1978 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Engine Oil

Your 1978 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Engine Oil you desperately need.

We currently carry 10 Engine Oil to choose from for your 1978 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, and our inventory prices range from as little as $6.99 up to $65.99.

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Engine Oil for Your 1978 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

Mobil 1 – 10W-30 High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart (Part No.14995)

10W-30 High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart

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$38.99
Give your higher mileage engine the care it deserves with Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 10W-30. This formula utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness to vehicles with over 75,000 miles. Mobil 1 High Mileage motor oil extends engine life by reducing friction and preventing deposits and sludge buildup, keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1) Mobil 1 helps to keep your engine running at lower temperatures (2) and is proven to cool engine temperatures by over 10%. (3) Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 10W-30 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks, including those with high-performance, turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, or fuel-injected engines. Mobil 1 is America’s No. 1 selling synthetic motor oil brand at retail, (4) trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR®. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Compared to conventional oil. (3) Based on proprietary engine testing¿results may vary. (4) Source: The NPD Group/ Retail Tracking Service/ Dollar Sales/ PCMO full-synthetic/ 52 weeks ending Feb 25, 2023)

Product Features:
  • Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 10W-30 is designed for engines with over 75,000 miles to go up to 10,000 miles between oil changes.(1)
  • Utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness
  • Meets ILSAC GF-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
  • Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees F) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees F)
  • Mobil 1 is specially formulated to help remove sludge and lower engine temperatures
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 120770
  • Extended Engine Life: This motor oil extends engine life by reducing friction and preventing deposits and sludge buildup, keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes.
  • Temperature Control: Mobil 1 helps to keep your engine running at lower temperatures and is proven to cool engine temperatures by over 10%, compared to conventional oil.
  • Oxidation Control: The formula helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown, ensuring long-lasting performance and protection for modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks.
  • Trusted Brand: Mobil 1 is America’s No. 1 synthetic motor oil brand at retail, trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR«.
  • Trusted Brand: Mobil 1 is America’s No. 1 synthetic motor oil brand at retail, trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR®.
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Shell – T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Gallon (Part No.550045130)

T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Gallon

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$29.99
Shell Rotella® T5 advanced synthetic blend heavy duty engine oil with Triple Protection Plus technology uses synthetic base oils plus advanced additive technology to provide protection against wear, deposits and oil breakdown.

Product Features:
  • Better fuel economy
  • Better low temperature flow
  • Provides excellent wear protection, which keeps engines running longer
  • Better cold cranking properties and better low temperature pumpability than conventional 15W-40, it reaches critical engine parts faster in colder temperatures to minimize wear and makes hard work easier in harsh climates
  • Extended drain capabilities (1)
  • Reduced hard water scale
  • Reduced overall coolant and cooling component maintenance
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Pennzoil – Platinum 10W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart (Part No.550046205)

Platinum 10W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 5 Quart

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$37.99
Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 10W-30 motor oil is uniquely engineered from our revolutionary PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology, which is a patented process that converts pure natural gas into a high quality, full synthetic base oil. Our high-quality base oil is 99.5% pure, contains fewer impurities than base oils made from crude oil, and when combined with our advanced additive technology creates one of the best formulations in our Pennzoil portfolio. Modern engine technologies have evolved over the years and today’s engine parts have reached an unprecedented level of fine manufacturing tolerances which require a high-quality engine oil to help provide complete engine protection. This includes protection against abnormal combustion phenomenon like low-speed pre-ignition observed in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines. Our Pennzoil Full Synthetic products are engineered for modern engines and offer the following benefits without compromise. Better Fuel Economy. With Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic motor oil, you can drive on average an extra 550 miles vs a dirty engine. Protects Horsepower. Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil helps protect against loss of power by helping to protect your engine against wear and deposit formation. Unsurpassed Wear Protection. When it comes to protecting the internal parts of your engine from metal-on-metal contact, no other leading synthetic motor oil provides better wear protection than Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil. Excellent Temperature Performance. When exposed to extreme cold temperatures, Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic motor oil flows faster, meaning that the motor oil travels quickly to lubricate the various engine parts.

Product Features:
  • Provides better fuel economy-drive on average an extra 550 miles per year (versus a dirty engine)
  • Pennzoil Platinum 10W-30 keeps pistons up to 45% cleaner than the toughest industry standard (Based on Sequence IIIH results)
  • No other leading synthetic oil provides better wear protection from friction (Based on Sequence IVA wear test using SAE 5W-30)
  • Formulated to provide faster low-temperature oil flow and protection in extreme heat
  • Helps protect engines from loss of power
  • Formulated for modern turbocharged engines-GF-6, API SP/SP-Resource Conserving and all previous categories
  • Revolutionary PurePlus Technology: Engineered from Pennzoil’s patented PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology, converting pure natural gas into high-quality, full synthetic base oil that is 99.5% pure.
  • Superior Wear Protection: Offers unsurpassed protection against metal-on-metal contact, ensuring the internal parts of your engine are well-protected from wear and deposit formation.
  • Engine Protection for Modern Technologies: Specially designed to protect against low-speed pre-ignition in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines, providing complete engine protection.
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Pennzoil – Platinum 10W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil, 1 Quart (Part No.550022687)

