I'm a newbie here, I've searched the archives and haven't found anything about this oil.
I have a MY99 E300, I'd like to use a MB spec 229.5 oil. I've been using M1 0W-40 cause it was suitable for all our cars, now I'm thinking of using this new 229.51 spec oil.
My basic question is, what would be better. 5W-40 ESP Formula M, or take the time to go find Devlac 5W-40, which I haven't any in my local area (19610 zip code). I'll admit I haven't looked too hard for Devlac. I can get any mobil oil (that the MB dealer sells) for 5.95 a quart.
I have a MY99 E300, I'd like to use a MB spec 229.5 oil. I've been using M1 0W-40 cause it was suitable for all our cars, now I'm thinking of using this new 229.51 spec oil.
My basic question is, what would be better. 5W-40 ESP Formula M, or take the time to go find Devlac 5W-40, which I haven't any in my local area (19610 zip code). I'll admit I haven't looked too hard for Devlac. I can get any mobil oil (that the MB dealer sells) for 5.95 a quart.