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product_id: 177049488
title: "VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT"
brand: "valvoline"
price: "$237"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Valvoline"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/177049488-vr1-racing-sae-20w-50-motor-oil-5-qt
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# 394°F Flash Point 20W-50 SAE Viscosity 2X Zinc Anti-Wear Protection VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT

**Brand:** valvoline
**Price:** $237
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏁 Unleash Vintage Power with Every Drop!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT by valvoline
- **How much does it cost?** $237 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/177049488-vr1-racing-sae-20w-50-motor-oil-5-qt)

## Best For

- valvoline enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted valvoline brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Fuel Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with gasoline and partial alcohol fuels for both track and street use.
- • **Race-Proven High Zinc Formula:** Double the zinc for unbeatable piston, cam, and bearing protection under extreme stress.
- • **Thermal Stability Under Pressure:** Enhanced anti-foaming agents and max resistance to thermal breakdown keep your engine cool and reliable.
- • **Optimized for Classic & Muscle Cars:** Specifically engineered for pushrod and flat-tappet engines, perfect for vintage and high-performance rides.
- • **Horsepower Boosting Friction Modifiers:** Special additives reduce heat and friction, unlocking peak performance at high RPMs.

## Overview

Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil is a legendary, high-zinc conventional oil designed since 1965 for pushrod and flat-tappet engines. It delivers superior anti-wear protection, thermal stability, and horsepower enhancement, making it the go-to choice for classic muscle cars and high-compression motors. Compatible with gasoline and partial alcohol fuels, this 5-quart bottle ensures your engine performs at its peak, whether on the street or the track.

## Description

Until 1965, there was no high-performance racing oil. So we engineered one. Specially designed for pushrod and flat-tappet engines, Valvoline VR1 Conventional Racing Oil includes friction modifiers to boost horsepower at high RPMs. Our exclusive formula features phosphorus and up to 2X more zinc to protect engines from wear in extreme conditions like motor sports. The race-proven motor oil delivers high-load carrying characteristics, enhanced anti-foaming and maximum resistance to thermal degradation, ensuring stability and excellent lubrication in high-compression motors. Compatible with gasoline and partial alcohol fuels in track and street service, VR1 is not recommended for use in vehicles with catalytic converters or in wet clutches. Whether it’s a classic muscle car, a modern high-performance vehicle or a race car, push the limits of what’s possible with Valvoline VR1.

Review: Perfect for old engines! - It's oil with all the right dinosaur juice needed for an old engine designed before the fancy new oils and gas were available. I use it in my 1966 Ford Thunderbird with a 428 FE engine
Review: Great Oil - I have always trusted Valvoline for my hotrods and the price is so much better than the box stores. It has the zinc needed for classic cars.

## Features

- Valvoline VR1 Conventional Racing Oil is formulated with high levels of ZDDP (zinc dialkyldithiophosphate), combining phosphorus and 2X more zinc for superior film strength and extreme anti-wear protection on pistons, cams, and bearings
- Compatible with gasoline and partial alcohol fuels in track and street service
- Enhanced anti-foaming agents and maximum resistance to thermal breakdown help safeguard high-compression motors from extreme stress and engine failure
- Features friction modifiers to boost horsepower and minimize heat for peak performance under pressure
- Valvoline VR1 Racing Motor Oil is the original motorsports and muscle car engine oil with a proven track record since 1965
- Meets or exceeds all requirements of: API SL and all preceding API gasoline categories. High zinc formula. May not be suitable for certain emissions systems

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07ZCQJMR1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #329 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #10 in Motor Oils |
| Brand | Valvoline |
| Brand Name | Valvoline |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car, Truck |
| Container Type | Bottle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 9,251 Reviews |
| Flash Point | 394 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00074130032361 |
| Included Components | Engine Oil |
| Item Type Name | VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Conventional Motor Oil 5 QT |
| Item Weight | 9.7 Pounds |
| Liquid Volume | 5 Quarts |
| Manufacturer | Valvoline |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 881172 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | See Return Policy |
| Package Information | Bottle |
| UPC | 074130032361 |
| Unit Count | 160.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Vehicle Service Type | Car, Truck |
| Viscosity | 20W 50 SAE Grade |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Valvoline
- **Liquid Volume:** 5 Quarts
- **Package Information:** Bottle
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Car, Truck
- **Viscosity:** 20W 50 SAE Grade

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this a full synthetic ?  I notice they sell a black container also.**
A: The silver container is conventional oil and has about 1400 ppm ZDDP. The black container is full synthetic and has about 1200 ppm ZDDP. Both of these oils have exceptional shear/anti wear properties, but the high phosphorus content will foul catalytic converters over time.

**Q: Might be a dumb question but is this oil synthetic? I don't see anything on it that says it is.**
A: This oil is organic.  The Valvoline 20W50 synthetic oil has a black label, and it clearly states "synthetic" on the label.  I use the synthetic in my 1952 MG TD because the oil has high zinc content that is a must for older engines.

**Q: Is the $32.36 price for a case of 6 quarts?**
A: $32.69 plus shipping is the cost for 6 quarts of #211 20w50 racing oil

**Q: The date codes on the bottles are July 2013.  Do you have any oil for sale that is newer?  Say late 2014?**
A: I wont buy a out dated oil... unopened oil has a 2 year shelf life!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for old engines!
*by L***E on January 21, 2026*

It's oil with all the right dinosaur juice needed for an old engine designed before the fancy new oils and gas were available. I use it in my 1966 Ford Thunderbird with a 428 FE engine

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Oil
*by 6***O on January 27, 2026*

I have always trusted Valvoline for my hotrods and the price is so much better than the box stores. It has the zinc needed for classic cars.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ And engine's love
*by R***L on January 8, 2026*

Always great, super pricing. Fast delivery.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT
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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-12*