Thanks David iam out for lunch in chelmsford and thought I would get the oil and filter for the gtv got to pick the car up later it's having a new window module fitted and they said they would drop the oil out for me . I couldn't remember the grade oil so thanks for that ! Good old forum lol.
Personally I wouldn't use a 0W oil in anything because hot performance is ALWAYS compromised to get down to the cold 0W rating and a pour point of -60degC...
I use 10W40 (Selenia 20k),as detailed in the workshop manual, can't see a problem in mixing brands of oil so long as the spec is the same (10W40). The 10W60 oil is primarily used for sportier performance.
Agree with David, it'll mix up and there won't be any problem. You'll just have wasted the extra few pounds the 10w60 has cost for no real benefit (although I doubt there is any benefit in running the higher grade unless you really are using the car on a track).
I always use Castrol Magnatec, have done in many different cars over the years and it seems to do a good job for a reasonable price (especially as it can be picked up cheaply in bigger Asda/ Tescos).
All modern oils mix, it just depends on your pocket, I prefere synthetic, just change it every 6-12 thousand miles, depending on how you drive and be careful with the sump plug and fit new washer. Then all will be good in the world.:cheese:
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