Originally Posted by SpitfireS

If the Italian tune-up is about cleaning sensors and injectors (and the ECU compensating for it) it has to do with fuel quality?
A couple of years ago I had a phone conservation with a Shell tech person about using the Dutch version of Shell V-Power (RON 97) in the S2000 and he claimed it was no problem at all.
He also mentioned Shell fuels are slightly different in every country.

I've noticed the car running a better on Dutch BP Ultimate (RON 98).
It runs even better on the German Aral Ultimate RON 102 - I think Aral is linked to BP.
But one doesn't drive slow on the Autbahn to get it


It is logical to ignore the manufacturer's recommendation about break-in, what do they know about the engine?
Especially for the first 600 miles, take it to redline when you can.
Just forget about FRM, it's nothing special, it is like white chrome.
It wears just as fast.
Also, dump the factory oil fill as soon as you can, do not listen to the manufacturer about using dino oil for break-in and the first service interval.
(Or even the second if the interval is short)

Oh well....