I purchased a 2001 vert last fall and it needs some tires. What is the going trend for them, would appreciate input from members please. They would have to be run flat type. Thank you.

 

I see that you're a Senior CF member...I'm just a newbie, so who am I to give advice, right?!? But why run-flats, other than the obvious answer 'to be able to get to a repair shop on a damaged tire". When I got my 2003 AE 8 yrs ago, first thing I did that upcoming summer was dump the run-flats and at that time went with a set of Hankook Ventus V12's (the latest model is the Ventus V12 Evo2 K120)....Biggest smile on may face as I drove away from the tire place. Top off, windows down and a SMOOTH and QUIET ride at last... Only a nice weather & weekend driver and never an issue with a flat, knock on wood....That's what AAA is for anyway!

 

Since I don't have run flats on my 02 Z, I can't speak from first-hand experience, but a friend of mine has run flats on his 99 vert and he HATES them. He said they were very rough riding and noisy. He intends to get rid of them ASAP. Anecdotal I know, but you asked for input.

 

Yea...I would suggest an other time than a run flat. Like the old saying "if you can afford a corvette, you can afford a tow truck" lol

But they don't ride as good, I would recommend getting the TOYO Proxies. Cost around $675-700 buck a set in C5Z 17/18 OEM Fitment. They are quite, ride great and wear very well.

 

If your heart is set on run-flats, it's seems a number of members have had very favorable experiences and comments about the Michelin Pilot A/S Plus ZP over the years. I personally can't add any of my own experiences because I've never owned a car with run-flats.

Personally, I'd rather have a dedicated pure tire that may have weather restrictions and less life overall but, the ride, grip, and less road noise is a huge plus....Just my .02....good luck in your search.

 

Since nobody here answered your question, but all seem to be experts on run flats (without having them, of course) I'll try to answer. The original Goodyear's gave run flats a terrible reputation because they were loud and had a terrible ride. I had those. I don't know what they are like now. My second set were Kuhmo's (sp?) They were pretty good compared to the Goodyear's. Fairly quiet, good traction and a nice ride. After hearing so much about the Michelin PS2's I purchased a set of those. They sure are proud of that name, though. Expensive, noisy, and wore out fairly soon. I would never buy another set. Did I say that they sure are proud of the name? I tried to get another set of Kuhmo's, but they were not available in my size (stock) wheels. I don't know about now. Right now I am running Pirelli's (sp?) I've had them for a couple of years now, maybe 8000 miles and they're not terrible. I forgot to mention all of them were all weather run flats. To me, the Kuhmo's were the best bang for the buck. I've had 3 flat repairs in the past 12 or 13 years I've owned c5's, so it doesn't happen often, but it has happened and I like my run flats. I run to much across the Nevada desert in the summer time to worry about a flat in the middle of nowhere. I think some of these guys have stock in AAA, also.

 

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If you like the security runflats offer, Michelin makes a good tire and there are probably other manufacturers out there that also offer runflats.

I ditched my Goodyear runflats many years ago due to the rough ride and high road noise. I switched to a set of Hankook Ventus V12 EVOs (non-runflats) and have been very pleased with their performance. There are a lot of choices available in non-runflats so do some research before you decide.

 

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ ZP is the newest technology in run flat tires. Right now one of the best tires you can put on your car. All these responses you have heard about run-flats are true, Except they are in reference to a tire that right now is over 20 years old in that technology. So all that is out dates experience. This tire i have stated has been on my car a year now and for my application is perfect. I don't track my car although the ratings are good on traction. The noise level is not a problem. And the ride is good. Remember it is a sports car. Im 64 years old and like the security they provide. I have owned my car 20 years now and had those GY tires on it and they were terrible. And once they got old they were even worse. So what these owners are telling you is that they were on these GY tire long after there time had come and gone. The new tires were just over a $1000 out the door at Costco with a 30000 mile warranty. It is your car and you do what is right for you. You Stated that you were interested in run flats and this is my experience of 20 years with them.

 

You know as well as i do there are no guarantees that any where you stop for a tire they are going too have corvette sizes on their rack. I would not want to be in the desert with a flat and a repair kit as my back up. No guarantees your way either. Your scenario is always a dooms day one when it come to run flat. Things are not always as good as they sound or as bad.

 

You are right there are no guarantees in anything we do. When it comes to the 50 mile limit on a flat. Do you really think that at 50 miles it will just blow apart. In the real world that run-flat at a reduced speed will probably get you were you need to go. No?

 

Dude your funny. I am not disputing that "You May Have experienced internal damage". You said your trips take you further than 50 miles from a repair station and that was what i responded to. Mr. google you did not disappoint.

 

, I guess not. Have a nice one.

 

My preference would be the Michelin Pilot Sport run-flats. I have them and contrary to the early GY's that these cars came with they are quiet, no noticeable road noise and provide good traction for pleasure driving. Many on this Forum are very vocal in their preference for non run-flats, but it comes down to personal preference and I run them for my own "peace of mind". There's pros and cons to both and you have to decide what you're most comfortable with.
If you decide on run-flats, the Michelin's seem to be the choice in today's market that most go with!

 

 

Again, 99% of the answers on here don't respond to the guy's question and most just want to state their opinions, even if they are off base. He said they had to be run flats. Period. I think I will add this to the list of questions never to ask on here, such as:
1. How much is my car worth?
2. Did I get a good deal?
3. What do you think of my mods?

 

I put a set of Michelin Pilot Sport A/S ZP on my '99 last fall. I've made one 1200 mile trip plus lots of local driving, and I've been very pleased. I don't find them to be noisy (at least over the full stainless exhaust ), and find them to be as responsive as I need for every day driving. I have another set of wheels and tires I could use if I wanted to Xcross, but for every day driving and long distance trips I appreciate the fact I don't have to wait hours for a tow truck (and it always seems that if I have a problem it's a midnight, in the middle of nowhere).
Best wishes with your choice.

 

Thanks to All for your insight.