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    Hi,
    Just purchased a VW Golf Sport 2.0 ltr 2003.

    It has done 215000 klms and I have worked out that specs recommend 5W 30 engine oil.

    Should I stick to that spec or move to another due to the high klms, also can I put synthetic oil in or do I need to be cautious on what I use.

    There is no service book with the car so I am replacing timing belt/ water pump and giving it a service so at least I have a starting point with servicing etc.

    Many thanks.

  • #2
    Penrite HPR5 is what I'd recommend.

    They tend to drink the 5W30.
    '07 Transporter 1.9 TDI
    '01 Beetle 2.0

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    • #3
      Tbh I have been using 5w30 for the last 70k and I have never experienced excess consumption. I'm at 210k now, but I might try 5w40 next time.

      Castrol 5w30 is always on sale for such a cheap price.
      Last edited by Sirocco20348; 10-05-2017, 07:58 PM.

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      • #4
        I used to run my ex-wife's one on 504/507, because free at the time.

        It wouldn't get to 15K, without needing a litre or so to top it up. That was a relatively low-mileage car, too. However, it was mostly highway driving.
        '07 Transporter 1.9 TDI
        '01 Beetle 2.0

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        • #5
          Oh sorry I didn't read closely, this thread is a 2ltr golf. I was referring to the GTI and I changed oil every 10k at the max.

          Sent from my SM-T710 using Tapatalk

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          • #6
            Thanks All,

            I ended up purchasing 5w30 Shell Helix HX8. The guys at the auto shop suggested that I increase the weight to 10w40,due to the klms it has done, so I will try the 5w30 and keep an eye on the usage. Thank you for your input.

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            • #7
              ^ Thats exactly what I am doing. HX8 is $45 at vw502/505 approved. Mine is on 173k
              | 2016 VW Golf R 7 | DSG | Pure White | Leather | Sunroof | Driver Assist | JB4 |
              | 2003 VW Golf SE | Auto | Silver | Sunroof |
              | 2010 VW Golf R 6 | Manual | Leather | ACC | 19s | Black Pack | GIAC Stage 2+ |

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              • #8
                All seems good with the HX8 since putting it in. Penrite Enviro 5w40 was on special the other day so purchased 5 ltrs for next service, hopefully it might quieten down noisy lifter.

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