Which Brand Of Gasoline Is The Best?

SgtGoldy · 09-06-2009, 09:48 PM

I know all gas is the same, and it's the additives that actually matter. But which Brand has the best/right combo of additives for your car?

Togo · 09-06-2009, 09:54 PM

I've seen this debate a lot over with the guys on my bike forum but Shell seemed to be a pretty popular choice for premium gas as well as BP. Those are the only two I really run in my bike and I'll probably just run the same in my Z.

ZKindaGuy · 09-07-2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Togo

I've seen this debate a lot over with the guys on my bike forum but Shell seemed to be a pretty popular choice for premium gas as well as BP. Those are the only two I really run in my bike and I'll probably just run the same in my Z.

BP has the worst gas on the market....it is known for its having water content and lots of sediment. I had to drain the tanks of three different cars since 2003 as a result of water and sediment from using BP gas. I swtiched back to Shell after those fiascos.

Togo · 09-07-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ZKindaGuy

BP has the worst gas on the market....it is known for its having water content and lots of sediment. I had to drain the tanks of three different cars since 2003 as a result of water and sediment from using BP gas. I swtiched back to Shell after those fiascos.

Good to know then about the BP. I personally haven't run BP in a year because where I live now there is a Shell on the corner and it's always on my way to where ever I'm going.

Last time I ran BP though was before they started putting ethanol into fuel and it was back in FL, so who knows if that has anything to do with it.

Supragtsxr · 09-06-2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 09Nismo

I know all gas is the same, and it's the additives that actually matter. But which Brand has the best/right combo of additives for your car?

Excellent question. I was thinking about the same thing seeing as my first fill up is just around the corner. Anyone have any info?

SgtGoldy · 09-06-2009, 09:58 PM

I only use shell, but I started thinking today (after seeing the price for v-power go up) if this is really the best for my car? I read on another forum that its bad, so idk what to think about it lol.

Togo · 09-06-2009, 10:01 PM

I've never personally heard anyone say it's bad so i'd like to see what they have to say about that.

BanningZ · 09-06-2009, 10:13 PM

Best Gas for Performance, Mileage, Cost ?

Where are you going to fill up?

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Which Gas???

What is the worst gas for performance, mileage, Cost?

The truth about gasoline grades

ishthemienguy · 09-06-2009, 11:01 PM

me personally, only use Chevron or shell, if you put 87-89 then shell is good but if you go for the premium chevron feels better and the low grade 87 for chevron sucks. Also the 87-89 shell last longer compared to chevron's 87-89 ( I reset my odd... every time I fill up on gas). These are my own personally experience.

zilent_jay · 09-07-2009, 12:33 AM

Which brand of gas is best?

BanningZ · 09-07-2009, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by zilent_jay

Which brand of gas is best?

I know I was so close to a Let me google that for you myself!

kevr6 · 09-07-2009, 01:31 AM

I use Chevron w/ Techron! Some QuickTrips have Techron also!
I work at an Audi dealership and two years ago we had an outbreak of misfire issues from
owners who used BP. I went to training up north in NJ and local sevice advisors there also had that problem with their clients! Each region has transportation and storage additives specific to their own demographics and weather. The German cars are designed to run on better quality fuel overseas so any problems w/ North American lower quality fuels really show up with those cars!
I've used only Chevron for the last 9 years with no issues!! Shell is indeed on Audi's approved list so they should be ok also! Just my 2 cents!

need4speed · 09-10-2009, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by kevr6

I use Chevron w/ Techron! Some QuickTrips have Techron also!
I work at an Audi dealership and two years ago we had an outbreak of misfire issues from
owners who used BP. I went to training up north in NJ and local sevice advisors there also had that problem with their clients! Each region has transportation and storage additives specific to their own demographics and weather. The German cars are designed to run on better quality fuel overseas so any problems w/ North American lower quality fuels really show up with those cars!
I've used only Chevron for the last 9 years with no issues!! Shell is indeed on Audi's approved list so they should be ok also! Just my 2 cents!

