1. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn More.

Help Me Pick Tires... Because I'm Too Indecisive

Discussion in 'Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires' started by Nachtmensch, Feb 1, 2009.

?

Which Tires?

  1. Hankook Ventus RS-2

    20.0%
  2. Toyo Proxies T1R

    80.0%
  3. Dunlop Direzza DZ101

    40.0%
Multiple votes are allowed.
  1. Nachtmensch

    Nachtmensch New Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 28, 2006
    Messages:
    3,920
    Likes Received:
    16
    i should note that i will have dedicated winter tires. so snow isnt an issue. rain isnt too bad either, but they will be used for everyday, rain or shine.

    awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Hankook_hankook_z212_lg.jpg

    Hankook Ventus RS-2 - http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?tirebrand=Hankook&tiremodel=Ventus R-S2 (Z212)

    Size I'd Go with:
    205/45-16 - $151
    215/45-16 - $156

    Total Price: $614

    Specs:
    Treadwear - 200-AA-A
    Dry 4.8
    Wet 3.8
    Snow 0
    Handling 4.6
    Comfort 3.9
    Noise 3.6
    Treadwear 3.7
    OVERALL: 4.1

    awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Toyo_toyo_t1r_lg.jpg

    Toyo Proxies T1-R - http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?tirebrand=Toyo&tiremodel=Proxes T1R

    Size I'd Go with:
    205/45-16 - $150
    225/40-16 - $160

    Total Price: $620

    Specs:
    Treadwear 280-AA-A
    Dry 4.5
    Wet 4.4
    Snow 0
    Handling 4.2
    Comfort 4.3
    Noise 4.1
    Treadwear 3.9
    OVERALL: 4.3

    awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Dunlop_dunlop_direzza_dz101_lg.jpg

    Dunlop Direzza DZ101 - http://www.1010tires.com/tire.asp?tirebrand=Dunlop&tiremodel=Direzza DZ101

    Sizes I'd Go With:
    205/45-16 - $126
    215/45-16 - $184

    Total Price: $620

    Specs:
    Treadwear 300-AA-A
    Dry 4.1
    Wet 3.6
    Snow 0
    Handling 3.8
    Comfort 3.5
    Noise 3.3
    Treadwear 3.6
    OVERALL 3.7

    Leaning to RS-2 or T1R...
    awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Hankook_hankook_z212_lg.jpg awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Toyo_toyo_t1r_lg.jpg awww.1010tires.com_images_tires_Dunlop_dunlop_direzza_dz101_lg.jpg
     
    #1
  2. Daniel

    Daniel Active Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 26, 2006
    Messages:
    2,554
    Likes Received:
    9
    Here are some sites you may want to look, they have much better pricing and other other tires you may be interested in.

    http://www.tires-easy.com
    http://www.performanceplustire.com
    http://www.tiresunlimited.com/vred_tires.htm

    By the way have you heard of Vredestein or Marangoni Tires? I heard Vredstein have a good reputation in Europe for being very competively priced and perform well. M3 and Porsche guys sometimes run these tires. I currently am using Bridgestones Potenzas RE050A but I may consider Vredstein for my next set of tires.
     
    #2
  3. Nachtmensch

    Nachtmensch New Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 28, 2006
    Messages:
    3,920
    Likes Received:
    16
    thanks

    and, nope.
     
    #3
  4. Daniel

    Daniel Active Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 26, 2006
    Messages:
    2,554
    Likes Received:
    9
    lol, you sniped my quote before I was finished with my reply. :computerrage:
     
    #4
  5. Nachtmensch

    Nachtmensch New Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 28, 2006
    Messages:
    3,920
    Likes Received:
    16
    :paper:

    haha
     
    #5
  6. Deibidosan

    Deibidosan Active Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Jul 21, 2006
    Messages:
    2,392
    Likes Received:
    22
    I like the Dunlops:)
     
    #6
  7. Mikey

    Mikey New Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 28, 2006
    Messages:
    613
    Likes Received:
    3
    Hankook Ventus RS-2 in 215/45 cost $102 on TireRack, so shop around.

    Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R are really nice but $$, I would get them.

    I voted Toyo on your list.
     
    #7
  8. CLUTCHONE

    CLUTCHONE Active Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 27, 2006
    Messages:
    3,420
    Likes Received:
    11
    I Agree With Daniel

    I Agree with Daniel cause
    your Prices are a Lil Steep
    even for Me and There are
    New Tire Companys that
    have High Quality Tires
    for a Cheaper Price... :poke:
     
    #8
  9. Nachtmensch

    Nachtmensch New Member

    Start a Conversation
    Joined:
    Apr 28, 2006
    Messages:
    3,920
    Likes Received:
    16
    im not looking at prices right now. that site just had all of them to compare. (tirerack doesnt have Toyo T1R iirc)
     
    #9
Similar Threads: Help Pick
Forum Title Date
Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires Need help picking camber kit! Dec 17, 2007
Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires I need tire help Jun 15, 2008
Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires BREMBO Calipers..please help identify Dec 13, 2007
Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires I need help choosing the right tire size Mar 20, 2007
Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tires Help with front rotors Mar 16, 2007

Share This Page