Sylvania 9005SU SilverStar Ultra High Performance Headlight Bulbs (High-Beam), Pack of 2

by Sylvania

Product Features

• Plug and play orientation means that SilverStar Ultra bulbs can be installed as easily as standard halogen bulbs
• 100% street legal and the whitest and brightest headlight currently available
• Up to 40% increased down-road visibility and rated at up to 50% brighter light than standard halogen headlight bulbs
• Increases side-road (peripheral) visibility by approximately 50%
• Includes 2 Sylvania 9005SU 128V, 65W SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 2.1 x 6.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000M5W25E
• Item model number: 9005SU BP
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #129 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #6 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Lighting & Electrical > Lighting > Lamps > Headlights
  • #7 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Lights & Lighting Accessories

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sylvania's SilverStar Ultra product line of halogen headlight bulbs are the ultimate choice for professionals and do-it-yourselfers who want and/or need to provide the whitest and brightest automotive lighting option possible to vehicles that they are servicing. The SilverStar Ultra 9005SU twin-pack contains two high performance halogen headlight bulbs which feature dramatic improvements over standard halogen bulbs, including up to 50% brighter light, 40% increased down-road visibility and up to 50% increased side-road visibility. The whitest, brightest headlight available. View larger. See farther, wider and more clearly. View larger. Why You Should Upgrade to SilverStar Ultra It is an accepted fact that headlights can dim over time by 20% or more. When this dimming occurs, timely replacement of halogen bulbs can instantly increase lighting performance and resulting visibility, but all halogen bulbs are not created equal. The more light you can spread on the road, the better the visibility. With this in mind any driver looking to replace or upgrade their headlights should consider Sylvania's SilverStar Ultra line of halogen headlights bulbs. With a color temperature rated at 4100K (Kelvin), the level of whiteness of the light put out by SilverStar Ultra bulbs is close to that of an approximation of natural daylight at noon (4870K). Their level of brightness, the amount of light able to be reflected in a particular direction(s) or on particular spots, is also exceptionally high. Together these factors make SilverStar Ultra bulbs the whitest and brightest halogen headlights currently available. This increased lighting performance allows for dramatic improvements over standard halogen bulbs in various areas, including up to a 40% increase in down-road visibility, side-road visibility improvements up to 50% and overall increased brightness levels of light up to 50%. The result is a halogen bulb that allows drivers to see farther, wider and more clearly. Combine this with the SilverStar Ultra's D.I.Y. friendly plug and play installation, and you have a product line of bulbs that are a clear choice for any replacement or upgrade project. Key Features: The whitest and brightest headlight currently available. Up to 40% increased down-road visibility. Increases side-road (peripheral) visibility by approximately 50%. Up to 50% brighter light. "Plug and play" orientation means that SilverStar Ultra bulbs can be installed as easily as standard halogen bulbs. Includes 2 Sylvania 9005SU 12.8V, 65W SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights. The Sylvania Global Care Program Global Care is a Sylvania company-wide program that represents their commitment to social and environmental responsibility worldwide. As a leader in innovative lighting solutions, Sylvania is not only dedicated to the performance value of their products, but also the processes associated with them that contribute to solving global sustainability challenges, address economic needs and protect the environment for today and for the future. Within the SilverStar Ultra product line this commitment touches on a variety of areas ranging from the an extensive use of recycled packaging materials to environmentally responsible manufacturing procedures. What's in the Box 2 pack of Sylvania 9005SU SilverStar Ultra High Performance halogen headlights. About Osram Sylvania Osram Sylvania is a leader in solutions that feature innovative design and energy saving technology. The company sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles primarily under the Sylvania brand name, and also under the Osram brand. Headquartered in Danvers, Mass., Osram Sylvania is the North American operation of Osram GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Siemens AG.

Product Description

SilverStar ULTRA headlights provide up to 25% increased down-road visibility as compared to the regular SilverStar, increased side road visibility, and up to a 20% brighter light as compared to standard halogen headlights. They also last up to 30% longer than regular SilverStar headlights. The pure, white light emitted by the SilverStar ULTRA is closer to the color of daylight, which helps drivers see better at night.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

75 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Bulbs, Improved the pattern greatly, February 27, 2008

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John Thornton "MotorHead John" (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 9005SU SilverStar Ultra High Performance Headlight Bulbs (High-Beam), Pack of 2 (Misc.)

I replaced my high beam bulbs with the Ultras a few days ago. Much better light pattern now, can see the signs at night much better. The light is much whiter with a blue tint. Would recommend to everyone that drives at night.
Some other reviews say that the Sylvania bulbs burn out too soon. Being a technician mechanic most of my life, the main thing you must do when handling these bulbs for install is wear gloves.
The oil from your hands will create "hot spots" on the bulbs and they will burn out prematurely. So buy some latex gloves and put them on from the second you open the package, to when you are done. Then they will last longer than a year. My 9004 Silver Stars in my Jetta are going on three years now.

36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Let there be light., March 21, 2007

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John P. Mcclellan "Johnny Rotten" (Verona, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sylvania 9005SU SilverStar Ultra High Performance Headlight Bulbs (High-Beam), Pack of 2 (Misc.)

My daughter was complaining that she was having a difficult time seeing any distance while driving at night. She goes away to college, and the school is located in a very rural area. Many of the roads she drives on have no street lighting. I installed the Sylvania Silverstar Ultras in her car, and she was amazed at how much farther down the road she can now see. In fact I was so impressed that I went out and purchased a pair of Sylvania Silverstar sealed beam headlights for my work van. What a difference bright white lighting makes when it comes to driving at night. This product is awesome.

47 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Bulb Burn-Out Issue Solved (For Me)!, April 28, 2009

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Big Ron (Southern California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sylvania 9005SU SilverStar Ultra High Performance Headlight Bulbs (High-Beam), Pack of 2 (Misc.)

For several years I was having a problem with the Sylvania Silverstar bulbs burning out every 6 to 12 months. I loved the light so much that I tolerated it and replaced them with the same bulb.

I was using the practice of letting the Camry turn the lights on automatically with a turn of the ignition key. The process was (1) key turned to ignition (2)lights turn on (3) engine starts. I could see the lights flutter a little during the starting process.

I then experimented by manually turning on the lights AFTER the car was started. It has now been 2 years with NO BULB BURNOUTS. I believe turning the ignition with the lights already in auto on creates extra wear and tear resulting in more frequent burn-outs.