What oil

[samcash88]

Hi,

I have a 2004 54 plate Leon cupra r, completely standard with 89k miles, what oil would you recommend? The car was recently serviced but by a previous owner and I make a point of doing my cars as soon as I get them!

Will be placing an order next week depending on your recommendation

Thanks in advance, Sam

[oilman]

Hi Sam

The oil you need depends on the service schedule the car is on. If it is on an annual/10k miles service, you need an oil that meets the 502.00 specification. If it's the variable service schedule, you need an oil that meets the 504.00 spec.

502.00 - http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-746-vw-50200-oil.aspx
504.00 - http://www.opieoils.co.uk/c-749-vw-50400-oil.aspx

The 504.00 oils are all good oils, so make your decision based on any brand/price preference you have. With the 502.00 oils, go for a 0w-30, 5w30 or 0w-40 or 5w-40.

Cheers

Tim