Mobil 1 for me! As often as possible
Chevron or Quick trip 2nd backup if I'm broke. Lol ( QT is actually highly rated gas)
Shell, texaco, n other major brands if absolutely needed

StLRedrider · 09-07-2009, 01:32 AM

amaco or mobil

SgtGoldy · 09-07-2009, 10:03 AM

Wow I didn't think this question would generate this many responses. Thanks everyone for the info, I will continue to use shell (even tho its the priciest lol)

09-06-2009, 09:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
SgtGoldy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 3,503 Drives: C63 AMG - LSD Rep Power: 651	Which Brand Of Gasoline Is The Best? I know all gas is the same, and it's the additives that actually matter. But which Brand has the best/right combo of additives for your car? __________________ C63 AMG LSD - Straight Pipe - EuroCharge v5 - Vossen CV7 - IG: @SuperFastYo

09-06-2009, 09:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
SgtGoldy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 3,503 Drives: C63 AMG - LSD Rep Power: 651	I only use shell, but I started thinking today (after seeing the price for v-power go up) if this is really the best for my car? I read on another forum that its bad, so idk what to think about it lol. __________________ C63 AMG LSD - Straight Pipe - EuroCharge v5 - Vossen CV7 - IG: @SuperFastYo

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BanningZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: nowhere Posts: 5,478 Drives: 06' Nismo Frontier Rep Power: 29	Forum search Best Gas for Performance, Mileage, Cost ? Where are you going to fill up? Regular Gas? Which Gas??? What is the worst gas for performance, mileage, Cost? The truth about gasoline grades __________________ Become a Premium Member: Click HERE MB 06' Nismo VQ40DE

09-07-2009, 01:31 AM	#12 (permalink)
kevr6 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N.W. Atlanta Posts: 1,515 Drives: '09 Graphite 370Z 6M Rep Power: 667	I use Chevron w/ Techron! Some QuickTrips have Techron also! I work at an Audi dealership and two years ago we had an outbreak of misfire issues from owners who used BP. I went to training up north in NJ and local sevice advisors there also had that problem with their clients! Each region has transportation and storage additives specific to their own demographics and weather. The German cars are designed to run on better quality fuel overseas so any problems w/ North American lower quality fuels really show up with those cars! I've used only Chevron for the last 9 years with no issues!! Shell is indeed on Audi's approved list so they should be ok also! Just my 2 cents! __________________ *Beware...* Daily Sliding In My ZLED!

09-07-2009, 01:32 AM	#14 (permalink)
StLRedrider A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St.louis,Mo Posts: 17,755 Drives: O9Sprt/Touring,p-51 Rep Power: 61	amaco or mobil __________________ Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today J.Dean

09-06-2009, 09:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
Togo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: E. Northport, NY Posts: 7,597 Drives: Stuff Rep Power: 657	I've seen this debate a lot over with the guys on my bike forum but Shell seemed to be a pretty popular choice for premium gas as well as BP. Those are the only two I really run in my bike and I'll probably just run the same in my Z.

09-06-2009, 10:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
Togo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: E. Northport, NY Posts: 7,597 Drives: Stuff Rep Power: 657	I've never personally heard anyone say it's bad so i'd like to see what they have to say about that.

09-06-2009, 11:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
ishthemienguy Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: california, Sacramento Posts: 124 Drives: anything Rep Power: 16	me personally, only use Chevron or shell, if you put 87-89 then shell is good but if you go for the premium chevron feels better and the low grade 87 for chevron sucks. Also the 87-89 shell last longer compared to chevron's 87-89 ( I reset my odd... every time I fill up on gas). These are my own personally experience.

09-07-2009, 12:33 AM	#10 (permalink)
zilent_jay Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: OKC Posts: 96 Drives: 2009 MB Base Sport Rep Power: 16	Which brand of gas is best?

09-07-2009, 10:03 AM	#15 (permalink)
SgtGoldy A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 3,503 Drives: C63 AMG - LSD Rep Power: 651	Wow I didn't think this question would generate this many responses. Thanks everyone for the info, I will continue to use shell (even tho its the priciest lol) __________________ C63 AMG LSD - Straight Pipe - EuroCharge v5 - Vossen CV7 - IG: @SuperFastYo

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