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Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil 5L $35.93 - Limit 2 (Was $65.99, 45.55% off) @ Supercheap Auto

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Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 Fully Synthetic Engine Oil 5L $35.93 - Limit 2 (Was $65.99, 45.55% off) @ Supercheap Auto
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Chimpus on 01/10/2018 - 09:40 supercheapauto.com.au (1614 clicks)
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Product Description

Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 fully synthetic motor oil is Shells most advanced formulation for high performance engines. Suitable for fuel injected petrol engines as well as turbo charged and intercooled direct injection diesel engines without particulate filters.

Shell Helix Ultra incorporates PurePlus Technology, which is a breakthrough process that converts natural gas into crystal-clear base oil with virtually none of the impurities found in traditional base oil. From a pure clear base oil, Shell add their proprietary active cleansing technology to create a motor oil that keeps your engine closer to factory clean.

The superior characteristics of Shell Helix Ultra mean it is suitable for even the longest OEM recommended drain interval, has lower engine oil top-ups, increased fuel economy and promotes a smoother quieter drive.

Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 Specification

API SN/CF, ACEA A3/B3 A3/B4, VW 502.00/505.00, MB 229.5, (approved), BMW LL-01, Porsche A40, Fiat 9.55535.72 (meets), Renault RN0700/0710, Ferrari (approved), PSA B71 2296. Chrysler MS 10725, MS 12991.

Terms & Conditions

  • Limit 2 per customer per product. While stocks last
  • No rainchecks, store stock only
  • Offer ends 02 Oct 18

For Ozbargainers with vehicles that have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) the Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 5W-30 (5L) Engine Oil $39.59 (was $65.99) [40% off] is also on sale and should be compatible with your vehicles.

Product Description

Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 5W30 is a premium, fully synthetic formulation suitable for the latest petrol and diesel engines, including those fitted with a diesel particulate filters (DPF).

Shell Helix Ultra ECT also features unsurpassed sludge protection no other motor oil can keep your engine closer to factory clean & its low viscosity, low friction formulation can achieve up to 1.7% fuel economy gain.

Meets vehicle manufacturers extended service specifications & has formulations for different fuels, engines & environmental conditions. Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 contains a low evaporation formula for low oil consumption & top-up.

Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 5W-30 Specification

Meets ACEA C3, API SN, BMW LL-04, MB approval 229.51/31, Porsche C30, GM dexos2TM Licence number GB2C0710014, Chrysler MS-11106.

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  • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 09:51
    +1

    Thanks op!

    Will now have 4x 5l and 2x 1l for a car that takes 5.25-5.5l a swap including filter

    That's the next four changes or 80,000kms taken care of! Though I intend to swap closer to 10,000km's a change

  • whtbox on 01/10/2018 - 09:55
    +1

    good deal, but having trouble with checkout on their website at the moment. Anyone else having issues with Payment online?

  • edfoo on 01/10/2018 - 10:01

    Damn, not suitable for my Pajero Sport's turbo diesel with DPF :(

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 10:24
      +2

      I've got a DPF as well. I can swap mine out for $500 so I'm not buying into this low-SAPS argument. Besides, I feel better running a 40 vs a 30. Plus I do alot of high engine speed work.

      What IS killing my DPF (just ran an engine check) is my failed glow plugs and relay. The whole she-bang has failed and it's pumping diesel into the sump because of failed regens. Plus getting up to temp in the morning takes ages.

      Hence new relay and plugs for $210 (being flown in as we speak).

      If anything is going to kill my DPF it won't be a high saps oil!

      • spy on 01/10/2018 - 20:17

        "failed glow plugs and relay" - did you run OBD2 to work this out?

        • kronicmacstigator on 02/10/2018 - 10:39

          Technically not… I hate relying on this (computers). I went through the physical symptoms and diagnosed it as failed glow plugs (very common for my motor). I then ran the OBD2, pulled the error code and confirmed it

          Only out $210+labour to do the lot so I can't complain. That's for six glow plugs and a bosch relay.

          • spy on 02/10/2018 - 22:03

            @kronicmacstigator: Well done mate. Got a Hyundai CRD 2.2L that might need glow plugs I reckon, runs course when pushed and economy not as good as it used to be even after taking the car often of DPF burn off runs. Will run OBD2. Also there's a turbo leak the mechanic said. Dunno how to fix that…

    • Chimpus on 01/10/2018 - 10:30
      +1

      Supercheap are also selling the Helix Ultra ECT C3 5W-30 (5L) Engine Oil $39.59 (was $65.99) [40% off] which is supposed to be suitable for DPF vehicles.

      Product Description

      Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 5W30 is a premium, fully synthetic formulation suitable for the latest petrol and diesel engines, including those fitted with a diesel particulate filters (DPF).

