil for my VW it was $99 for 5 litres. I can get the same thing much cheaper elsewhere.
That said, I supply most of the parts for my car when servicing. I could do the servicing myself, but don't have the time to stuff around. My car is so low to the ground, just getting underneath it is a huge effort.
$99 for 5 litres is a ripoff unless it includes labour and filter, then you may justify it.
Actually the same oil cost $80 at super cheap etc. Meets the vw504 standard.
I have since found another that meets the same standard for $60 for 5 litres, cheaper when it comes on special.
@jimmej: I'd prefer to stick to the same oils for the vehicles that come in from the manufacturer, especially if the vehicles are relatively new (<5 year old). After you run out of warranty choose the closest match (5-10year). After 15+ years just go for mineral oils (15W-40 or 20W-50 available for for $15-20) in the market.
@Iplau
Why do you say Magnatec is crap? I've switched to Magnatec from the usual semi-syn stuff (Magnatec costs a bit more comparatively as well) and found it to be brilliant. Albeit I'm using it on an older car.
Personally I think its decent as it meets a number of standards that exist. I don't think its actual 'magnetic' properties is something worth raving about though.
Not sure if its cheaper or more expensive, but the Shell Semi-Synth 10w40 (that was also on sale not long ago at 40% off) is my 'bang for buck' pick of oil for modern road cars (based on standards met or exceeded).
Nice, just ran out so perfect timing!
I feel like the bargain gods read my mind or are watching over me.
Ask, and ye shall receive son.
as per advice above " check your handbook for recommended oil".
This oil "is as thick as some" :)
and very good price for the right car.
Ozbargain Targaryen?
Lol, the eggs never hatched.
Ozbargain is my life now.
Yes
I won't use 20W-50 unless it's at least a 15-year old car. I typically wait out for 10W40 or 5W-30 Synthetic stuff to be on special. Currently awaiting 10W-40 Syn sale and have switched to my wife's car as the mine is due for service and she doesn't drive much.
Question for the folks. If I get my car serviced at every 6-12 months would I need this?
Do you ever need to top up a newer car? Etc