MIA: Pennzoil Ultra

[Ponyboy]

This isn't meant to be an oil comparison thread (though it's got a 50% chance of going there) but to merely note that I CANNOT FIND THIS STUFF anywhere locally. Been to Wally World, Napa, AutoZone, Advance, O'Reilly's, etc.: no go.

Walmart said they aren't carrying it anymore and the other places said they can order it if necessary. Amazon has it sporadically and I've ordered it from there. But man, this stuff seems to have high demand and short supply.

Anyone else having issues finding a good source?

 

[ofdlt10]

try this:

Before anything else, thank you all from everyone at Pennzoil for your loyalty to our brand and continued interest in purchasing our premium product from your local Walmart. Pennzoil Ultra is still being distributed to Walmart stores across the United States, with Walmart focusing Pennzoil Ultra sales in stores with the highest demand for this premium product. If you are having difficulty finding Pennzoil Ultra at a store near you, please give us a call at 1-800-BEST-OIL (option 3 then option 2) where a Pennzoil representative can identify the nearest Walmart location carrying Pennzoil Ultra. If you’d like to purchase Pennzoil Ultra online, we encourage you to utilize online retailers such as Amazon.com.

Thank you!
Suzanne Clerkin
Pennzoil Associate Brand Manager

 

[syam]

I have been having the same problem for the past couple of months with my local Walmarts and Autozones/Pep Boys.

 

[BATMANs]

http://www.amazon.com/Pennzoil-5500...73557835&sr=8-1&keywords=pennzoil+ultra+10w30

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Ferrari spec:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/6qts-of-Oil-5W-40-Pennzoil-550022576-6PK-Ultra-5W-40-European-Full-Synthetic-/271236803742?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f26f92c9e

 

[rbilder]

I was able to pick it up at a local Wal-Mart, but it appeared they were closing out the Ultra. They had it in the clearance section for $21. Then with Penzoil's $5 coupon I was able to get it for $16.
I would think with Ultra being the preferred oil for Vipers now, there may be more of a demand.
As far as I know it is still the recommended oil for Ferarri of America.

 

[BATMANs]

word is getting out and it's like the preferred oil for more and more cars. Mobil 1 is soooooo yesterday....

 

[DreamPowered]

I was able to find it at my local Walmart. Have been using it in my wrx for the last 1k with great results. The turbo really seems to like it, warms up faster, engine runs smoother and when I checked the oil it was still a golden color. Will def keep this in the car.
Havent tried it in the nsx. But she gets Motul.

 

[Ponyboy]

Thanks gentlemen. Looked in the clearance isle at the local Walmart. Lo and behold, 23 quarts of PU at $5 a piece. Bought them all though most of them are 5w20 and 5w30 with a couple 10w30. The NSX takes 9-10 qts so looks like I'll have to wait until the Amazon shipment arrives.

After some digging, I found evidence (though anecdotal) that Ducati dealers carry Shell Helix Ultra (same thing as PU) and it's also rebranded as Quaker State Q-Horsepower available at Fezza dealerships.

Tulsa has neither. Woot!

EDIT: Also: http://pzlnationalcoupon.com

 

[BATMANs]

..... The NSX takes 9-10 qts.....[/url]

Huh? I thought it was just under 5 qts.

 

[Osiris_x11]

The NSX takes 9-10 qts so looks like I'll have to wait until the Amazon shipment arrives.

Huh? I thought it was just under 5 qts.

This.

_______________________
Shawn - 3.6L ITB'd Stroker

 

[BATMANs]

A stroker is that hungry? Is there an accusump involved here?

 

[Ponyboy]

Stock NSX: @5qt.
ARC oil pan: +.5 qt.
SOS oil cooler: +1 qt
Accusump: +3 qt.
Lines going to and fro: +.5 qt.

So about 9-10 qt.

 

[simplife]

Pennzoil's website recommends Ultra 5W-30 for the NSX, not 10W-30 as per manufacturer.

 

[Ponyboy]

UPDATE: the closest Pep Boys has been carrying PU for the last two weeks in the qt. size. Haven't checked any of the other ones in the area.

That'll likely be where I'll source them from now on. Hope that helps some one.

 

[nsxtasy]

It's available in five-quart jugs at most of the Walmarts around here. This was as of a couple of months ago, when Pennzoil had that nice $10 rebate offer on a purchase of five quarts. I think that offer ran out at the end of last month.

 

[BATMANs]

Wear protection reference categories are:

• Over 105,000 psi = INCREDIBLE wear protection

• 90,000 to 105,000 psi = OUTSTANDING wear protection

• 75,000 to 90,000 psi = GOOD wear protection

• 60,000 to 75,000 psi = MODEST wear protection

• Below 60,000 psi = UNDESIRABLE wear protection

All the oils were tested at a representative operational temperature of 230*F.

