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    What oil

    Hi lads what is the best engine oil to use on a bmw e34 520i.
    Thanks in advance.

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    For that engine semi synthetic Castrol Magnatec 10W40 is very good.I've used it for years.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bayerische View Post
    For that engine semi synthetic Castrol Magnatec 10W40 is very good.I've used it for years.
    Thanks....

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    I would say any decent brand 10w40 semi (BMW LL01/4) is sufficient on that engine - the change interval is more important....

    I used Liqui-Moly on my old E34 (Otto used to stock it).
    Current Daily: 2008 Lexus GS300 Sport F/L
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    Quote Originally Posted by Big H View Post
    I would say any decent brand 10w40 semi (BMW LL01/4) is sufficient on that engine - the change interval is more important....

    I used Liqui-Moly on my old E34 (Otto used to stock it).
    Thanks big h

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