Platinum 10W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil, 1 Quart

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$11.49
Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic SAE 10W-30 motor oil is uniquely engineered from our revolutionary PurePlus gas-to-liquid technology, which is a patented process that converts pure natural gas into a high quality, full synthetic base oil. Our high-quality base oil is 99.5% pure, contains fewer impurities than base oils made from crude oil, and when combined with our advanced additive technology creates one of the best formulations in our Pennzoil portfolio. Modern engine technologies have evolved over the years and today’s engine parts have reached an unprecedented level of fine manufacturing tolerances which require a high-quality engine oil to help provide complete engine protection. This includes protection against abnormal combustion phenomenon like low-speed pre-ignition observed in modern turbocharged gasoline direct injection (TGDI) engines.

Product Features:
  • Provides better fuel economy-drive on average an extra 550 miles per year (versus a dirty engine)
  • Pennzoil platinum 10w-30 keeps pistons up to 45% cleaner than the toughest industry standard (based on sequence iiih results)
  • No other leading synthetic oil provides better wear protection from friction (based on sequence iva wear test using sae 5w-30)
  • Formulated to provide faster low-temperature oil flow and protection in extreme heat
  • Helps protect engines from loss of power
  • Formulated for modern turbocharged engines-gf-6, api sp/sp-resource conserving and all previous categories
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Shell – T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 2.5 Gallon (Part No.550045132)

T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 2.5 Gallon

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$65.99
Shell Rotella® T5 advanced synthetic blend heavy duty engine oil with Triple Protection Plus technology uses synthetic base oils plus advanced additive technology to provide protection against wear, deposits and oil breakdown.

Product Features:
  • Better fuel economy (1)
  • Better low temperature flow
  • Provides excellent wear protection, which keeps engines running longer
  • Better cold cranking properties and better low temperature pumpability than conventional 15W-40, it reaches critical engine parts faster in colder temperatures to minimize wear and makes hard work easier in harsh climates
  • Extended drain capabilities (1)
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Quaker State – 10W-30 Conventional Motor Oil, Reduces Engine Wear and Sludge, 5 Quart (Part No.550044962)

10W-30 Conventional Motor Oil, Reduces Engine Wear and Sludge, 5 Quart

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$27.99
Quaker State 10W-30 conventional motor oil helps engines survive daily commutes from high-speed highway operation to repetitive, stop-and-go driving. It maintains the required viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal protection. Quaker State Motor Oil combats engine sludge and deposits, providing rust protection from harmful acids generated by engine contaminants. It reduces engine wear, providing durable wear protection. Quaker State 10W-30 Motor Oil meets or exceeds the following OEM requirements: Chrysler MS-6395; GM 6094M. It exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SP and all previous categories; ILSAC GF-6a and all previous ILSAC standards. For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Quaker State Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual.

Product Features:
  • Conventional 10W-30 that provides durable wear protection and reduces engine wear
  • Provides corrosion protection against harmful acids generated by engine contaminants
  • Maintains viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal oil film protection
  • Helps engines survive daily commutes from high-speed highway operation to repetitive, stop-and-go driving
  • Combats engine sludge and deposits
  • Formulated to exceed industry specifications: ILSAC GF-6A, API SP/SP-Resource Conserving and all previous categories
  • Meets OEM requirements: GM 6094M, Chrysler MS-6395
  • Formerly known as Quaker State Advanced Durability 10W-30 motor oil
  • Rust Protection: Provides rust protection from harmful acids generated by engine contaminants, safeguarding your engine’s internal components.
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Quaker State – Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 5 Quart (Part No.550046201)

Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 5 Quart

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$35.99
Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 motor oil delivers strong engine performance and protection against deposits between oil changes. It’s designed to protect today’s sophisticated engines, including modern turbocharged engines. Quaker State Full Synthetic motor oil is the best of the Quaker State portfolio. It can be used in both new and older vehicles, especially high performance vehicles such as sports cars, SUVs, trucks, and minivans. Additionally, Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 is compatible with biofuels ranging from E10 to E85 and is suitable for hybrid engines. It provides high resistance to oxidation, keeping the oil fresher for longer, and it reduces friction to maximize horsepower in your vehicle (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils). It exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SP-Resource Conserving and all previous categories; ILSAC GF-6a and all previous ILSAC Standards. Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 motor oil meets the specifications for: Chrysler MS-6395; GM 6094M. For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Quaker State Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual.

Product Features:
  • Full synthetic 10W-30 motor oil provides strong engine performance and protection against deposits between oil changes
  • Provides improved fuel economy (based on the latest industry standard)
  • Designed to provide more performance with superior lubrication flow and pumpability at high and low temperatures (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils).
  • Formulated with high resistance to oxidation, keeping the oil fresher for longer.
  • Reduces friction to maximize horsepower (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils)
  • Maintains required viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal protection
  • Suitable for all car, SUV, light van, truck gasoline and turbocharged engines; under all driving conditions.
  • Compatible with biofuels ranging from E10 to E85 and suitable for hybrid vehicles.
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Shell – T4 Triple Protection 10W-30 Conventional Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Gallon (Part No.550045144)

T4 Triple Protection 10W-30 Conventional Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Gallon

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$25.99
Improved technology. Same hard work Shell Rotella® T4 Triple Protection® Heavy Duty Engine Oil builds upon the heritage of Triple Protection® you have come to depend on. Today, it¿s more advanced than ever, designed to provide hard working protection that adapts to driving conditions.

