WUdec:
Hi

This is a question for BMW SUV owners or BMW specialists.

I currently use Castrol (aka Castor Oil) for BMW X5 04 but the engine oil is scarce as its original is only available at the head office in VI. I'd like to switch to one that's of the same quality and widely available at different outlets.

So my question is what is the best engine/motor oil to use for the BMW X5 2004 version?

tensazangetsu20:
It's not a must to use castrol. Get another premium brand with the recommended viscosity for your car.

weyreypey:

I am waiting to hear about the premium brand made in Nigeria

tensazangetsu20:

It doesn't have to be made in Nigeria.

WUdec:
Hi

This is a question for BMW SUV owners or BMW specialists.

I currently use Castrol (aka Castor Oil) for BMW X5 04 but the engine oil is scarce as its original is only available at the head office in VI. I'd like to switch to one that's of the same quality and widely available at different outlets.

So my question is what is the best engine/motor oil to use for the BMW X5 2004 version?

tensazangetsu20:
It's not a must to use castrol. Get another premium brand with the recommended viscosity for your car.

weyreypey:

You are looking for trouble. Scarce and unavailable are two different things.

tensazangetsu20:
It's not a must to use castrol. Get another premium brand with the recommended viscosity for your car.

weyreypey:

Ok. You are on track.

dru23:


You must know a lot better than the manufacture o . Kai so the car reccomdation is castrol, so u ignore the manufactures advice abi .. Wow so tell me now if you drive a 70m naira range rover ,would you risk it and ignore the manufactures advice?

tensazangetsu20:

It doesn't have to be made in Nigeria. My uncle drives a BMW and he uses German adler and the car has been fine for 10 years now.

tensazangetsu20:

The brand name does not matter. Castrol could be recommended because of a partnership between BMW and castrol. The recommended viscosity is more important than the brand. A premium brand with the recommended viscosity will do its job.

tensazangetsu20:

The brand name does not matter. Castrol could be recommended because of a partnership between BMW and castrol. The recommended viscosity is more important than the brand. A premium brand with the recommended viscosity will do its job.

dru23:


For now .. Just because your check engine light is on . And the car still drives, does not mean the car is fine. It's a matter of time.. Before the car packs up .. Always follow the cars manufacturer advice.. So in case something happens you can hold them accountable

tensazangetsu20:

Lol even using the low octane rating fuel in Nigeria is enough to get your check engine light on. All high end European cars require premium gas which is not available in Nigeria so

dru23:


That is why does not make sense to buy high end cars in Nigeria.. The fuel only damages the fuel pump.. It is the reason parts dealers are making money ...there is a cause and affect.. So you telling me those cars are running ok ? With low octane.. Never bro, those cars breaks down like mad one way or another.

tensazangetsu20:

The fuel pump gets damaged when you continuously drive your car on low fuel tank. It sucks in rust particles which damages the pump. I have told the OP what to do. I am out.

tensazangetsu20:
It's not a must to use castrol. Get another premium brand with the recommended viscosity for your car.

dru23:


https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.valvoline.com/about-us/faq/general-motor-oil-myths&ved=2ahUKEwissof6opfbAhWOnFkKHfAUDqIQFjALegQIBBAB&usg=AOvVaw1538i_gk3WPGoMd2d2HGPU

WUdec:
@dru

That same castrol you put up for 22500 is what i buy for 14500 at their head office in VI. I asked for a solution and not an overhead

Pls do read the message thoroughly before replying.

Thanks

dru23:


That is why does not make sense to buy high end cars in Nigeria.. The fuel only damages the fuel pump.. It is the reason parts dealers are making money ...there is a cause and affect.. So you telling me those cars are running ok ? With low octane.. Never bro, those cars breaks down like mad one way or another.

WUdec:
@dru

That same castrol you put up for 22500 is what i buy for 14500 at their head office in VI. I asked for a solution and not an overhead

Pls do read the message thoroughly before replying.

Thanks

dru23:


Well do your research well my brother.. Castrol been sold in the Nigeria market is different from the USA spec.. The castrol edge is USA spec.. Now the regular castrol full synethic is the green bottle that most cars can use ,that is also usa spec.. Check the bottle very well ..for BMW and audi and range rover require castrol edge... Google is ur friend.. Supperrescue is an expert on oil , he will be the best person to explain better or better yet read through his post. He explained the difference between castrol made for Nigerian market and the ones made in USA.. Please read it and u will fully understand

WUdec:
@dru

That same castrol you put up for 22500 is what i buy for 14500 at their head office in VI. I asked for a solution and not an overhead

Pls do read the message thoroughly before replying.

Thanks

tensazangetsu20:

It doesn't have to be made in Nigeria. My uncle drives a BMW and he uses German adler and the car has been fine for 10 years now.

WUdec:
Hi

This is a question for BMW SUV owners or BMW specialists.

I currently use Castrol (aka Castor Oil) for BMW X5 04 but the engine oil is scarce as its original is only available at the head office in VI. I'd like to switch to one that's of the same quality and widely available at different outlets.

So my question is what is the best engine/motor oil to use for the BMW X5 2004 version?

tensazangetsu20:
It's not a must to use castrol. Get another premium brand with the recommended viscosity for your car.

dru23:

The first thing they will ask you, did u follow the manufacture advice? Engine oil is not what you play with when it comes to high end cars my brother. This cars are very sensitive o