I've seen a TON of threads on oil, but I'm still wondering: is the recommended Mobil 1 0W-40 "LL1 approved" oil the same as the Mobil 1 0W-40 sold at places like Advance Auto Parts?
I've seen the pics Dackelone posted showing "European Formula" Mobil 1 but I suspect we can't get that in the US... just wondering if that's equivalent to the Mobil 1 in the US.
EDIT:
Hmmmm well maybe I answered my own question:
http://www.mobil.com/USA-English/Lub...l_1_0W-40.aspx
"BMW LONGLIFE OIL 01" is listed under "builder approvals"