      Shell Helix Ultra ECT also features unsurpassed sludge protection no other motor oil can keep your engine closer to factory clean & its low viscosity, low friction formulation can achieve up to 1.7% fuel economy gain.

      Meets vehicle manufacturers extended service specifications & has formulations for different fuels, engines & environmental conditions. Shell Helix Ultra ECT C3 contains a low evaporation formula for low oil consumption & top-up.

      Specification

      Meets ACEA C3, API SN, BMW LL-04, MB approval 229.51/31, Porsche C30, GM dexos2TM Licence number GB2C0710014, Chrysler MS-11106.

      • edfoo on 01/10/2018 - 11:10
        +1

        Any idea how's Shell Helix compared to other brands e.g. Castrol, Penrite, Nulon for equivalent 5W-30 or 5W-40 oil for diesel engine with DPF?

        • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 11:13
          +1

          I used to be a Penrite fanatic. Been running Total for my Peugeot lately (factory recommended) but did the research and Helix ultra is meant to be the best of the best

        • bryantcw on 01/10/2018 - 11:48
          +2

          I use this for my bmw 320d with dpf….great oil and this is great price…i paid $52 for this will buy another 2…

  • siuol on 01/10/2018 - 10:17
    +2

    Finally this is on sale!

  • maddoglee on 01/10/2018 - 10:29

    How's this compare with Castrol edge??
    Also they don't have 5w-30 in Ultra?? Bummer

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 10:33
      +1

      As others have said, try ECT C3. This DESTROYS Castrol Edge if reviews are anything to go by. Edge is just marketing.

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 11:02
      +1

      on BITOG (bob is the oil guy), Helix ultra consistently gives top used oil analysis results. I use this 5w40 in my Nissan V36, and even after 9k kms when I change it, still a brown colour. Castrol is black before half that interval. I know oil colour isn't the end all, but gives me peace of mind.

      PS thanks OP

    • StonedWizard on 01/10/2018 - 14:54
      +2

      Shell Helix Ultra is top quality oil.

      It's the recommended oil by Ferrari, Maserati, Dodge SRT etc. Same base oil but those manufacturer has a different additive package.

      • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 19:38
        +1

        Amen, even one made for Peugeot but try finding it here

  • Springfield on 01/10/2018 - 11:02

    "low friction formulation can achieve up to 1.7% fuel economy gain"
    Claim: Full synthetic motor oil will increase fuel economy
    Conclusion: Myth
    Test Results: The Sebring with 65,000 miles covered 23.19 miles per gallon on conventional 5W-30 motor oil and 22.74 mpg on a full synthetic motor oil of the same grade — a decrease of 1.97 percent.

    https://www.government-fleet.com/146789/mythbusters-fleet-ed…

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 11:14

      Anyone who spends this kind of coin on engine oil isn't interested in getting a very small percent efficiency change

      • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 11:37

        IMHO $36 for an oil that meets MB229.5 and BMWLL-01 (both some of the highest standards to meet) is a steal!

        • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 11:43

          Of course it's a steal. Even full price I'd begrudgingly buy it. But at this price point it's a no-brainer

        • Diji1 on 01/10/2018 - 12:43

          both some of the highest standards to meet

          Those standards are simply to ensure the oil doesn't damage your car when Mercedes or BMW franchises service them. They aren't hard to meet at all, most oils on the market meet these standards.

  • J5 on 01/10/2018 - 11:15

    Limit of 2 lol like they think they are doing everyone a real bargain

    No one would ever pay full rrp

    It’s on sale for $8 a litre when I can buy penrite everyday for $9 a litre

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 11:26

      For my application I'd much prefer to run the Ultra and in fact only did my research a week ago. Penrite sells nothing I trust for my motor

      • J5 on 01/10/2018 - 16:35

        What exactly are you trusting and in what application ??

        • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 19:39

          I am trusting Shell Helix Ultra 5w-40 in a PSA DT17 lion

  • petersx on 01/10/2018 - 11:27

    Not sure where OP got the specification list for the Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 but some like VW & Fiat seem to be missing.

    Specification: API SN/CF, ACEA A3/B3 A3/B4, VW 502.00/505.00, MB 229.5, (approved), BMW LL-01, Porsche A40, Fiat 9.55535.72 (meets), Renault RN0700/0710, Ferrari (approved), PSA B71 2296. Chrysler MS 10725, MS 12991.

    • Chimpus on 01/10/2018 - 12:32

      Sorry for the confusion, there are two lists of specifications in the deal post (for the Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 and ECT C3 5W30).

      I've edited the Specification headings to make it clearer :)

  • adrian2093 on 01/10/2018 - 11:38

    I normally put Penrite hpr5 into my 06 bk mazda 3. Would this be suitable?

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 11:45
      +2

      Mazda probably specs 5w30 as the ideal for your car. Being an '06 therefore likely you have a few extra kms on this car? I would say this would suit great, and 5w40 would still be within Mazda's factory oil specs anyway.

