New Tires

Theo · 02-18-2009, 12:55 PM

Hey all,

I have been looking to replace the worn PS2's on the M5 and I can’t believe how much they cost. Other then tire rack does anyone know of any cheaper outlets?

If not can anyone recommend a similar performing tire? I don’t need all seasons because of the moderate weather we have.

Thanks in advance for the help.

Nick M3 · 02-18-2009, 01:03 PM

PS2s are the ultimate compromise between comfort and handling. As long as you don't track the car (where the tires will literally fall apart), you'll be disappointed by the alternatives.

Theo · 02-18-2009, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stuka

Bridgeston S03 is also good.

For the weight of your car, the Yokohama ES100's wouldn't work because they are soft as butter (grips very very nice though) and you will go through them every 20K miles or less (I do a hair over 20K on the feather E30), despite them being a lot cheaper.

I had ES100's on the E36 and I agree with your points but not sure I want to go that cheap this time. I'll need to check the price on the SO3's. Thanks

hfh330i · 02-18-2009, 01:07 PM

I had Goodyear GS-D3s on my old 330i. Loved those. I'm not sure what the go for today.

Theo · 02-18-2009, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nick M3

PS2s are the ultimate compromise between comfort and handling. As long as you don't track the car (where the tires will literally fall apart), you'll be disappointed by the alternatives.

I may still break down and get them. Just having sticker shock. As for tracking a 4000 pound M5, whats the point.

Theo · 02-18-2009, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by hfh330i

I had Goodyear GS-D3s on my old 330i. Loved those. I'm not sure what the go for today.

Hmmm I don't remember seeing those. I'll have to check the reviews in tirerack. Thanks!

Nick M3 · 02-18-2009, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Theo

I may still break down and get them. Just having sticker shock. As for tracking a 4000 pound M5, whats the point.

It's a caveat I mention because people seem to think that tracking PS2s on any car is a good idea. And then whine about burning off the shoulder in a couple days.

zach · 02-18-2009, 01:18 PM

I just get whatever Nick recommends. I replaced my first set of PS2 rears last year, and am ordering new PS2 fronts to be mounted this spring. I like them.

Theo · 02-18-2009, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by zcasavant

I just get whatever Nick recommends. I replaced my first set of PS2 rears last year, and am ordering new PS2 fronts to be mounted this spring. I like them.

Well I never said I did not like them, I actually really do. But the high 3's for ONE rear tire. Good God!

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