The Masterpiece in Oils.

Castrol Classic oils are now being reproduced using the original formulas. These oils are what your vintage vehicle was designed to use. They are small batch, high zinc, premium lubricants designed specifically for classic vehicles.

Castrol Classic Oil is a favourite among classic car owners, thanks to its wide range of benefits for both you and your vehicle.

THE BENEFITS OF CHOOSING CASTROL CLASSIC OIL

Superior engine protection and performance: 

Castrol Classic Oil doesn’t just protect - it ensures heritage engines run smoothly. With carefully selected base oils and enhanced combustion characteristics, it improves lubrication, reduces friction, and delivers a quieter, more refined drive.

Anti-wear additives:

These additives provide an extra layer of protection. If the oil film between moving parts breaks down, they help prevent metal-to-metal contact and avoid potentially irreparable engine damage.

Corrosion inhibitors:

Specially formulated to combat rust, these inhibitors protect engine components from corrosion caused by acid and water vapour build-up during combustion.

Dispersant additives:

These prevent soot, wear metals, and combustion by-products from settling in the sump or other engine areas. This helps avoid the formation of sludge that can block filters and oil passages.

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WHY USE CASTROL CLASSIC OIL FOR CLASSIC CARS

While the allure of a classic car's design and craftsmanship can be breathtaking for classic car enthusiasts, maintaining these masterpieces in their original form is an ongoing labour of love.

One of the most crucial steps in the care routine of any classic car is the choice of oil – ensuring that the lifeblood of its
engine is as authentic and compatible as the history it carries.

Castrol began producing transmission fluids in 1906, and has been advancing in motor technology ever since. During this time, many formulations have been tweaked and improved, so Castrol really does know what works with different engines. 

Castrol Classic Oil is the best choice for classic car care, the benefits it offers for classic engines and other elements that you need to consider when maintaining any classic car.

UNDERSTANDING THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF CLASSIC ENGINES

Classic car engines were often designed using simpler constructions and dated technologies.

The needs of these classic engines are vastly different from the engines of today's vehicles. Lubrication, or the lack thereof, can mean the difference between an engine that runs well and one that doesn’t.

Modern oils need to meet specific criteria regarding fuel emission, extended drain intervals and after-market exhaust treatment systems. As a result, they are generally thinner and are fully synthetic, making them increasingly incompatible with older heritage engines.

Therefore, choosing the right oil for imported and domestic classic cars is essential for the engine to remain in peak running condition, and to ensure maximum protection against wear.

Things you should know about your oils...

  • Why use Specialty Lubricants in Older Vehicles?

    Oil formulations required for modern vehicles are very different from those needed for older vehicles. Oils for modern engines comply with the latest API ratings and specific ACEA and OEM specifications.....

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  • A Deep Dive into Choosing the Right Oils.

    Inadequate detergent can result in gums and lacquers clinging to the hotter engine components, and blocking oil galleries – but too much detergent can cause a build-up of metallic ash in the combustion chambers and piston crowns.

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  • And... an even deeper dive!

    When it comes to maintaining the integrity and performance of your classic car, choosing the right oil is crucial. Now available in the USA, we are proud to present the Castrol Classic Oils range—expertly formulated to meet the unique demands of classic vehicles, ensuring they run as smoothly and efficiently as the day they were built.

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