Regular Motor Oil vs. Synthetic

Answer 1

Most European cars come from the factory with synthetic oil since they recommend longer oil change intervals than American car makers.

Here is are some oils recommended specifically for your car:

    
        
            
        
        
            
        
    

2002 VOLVO S40 1.9L 4-cyl Engine Code 29 B4204T3 Turbo

LUBRICANTS & FLUIDS:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Engine Oil                                                      Grade 1......SL                                                  Maximum Performance Signature Series 0W-30 100% Synthetic Motor Oil (SSOQT)                                                  Maximum Performance SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (ASLQT)                                                  Performance Plus XL 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLFQT)                                                  Performance Synthetic 5W30 OE Motor Oil (OEFQT)                                                      Below 86 F......5W-30 [1]                                                                                                                                                    [1] Synthetic SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 oils are recommended for                                                 driving in extreme temperatures (hot or cold), when towing                                                 a trailer over long distances, and when driving in                                                 mountainous areas.                                                  Contact me at 713-301-1872 or [e-mail] to find out how to get these oils in your area at wholesale.