      • adrian2093 on 01/10/2018 - 11:50
        +1

        Thanks that's what I was thinking
        Hpr5 is also a 5w 40 oil and runs just fine

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 14:02
      +1

      There is more to oil than just weight but it should be very suitable

  • rainy118 on 01/10/2018 - 11:43

    Can I BYO this oil to the service center? any one knows any service center in Sydney that can do the BYO oil change? thanks

  • knasty on 01/10/2018 - 11:47
    +7

    I'm going to fill up my Victa with this for fully sick grass cutting.

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 12:25
      +3

      Careful of the extra HP's bro 🤙

    • edfoo on 01/10/2018 - 13:23
      +1

      I hope you have a ride-on lawnmower.

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 19:40
      +1

      The mower will probably die before the oil

  • wanderingeyesau on 01/10/2018 - 11:57

    Guys, where can I check if this is compatible with my car? is there any website to tell that?

    Also, where in Melbourne can I hire the mechanics who are ready to use my supplied oil and filter, and just charge me for the labor?

    • willister on 01/10/2018 - 12:17

      Check the manual. Few mechanics would do that? Why not change it yourself?

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 12:34
      +1

      Right about here funk soul brother
      https://www.shell.com.au/motorists/oils-lubricants/lubematch…

      • wanderingeyesau on 07/10/2018 - 22:11

        thx mate! 5W-30 it is. Will keep an eye on next sale.

        What is the best way to search for mechanics providing BYO oil & parts and just charging for labor?

        Last time I asked someone if I can provide my oil/filter, guy said yes, sure, but that wouldn't make any price difference. WTF

        • Wizballs on 10/10/2018 - 07:03

          Maybe just call a few local mechanics and see who will help?

  • willister on 01/10/2018 - 12:03
    +1

    Are there any real differences between oils if you change them frequently? I change my own oil on my 2011 Camry (140,000kms now) every 10,000kms or 9 months whichever comes first along with the OEM Denso filter I get from Toyota. So far I've used Castrol Edge 5W-30, Nulon Synthetic (non Euro one) 5W-30 and now Shell Helix HX-7. Any real diffs between those and stuff like Helix Ultra or the exuberant Mobil One?

    The way I see it as long as the engine is well lubed and there is no sludge there would be much of a muchness anyway for everyday driving (not track).

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 12:21

      I think a little difference between brands & quality, but not a whole lot. Check out some used oil analysis on bitog.com

      • willister on 01/10/2018 - 12:35

        Isn't it mostly how hot an engine burns to and the viscosity of the oil? That is, the higher the temp and more viscous the oil is the better?

        • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 12:40
          +3

          There is a whooooole lot of that plus more going on with engine oil. Base oil quality, additive pack, NOACK, TBN, flash point, cleaning capability, wear protection, HTHS, film strength, load carrying capacity. Most importantly - good vibes.

          • willister on 01/10/2018 - 12:48
            +2

            @Wizballs: End of the day it's a Camry……before this I had a 1992 Camry (drove it till 2013 when it wasn't really economical to upkeep it). I used to be lazy and changed every year regardless of mileage and it still ran nicely with no sludge in the end.

    • alexGoodwin on 01/10/2018 - 12:25
      +11

      u could piss in the Toyota Engine, and it'd still run like a champ ;)

      • Worf on 01/10/2018 - 13:29
        +4

        So true… but, their engines are getting more fussy these days. The 2019 Corolla uses 0w-16

        • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 15:17
          +1

          Oil getting thinner all the time….that 0W16 is about as thin as the aforementioned piss that may be used in some engines :)

          • Worf on 01/10/2018 - 17:07

            @Wizballs: deals on 0w-20 oil are scarce. I haven’t even seen 0-16 on the shelves

    • Oz8argain on 01/10/2018 - 12:55
      +1

      Do you call the dealership for the OEM filter?

      • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 13:09

        Funny you mention this…. I use good quality aftermarket oils…..but always run stock filters

        • willister on 01/10/2018 - 13:13

          Good enough to be honest. Made in Thailand Denso crap.

          Also, yes, I just call.

      • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 14:04
        +1

        Not a damn chance. They are cheap crap. I myself run Mann from Germany.

        Find a decent filter and stick with it. OEM are generally a cheap filter at a premium price

        • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 14:21
          +1

          I support good quality aftermarket filters. They should have have anti-drainback as standard which is good. I also recommend trying to find one with a bypass pressure similar to oem specs

      • siuol on 02/10/2018 - 02:41

        Get the Ryco top of the line from Supercheap while it is on sale. Problem solved.

