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product_id: 177049488
title: "Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT"
brand: "valvoline"
price: "R1608"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Valvoline"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/177049488-valvoline-vr1-racing-sae-20w-50-motor-oil-5-qt
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Thermal breakdown resistance Boosts horsepower with friction modifiers High zinc & phosphorus formula Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT

**Brand:** valvoline
**Price:** R1608
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏁 Unleash legendary power with every drop!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil 5 QT by valvoline
- **How much does it cost?** R1608 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/177049488-valvoline-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:** Optimized for gasoline and partial alcohol fuels on both track and street
- • **Race-Proven Engine Protection:** 2X more zinc & phosphorus for extreme anti-wear defense on pistons, cams, and bearings
- • **Legacy of Motorsport Excellence:** Trusted since 1965 as the original muscle car and racing oil formula
- • **Peak Performance Under Pressure:** Friction modifiers maximize horsepower and minimize heat at high RPMs
- • **Thermal Stability for High-Compression Motors:** Enhanced anti-foaming agents resist thermal breakdown even in extreme conditions

## Overview

Valvoline VR1 Racing SAE 20W-50 Motor Oil is a high-zinc, phosphorus-rich conventional oil engineered for pushrod and flat-tappet engines. It delivers superior anti-wear protection, thermal stability, and horsepower enhancement, making it ideal for muscle cars, race cars, and high-compression motors. Compatible with gasoline and partial alcohol fuels, VR1 has been the motorsports standard since 1965.

## 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: Good Oil - good and cheap with high zinc. good for small filterless engines.
Review: Good deal on great quality oil! - Excellent motor oil. Has the zinc content I need!

## 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 | #323 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #9 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 9,205 Reviews |
| Flash Point | 394 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00074130032361 |
| Included Components | Engine Oil |
| Item Height | 12.66 inches |
| 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

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

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Oil
*by A***R on December 6, 2025*

good and cheap with high zinc. good for small filterless engines.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good deal on great quality oil!
*by M***N on November 11, 2025*

Excellent motor oil. Has the zinc content I need!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic car oil
*by D***T on December 18, 2025*

Great oil for your classic cars. I use it in my 66 Mustang. It has the extra zinc that is needed for the older cars.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-01*