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product_id: 61436138
title: "10683 Hot Rod & Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40-4.73L, Gray, 5 Quart"
brand: "lucas oil"
price: "$220.51"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Lucas Oil"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/61436138-10683-hot-rod-and-classic-motor-oil-sae-10w-40
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Compatible with methanol & all racing fuels SAE 10W-40 viscosity for high-temp stability 2100 ppm Zinc additive for ultimate wear protection 10683 Hot Rod & Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40-4.73L, Gray, 5 Quart

**Brand:** lucas oil
**Price:** $220.51
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Protect your classic beast with race-proven oil power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 10683 Hot Rod & Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40-4.73L, Gray, 5 Quart by lucas oil
- **How much does it cost?** $220.51 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/61436138-10683-hot-rod-and-classic-motor-oil-sae-10w-40)

## Best For

- lucas oil enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lucas oil brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Classic Car Optimized:** Specifically designed for muscle, showroom, and trophy cars without catalytic converters, preserving vintage engine integrity.
- • **Cold Start Confidence:** Excellent cold temperature properties ensure smooth starts and immediate protection even after long periods off-road.
- • **Race-Ready Performance:** Formulated to withstand extreme temperatures and compatible with all racing fuels including methanol for uncompromised power.
- • **Maximum Engine Longevity:** High zinc, molybdenum & phosphorus additives create a tough protective film that reduces wear and metal fatigue.
- • **Rust & Corrosion Defense:** Incorporates marine-grade additives to protect engines during storage, keeping your classic ride showroom-ready.

## Overview

Lucas Oil 10683 Hot Rod & Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40 is a premium paraffinic-based motor oil fortified with high levels of zinc, molybdenum, and phosphorus. Designed for muscle and classic cars without catalytic converters, it offers superior wear protection, excellent thermal stability, and compatibility with methanol and racing fuels. Its unique formula also includes rust and corrosion inhibitors, making it ideal for engines that spend time off the road.

## Description

Product Description Lucas hot rod and classic car motor oil sae 10w-40 is manufactured with the highest quality paraffinic base oils and is fortified with a unique additive package containing high levels of zinc, molybdenum and phosphorus, which provides a tougher, thicker additive film for maximum protection even under the most severe conditions. It lowers oil temperatures, extends oil life and minimizes metal fatigue. It improves the film strength between the cylinder wall and piston rings and slows oil burning and improves pressure in worn engines. It has good cold temperature properties and stands up to high operating temperatures. It is compatible with methanol and all racing fuels, as well as with synthetic and non-synthetic oils. Lucas hot rod and classic car motor oil sae 10w-40 is for muscle, showroom, classic and trophy cars without catalytic converters. It can be used in racing applications. Not recommended for passenger car use. Available in convenient 5-quart bottles, the formulation is ideal for the hot rod and classic car crowd with an increased zinc value of 2100 ppm. Because many of these very special machines often spend long periods off the roads, several the components of the additive package used in Lucas' marine oils to provide rust and corrosion protection have been included in its unique formula. Legal Disclaimer U.K MAINLAND SHIPPING ONLY

Review: Top engine oil - Yes, this is expensive stuff but if you want the ultimate wear protection for older engines you can’t get much better than this.
Review: High zinc great for classic vw - Bought for early vw due to high zinc levels worked well

## Features

- Made with paraffinic base oil and additives
- Improves the film strength between the cylinder wall and piston rings
- Compatible with methanol and all racing fuels

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009M64CUM |
| Best Sellers Rank | 46,322 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 431 in Car Engine Oils |
| Brand | Lucas Oil |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (725) |
| Date First Available | 13 Jun. 2014 |
| Item Weight | 0.28 g |
| Item model number | LUC10683 |
| Manufacturer | Lucas Oil Products Inc |
| Manufacturer part number | 10683 |
| Model | Hot Rod and Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40 |
| OEM Part Number | 10683 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.62 x 12.07 x 20.96 cm; 0.28 g |
| Viscosity | 10W40 sae_grade |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Lucas Oil
- **Liquid volume:** 5 Quarts
- **Package information:** Jug
- **Vehicle service type:** Car
- **Viscosity:** 10W40 sae_grade

## Images

![10683 Hot Rod & Classic Motor Oil SAE 10W-40-4.73L, Gray, 5 Quart - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IzZIu-jGL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What quantity am i getting?  what does  "3x1/5q" in the title description mean?**
A: 5 quarts. I don't know what 3x1/ means, but it's 5 quarts. You can see it on the label in the picture.

**Q: can i use this on 1975 chevy k20 pickup truck w/400 small block? mostly cruising around town**
A: The main reason I use this oil product is because it meets/exceeds the zinc additive levels required for the flat tappet cam on my GM 327 V8. The engine is very happy with it and oil changes show exceptional wearability.  That said, you'll want to conduct your own evaluations of oil products for your engine application.

**Q: Can use this in a 67-68. Chevy 350 engine for my 59 chevy truck?**
A: Yes, that engine needs zinc. Flat tappet

**Q: Is this full synthetic?**
A: If you just take the time to read it all.. Lucas oil for Hot Rods & Muscle cars is recommended for most engines from the 50s,60s &70s that were designed to use a conventional oil like what was available back then...It has additives like zinc that are not found in today's oils & therefore,it is NOT compatable with any cars with catalatic converters,(emissions controll system) & No,it is not a synthetic oil, it is conventional, which means it is petroleum based.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top engine oil
*by S***D on 19 August 2025*

Yes, this is expensive stuff but if you want the ultimate wear protection for older engines you can’t get much better than this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High zinc great for classic vw
*by J***T on 10 July 2025*

Bought for early vw due to high zinc levels worked well

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***A on 1 November 2025*

good for mine 65 corvette from john

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*Last updated: 2026-01-22*