The HIGHER the psi value, the BETTER the Wear Protection.

1. 5W30 Pennzoil Ultra, API SM synthetic = 115,612 psi
I have not been able to find this oil with the latest API SN certification. The bottle says, “No leading synthetic oil provides better wear protection”. For once, a product’s hype turns out to be true. And this oil provides MORE THAN TWICE as much wear protection as the lowest ranked oil on this list.
Chrysler is so impressed with Pennzoil Ultra, that they selected the 0W40 version of it as the only Factory Fill oil for their latest 8.4L, 640 HP, V-10, 200+ mph, Dodge SRT Viper.

 

[nsxtasy]

It's available in five-quart jugs at most of the Walmarts around here. This was as of a couple of months ago, when Pennzoil had that nice $10 rebate offer on a purchase of five quarts. I think that offer ran out at the end of last month.

Go to your nearest Walmart store, or you can use the "site to store" feature on their website. $26.97 for a five-quart jug. Great deal.

Pennzoil's website now has several offers through the end of next month, including $10 off on the purchase of five quarts of Pennzoil Platinum, 50 cents off per gallon on up to 20 gallons of Shell fuel with the purchase of five quarts of Pennzoil Ultra or Pennzoil Platinum, or $10 off on an oil change with Pennzoil Ultra or Pennzoil Platinum. Click here for details.

 

[Ponyboy]

Thanks Ken. As usual, an informative post.

 

[liftnot]

Go to your nearest Walmart store, or you can use the "site to store" feature on their website. $26.97 for a five-quart jug. Great deal.

Pennzoil's website now has several offers through the end of next month, including $10 off on the purchase of five quarts of Pennzoil Platinum, 50 cents off per gallon on up to 20 gallons of Shell fuel with the purchase of five quarts of Pennzoil Ultra or Pennzoil Platinum, or $10 off on an oil change with Pennzoil Ultra or Pennzoil Platinum. Click here for details.

That is where I bought 2 jugs of Ultra over a years ago and went back a few months it all "disappeared" and no in store knows whats going on. Same with Napa, Autozone, CarQuest, Advanced, Manny Moe & Jack, and O'reiley. It was $27 as u stated and but Batmans link from Amazon saz its $53 with free shipping which means is $27 for the oil & $26 for shipping but its for 6 qts. not 5 qts....but still.......settled for Platinum and can't drive fast anymore.:frown:

 

[RYU]

Tim, i'm in the same situation with the Penn Ultra. It's no where to be found (in store).

I'm using Mobil 1 Syn 5W-30 in the meantime.

 

[liftnot]

Tim, i'm in the same situation with the Penn Ultra. It's no where to be found (in store).

I'm using Mobil 1 Syn 5W-30 in the meantime.

its so good its vapor-ware! I can't believe a global refinery company like Shell doesn't know/won't ramp up to meet demand....Must be gangsta. Vinny mixed the wrong recipes? Literally, all the Ultra on the shelf suddenly gone all across San Diego/LA and no one is talking. Waiting for 60 min. investigation sunday nite.

 

[Ponyboy]

its so good its vapor-ware! I can't believe a global refinery company like Shell doesn't know/won't ramp up to meet demand....Must be gangsta. Vinny mixed the wrong recipes? Literally, all the Ultra on the shelf suddenly gone all across San Diego/LA and no one is talking. Waiting for 60 min. investigation sunday nite.

See below...

UPDATE: the closest Pep Boys has been carrying PU for the last two weeks in the qt. size. Haven't checked any of the other ones in the area.

That'll likely be where I'll source them from now on. Hope that helps some one.

It looks like there are three Pep Boys in SD:

3550 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego
(619) 283-7107

16 Google reviews
4441 Genesee Ave
San Diego
(858) 569-9533

6714 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego
(619) 463-4402

See bold below:

Thanks gentlemen. Looked in the clearance isle at the local Walmart. Lo and behold, 23 quarts of PU at $5 a piece. Bought them all though most of them are 5w20 and 5w30 with a couple 10w30. The NSX takes 9-10 qts so looks like I'll have to wait until the Amazon shipment arrives.

After some digging, I found evidence (though anecdotal) that Ducati dealers carry Shell Helix Ultra (same thing as PU) and it's also rebranded as Quaker State Q-Horsepower available at Fezza dealerships.

Tulsa has neither. Woot!

EDIT: Also: http://pzlnationalcoupon.com

Hope that helps.

 

[BATMANs]

I think the reason for MIA is that they have changed over to a "true" synthetic base stock made outta Natural gas and are holding on to the patent.

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[Ponyboy]

That's awesome. Looks like there are two versions:

Platinum Ultra PurePlus
Platinum PurePlus

But it doesn't look like it's in stores yet.

 

[BATMANs]

My brother got the 5 qt jug of the Platinum Plus from walmart for $25 a month ago. It was the last one on the shelf.