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JMO, but I'd recommend the Hankook Ventus tires. I've been running them on my car for about three years and they are excellent tires and the price is right.
Le Mans Master
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Michelin run flats - about $1500 . . .Nitto 555's about $750 - - -your choice.
Thousands of posts on this subject if you select the search feature on the upper right and enter tire brand name. It'll get you more info more quickly.
Thousands of posts on this subject if you select the search feature on the upper right and enter tire brand name. It'll get you more info more quickly.
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My coupe when I first got it had nearly new Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval and I thought they sucked, poor handling and loud. I got C6GS reproduction 18/19" wheels and C6 stock size Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires (non-run flats), world of difference. Handle great and whisper quiet. Over $1200 for the tires tho at Discount Tire.
If I couldn't have afforded the Michelin's, I would have gone with the Hankook's or Nitto's.
If I couldn't have afforded the Michelin's, I would have gone with the Hankook's or Nitto's.
Last edited by Mr Russ; Sep 22, 2014 at 03:26 PM.
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The difference in sound is amazing, and the ride is much better. I got mine at Tire rack and had them delivered and mounted for 530 bucks total.
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My coupe when I first got it had nearly new Firestone Firehawk Wide Oval and I thought they sucked, poor handling and loud. I got C6GS reproduction 18/19" wheels and C6 stock size Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires (non-run flats), world of difference. Handle great and whisper quiet. Over $1200 for the tires tho at Discount Tire.
If I couldn't have afforded the Michelin's, I would have gone with the Hankook's or Nitto's.
If I couldn't have afforded the Michelin's, I would have gone with the Hankook's or Nitto's.
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From: Boise Idaho
Running Nitto 555's, have about 10K miles so far.
They are quiet and good riding. I drive from Boise Id to Palm Springs Ca at least once a year, I like them enough to replace with same when time comes.
They are quiet and good riding. I drive from Boise Id to Palm Springs Ca at least once a year, I like them enough to replace with same when time comes.
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