1969 Mercedes Benz 280sl Engine Oil

1969 MERCEDES BENZ 280SL
11,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MALLORYMIL
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What grade engine oil should I be using in my 1969 Mercedes 280SL?
Dec 20, 2009 at 3:03 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Thank you for the donation,

This will depend on where you live and the climate, but for most places except the very cold, use 20W-50 non synth oil.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 20, 2009 at 3:51 PM
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