Product Features:
  • Provides Triple Protection® against wear, deposits and oil breakdown for most heavy-duty engines
  • Conventional Diesel Engine Oil formulated with advanced additive technology for enhanced deposit protection to help keep engines cleaner over the oil drain interval
  • Provides increased shear stability for better viscosity control and optimal engine oil pressure compared to the previous formulation
  • Protects your bottom line with a lower viscosity that allows for less engine resistance for improved fuel economy compared to an SAE 15W-40
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Shell – Rotella T4 Triple Protection 10W-30 Conventional Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Quart (Part No.550049485)

Rotella T4 Triple Protection 10W-30 Conventional Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 1 Quart

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$6.99
Formerly known as Shell Rotella® T Triple Protection, Shell Rotella® T4 Triple Protection 10W-30 Diesel Engine Oil is the most technically advanced Shell Rotella® formulation ever. This heavy-duty engine oil has been formulated to provide Triple Protection technology against wear, deposits and oil breakdown. It uses advanced additive technology to protect under the most severe engine conditions found in modern, low-emission engines. Plus, it provides outstanding wear protection, emissions system compatibility and shear stability. Outstanding Wear Protection: Shell Rotella® T4 10W-30 provides exceptional wear protection to help maximize engine efficiency and prolong engine life. Severe Duty Heavy Duty Diesel Engines: Shell Rotella® T4 10W-30 Triple Protection provides outstanding protection for virtually all heavy-duty diesel engines, including engines with the latest emission control using EGR and containing a Diesel Particular Filter. Off-Highway Applications: Shell Rotella® T4 10W-30 Heavy Duty Engine Oil is suitable for use in agricultural, mining, logging, and construction applications, even with high levels of fuel sulfur. Hardworking Diesel Engines: Suitable for use in diesel pick-up trucks. For technical questions, contact our Technical Help Desk at 1-(800) BEST-OIL or (800) 237-8645 Option 3, 1; or with complete Year/Make/Model information for a recommendation.

Product Features:
  • Provides Triple Protection® against wear, deposits and oil breakdown for most heavy-duty engines
  • Conventional Diesel Engine Oil formulated with advanced additive technology for enhanced deposit protection to help keep engines cleaner over the oil drain interval
  • Provides increased shear stability for better viscosity control and optimal engine oil pressure compared to the previous formulation
  • Protects your bottom line with a lower viscosity that allows for less engine resistance for improved fuel economy compared to an SAE 15W-40
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Quaker State – Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 1 Quart (Part No.550046199)

Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 1 Quart

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$8.49
Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 motor oil delivers strong engine performance and protection against deposits between oil changes. It’s designed to protect today’s sophisticated engines, including modern turbocharged engines. Quaker State Full Synthetic motor oil is the best of the Quaker State portfolio. It can be used in both new and older vehicles, especially high performance vehicles such as sports cars, SUVs, trucks, and minivans. Additionally, Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 is compatible with biofuels ranging from E10 to E85 and is suitable for hybrid engines. It provides high resistance to oxidation, keeping the oil fresher for longer, and it reduces friction to maximize horsepower in your vehicle (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils). It exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SP-Resource Conserving and all previous categories; ILSAC GF-6a and all previous ILSAC Standards. Quaker State Full Synthetic 10W-30 motor oil meets the specifications for: Chrysler MS-6395; GM 6094M. For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Quaker State Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual.

Product Features:
  • Full synthetic 10W-30 motor oil provides strong engine performance and protection against deposits between oil changes
  • Provides improved fuel economy (based on the latest industry standard)
  • Designed to provide more performance with superior lubrication flow and pumpability at high and low temperatures (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils).
  • Formulated with high resistance to oxidation, keeping the oil fresher for longer.
  • Reduces friction to maximize horsepower (compared to Quaker State conventional and synthetic blend motor oils)
  • Maintains required viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal protection
  • Suitable for all car, SUV, light van, truck gasoline and turbocharged engines; under all driving conditions.
  • Compatible with biofuels ranging from E10 to E85 and suitable for hybrid vehicles.
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10W-30 Conventional Motor Oil, Reduces Engine Wear and Sludge, 5 Quart
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10W-30 Conventional Motor Oil, Reduces Engine Wear and Sludge, 5 Quart
“This is by far a great product for any automobile.”
Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 5 Quart
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Full Synthetic 10W-30 Motor Oil 5 Quart
“I love Quaker state oil. The best product in oil The best price ever You can find it everywhere”
T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 2.5 Gallon
from $65.99
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T5 10W-30 Synthetic Blend Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil, 2.5 Gallon
“Excellent. I love Shell Rotella T5. I would not use anything else in my Powerstroke diesel.”