Hi folks! I am new to this site but a life-long Volvo owner. I recently purchased a 2000 S70 with 74K miles. I hope to keep it for a LONG time. I was wondering if anyone has any advice about synthetic oil for this car? Thanks!
KDS

 

absolutely you should use fully synthetic. personally i use Mobil 1 and have never had any problems. also amsoil is a good synthetic. how did you find one with only 74k?? what a deal. if it is turbocharged, i would also recommend you use premium gasoline to help prolong the life of your vehicle. and finally, if you are handy with a wrench i suggest you change to synthetic transmission fluid and synthetic gear oil.

 

Synthetic oil is a lubricant composed of chemical compounds that are artificially using chemically modified components of crude oil rather than whole. Synthetic oil is used as a substitute for refined lubricating oil for use in extreme temperatures, and it generally gives excellent mechanical and chemical properties of those found in traditional mineral oils.

 

i use it, works good

 

Cheap way to keep your engine clean. Change it every 4k-4500 and you shouldnt ever have a lubrication problem.