What tyres?

[newpersn]

Hi all.

 

Im looking to replace my back 2 tyres (there my old front ones)

I do 80miles everyday back and forth work. looking for a set that last longer than budgets.

 

What do you recommend?

 

Thanks

 

Newp

[kmount]

What specs?

 

I'm looking to replace the rears on the wife's car and can't decide between Continental, Pirelli or Dunlop for 245/40R17 91W.

 

(she does similar mileage to you so I was going for quality over budget too)

[Danp]

I have Uniroyal Rain Expert's on one of my BMWs and have found them to be great, even more so at this time of year

[Oaktech]

if you feel flush, continental premium contact.

 

If you're less flush kumho ecsta spt.

[SYNACK]

Better quality tires can often last for less time as they generally have a softer compound and wear out quicker. For that compromise you do get much better handling and better road noise.

[Gerry]

And smaller braking distances...

[pcstru]

If you buy new tyres now (manufactured after 1st July), you should be able to see good quality information on how the tyre has been rated. They don't show how long they last (partly because that depends on how you drive) but generally a more efficient tyre which has a lower wet grip rating will last longer than a good wet grip which will have a lower energy rating.

[newpersn]

i was looking at these

 

http://www.blackcircles.com/catalogue/bridgestone/turanza-t001/205/55/R16/V/91/f?returnurl=%2forder%2ftyres%3fversion%3d2.0&tyre=30104202

[Gonk]

I tend to be a bit anal when it comes to cars (I worked in a garage) and I did a lot of research, read reviews of tryes and so on before I bought new ones from my car.

 

In the end I repalced all 4 on my Astra estate with Michelin Enery Saver+ Tyres. Michelin Energy are still the best for longevity IMHO. I have found that with these new Energy Saver+ I am gaining a few more miles per gallon too (about 545 -555 miles on a tank, depending on my driving from 530 - 540).

 

Tech Details here - MICHELIN Energy Saver + | Tyres | MICHELIN

 

@kmount - I had Pirelli's in a similar size on my X-Type. I changed them as soon as i could, i found them to be noisy, they didn't handle and the followed all the holes/groves in the road. I ended up putting Michelin Primacy HP's on the Jag as i couldnt get Continetal's soon enough.

 

These are just my oppinions - each to their own!

 

Ross

Edited November 27, 2012 by Gonk

[Flatpackhamster]

The Continentals on my Focus cost £190 apiece to replace. *sigh* They're a bigger tyre because I went for larger wheels as an optional extra. The car looks prettier, but my wallet is an awful lot lighter.

[3s-gtech]

Do you have an idea of budget per tyre, plus the specs? E.g. 205/50/R16 - it can help to get the best deal. Impressed by the Continentals on my car atm, good rain performance!

[HaleStorm]

Bridgestone A001 Weather Control are good, especially over winter/when its wet

 

I have a set of 4 on my Fiat Bravo MK2 (2007 model) and i cannot fault them, they wear evenly and last a decent amount of time, about 18months for me but my milage is below average

[sted]

The Continentals on my Focus cost £190 apiece to replace. *sigh* They're a bigger tyre because I went for larger wheels as an optional extra. The car looks prettier, but my wallet is an awful lot lighter.

 

yeouch 17"'s on my focus were in the 90ish range iirc for goodyear eagle f1's but they are soft tyres so wear out relatively quickly

the bridgestones on my ds3 seem to last ok done 9k and theres still lots of tread left

had pirellis p6000 std on my 1st fiesta and they were dangerous in the wet. one lasted ~50k iirc on the rear

had luck in the past with various flavours of yokohama lasting a reasonable length of time

verdistein sport tracks were nice tyres but wore out quickly

[newpersn]

im after 205/55/16r.

 

Lets say £70 a tyre (cheaper but better if thats make sence)

[Gonk]

Any preference on the speed rating?

[arwen]

Oo good topic! I need to replace my two front tyres soon...

 

I normally put Bridgestone B250's on my Clio, but find them getting more and more expensive when ever I need new ones...

I do around 400-600 miles a week so would prefer a tyre that lasts a while. What do people think of Avon ZT5's ?

[Gonk]

How about these? Not tried them myself but reviews look promising http://www.blackcircles.com/catalogue/bridgestone/turanza-t001/205/55/R16/V/91/f?returnurl=%2forder%2ftyres%3fversion%3d2.0%26width%3d205%26profile%3d55%26rim%3d16%26speed%3dAny%26minpricerange%3d0%26maxpricerange%3d80%26manufacturer%3dbridgestone%2ccontinental%2cmichelin%26tyresort%3d4%26displayall%3d6&tyre=30104202

 

Dont foget to ring aorund and play ATS and the like off against each other.... Harris Bros locally did my Michelin's for £60 a corner, as apposed to the £74 on black circles...

[arwen]

I'd also say to stay away from Black Circle, I've used them twice, and had no end of problems with non delivery and idioitc behaviour from them. (The actual garages that do the fitting were great however)

[newpersn]

I'd also say to stay away from Black Circle, I've used them twice, and had no end of problems with non delivery and idioitc behaviour from them. (The actual garages that do the fitting were great however)

 

Got my last set from them. Didnt have any problems with them.

[newpersn]

How about these? Not tried them myself but reviews look promising http://www.blackcircles.com/catalogue/bridgestone/turanza-t001/205/55/R16/V/91/f?returnurl=%2forder%2ftyres%3fversion%3d2.0%26width%3d205%26profile%3d55%26rim%3d16%26speed%3dAny%26minpricerange%3d0%26maxpricerange%3d80%26manufacturer%3dbridgestone%2ccontinental%2cmichelin%26tyresort%3d4%26displayall%3d6&tyre=30104202

 

Dont foget to ring aorund and play ATS and the like off against each other.... Harris Bros locally did my Michelin's for £60 a corner, as apposed to the £74 on black circles...

 

That was the ones i was looking at

[PICNIC]

Michelin Energy are still the best for longevity IMHO.

 

I second this, worked in the tyre trade for 12 years and i wouldn't buy anything else unless hard up because they can be pricey.

[markcuk]

Kumho or Hankook I would go for

[jmak]

I had Michelins years ago and they lasted forever - but I hated them as they aquaplaned and tramlined at the slightest hint of moisture. The new ones get good reviews, but my prejudice is now embedded, so I'll probably never buy them again..........

 

Best tyres for driving were some Goodyear F1 Eagles I had - but they were MOT failure after 6000 miles!

 

Soooooo...........

 

I've ended up with Conti's of various sizes on various cars which have been the best compromise for me and in tests they tend to come out best in test for wet stopping distance and aquaplaning, which in our weather seems like the priority. (Apparently not the best for fuel economy, but if it means I don't hit a car/bike/person it'll be worth it.

 

I've just put winter tyres on (Conti Winter contact) for the first time - beginning of November tied in with when I needed two tyres. Expensive option as had to replace all four, but the nearly new summer tyres are in the garage to go back on in March, so overall will be cost neutral. First impressions: a bit squishy when it's warm, quieter that the Premium contacts they replaced, noticeably better on frosty mornings. Still don't know about economy, wear or performance in snow.

 

I've always found local independents will match the big chains and give a better service - and the price of quality tyres hurts, but I compare it to the amount I spend on fuel and the difference becomes less significant. Whatever car you have, it's only four palm prints area of rubber between you and catastrophe.

[SpuffMonkey]

I put Toyo's on my Camry and have been very pleased with them - quite quiet and a reasonable price - got them via one of those outfits that comes to your house, can't remember which one.

[plexer]

Normally go for a firestone or similar.

 

Ben