        • Oz8argain on 02/10/2018 - 09:31

          I've never seen it on sale execpt that one time where everything was 20% off. The stock is always empty for my camry filter

          • siuol on 02/10/2018 - 13:49

            @Oz8argain: yeah that's what i meant by sale, I recalled there was some times it went for 25% or 30% off though.

            Toyota engines aint that picky on oil filter, if yours is still taking the "screw-on" type oil filter instead of those new annoying "open the casing, replacing the filter element and the inside O-wing" type, you could try to get one size up and it shouldn't be a problem.

            • Oz8argain on 02/10/2018 - 16:42

              @siuol: mine is the filter element in the casing under the car and requires special adapter to unscrew

  • TRAVELO on 01/10/2018 - 12:33
    +2

    Shell Helix HX7 10W-40 is $24.29 down from $40.49
    https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/shell-helix-hx7-engine-o…

    • DoesntEvenMatter on 01/10/2018 - 12:47
      +4

      Was like $16 a month ago, cleaned out my local

  • DarwinBoy on 01/10/2018 - 13:30

    I have a diesel 4wd. If i run a full synthetic can i increase by time between oil changes? Currently changing oil every 5000km using castrol magnatec.
    I am going to be doing a xmas road trip of about 10000km and thinking of putting one of those long lasting ryco oil filters in amd maybe go a full synthetic just so i dont have to do a change away from home.

    • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 13:33

      Can you do it….sure no probs. Should you do it, dunno???

      • DarwinBoy on 01/10/2018 - 13:39

        Yeah. I really would like to do some oil sample testing and have some certainty but not sure i will have the time now. Just did an oil change yesterday so got about 3 months before my next change right when i plan on road tripping.

        • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 15:49

          Call me someone who likes old fashioned's, but I always chose to run diesel specific oils in two past common rail diesels… an Isuzu (no DPF) and a beta romeo (DPF POS).

          I always found it hard to get oils in the MB229.51 & LL04 specs tho (Merc & BMW diesel specific specs). And therefore I usually ended up with a 10w40 of some variety. 10w40 was never a problem starting in Brisbane temperatures, even though they both recommended 5w to ensure easy starting with common rail. I think a 5w is probably required more so in very cold climates.

          • DarwinBoy on 01/10/2018 - 16:09

            @Wizballs: Its weird for me cause i dont understand how the castrol oils recommended are a diesel magnatec 15w40 and the castrol edge is 5w30. Both differnet oils at different weights. Ive been pretty happy with the magnatec so far but open to trying anything that might be better.

            • Wizballs on 01/10/2018 - 17:15

              @DarwinBoy: What is the recommended service interval? I don't run past that even with synthetic oils…
              I say run something that has decent/required specs and you should be okay

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 14:05

      What is it actually? Some motors love it… others… not so much

      • DarwinBoy on 01/10/2018 - 14:47

        Navara with a yd25.

        • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 19:43

          Hmm… generally oil quality these days (specifically looking at the ultra) determines whether you need to change the oil or not. I can't see the harm in going to a full synthetic. That being said, this thing can move gunk out of a motor so if shit starts leaking it's just revealing existing engine damage.

          You could definitely get away with an extended change

  • Cleremy on 01/10/2018 - 18:11
    +1

    Love a bargain but for those of us with old cars something around the $20 mark would make more sense (eg. Magnatec).

    • kronicmacstigator on 01/10/2018 - 19:44
      +1

      Wouldn't run that if you paid me, made that mistake once. Even the slightly lower Helix is a bargain (but the HX3 is pretty woeful if you ask me)

  • sirrobin on 01/10/2018 - 20:28
    +1

    thanks OP picked it up today for ~ $30 after getting the free $5 for signing up to the club and ~ 70c cashrewards

  • aoeueoa on 01/10/2018 - 21:04

    Getting some problems submitting the order atm. Paypal is giving me "success false sid "payment"" and CC is clearing the details when i submit order.

    • kaizen on 01/10/2018 - 23:14

      same :(
      this was perfect timing too - needed to change oil in the car!

  • fahadjanjua on 02/10/2018 - 14:32

    I have a service coming up in 5Ks.
    I already have a Penrite HPR5 5w-40 in stock but I am tempted by this.
    This is for Toyota Aurion 2008 @ 145Ks at the moment and it is also dual fuel with LPG and Petrol.
    What's the recommendation this or Penrite?

    Regards

    • Peteroz on 02/10/2018 - 19:28

      For Aurion the oil should be 5w-30 or 10w-30.

      • fahadjanjua on 02/10/2018 - 21:56

        Yes, you are right.
        However, these can be run as well confirmed on both Penrite and Shell's website and I have been running HPR5 for 25Ks now (2nd swap at the moment) without any issues.
        Just curious about this oil.

  • ymmf on 02/10/2018 - 16:17

    FYI, Nulon has recently opened oil testing to the public: https://www.engineoiltest.com.au/product/oil-test-kit/

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