C5 Tech Corvette Tech/Performance: LS1 Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Nitto Tires

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 1, 2002 | 05:26 PM
  #1  
curtowens's Avatar
curtowens
Thread Starter
Instructor
 
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 171
Likes: 0
From: Lake Murray SC
Default Nitto Tires

I have been reading a lot of good things in this forum about these tires as replacements for the run flats. Quiter, cheaper etc. Where is the best place to buy them? I don't see those advertised in my area at all.
Thanks for the help.
Reply
Old Nov 1, 2002 | 05:42 PM
  #2  
vstella's Avatar
vstella
Le Mans Master
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Nov 2000
Posts: 7,294
Likes: 1
From: Coral Springs Florida
Default Re: Nitto Tires (curtowens)

Great tire at a reasonable price..I bought mine locally for $800.00 inc tax and mounted but you can get them at www.tires.com too..:D
Reply
Old Nov 1, 2002 | 05:45 PM
  #3  
keith5's Avatar
keith5
Team Owner
Supporting Lifetime
20 Year Member
Active Streak: 30 Days
Active Streak: 90 Days
Liked
 
Joined: Oct 2002
Posts: 20,161
Likes: 2
From: Spacecoast Florida
Default Re: Nitto Tires (curtowens)

http://www.discounttiredirect.com
'98 Torch Red Cpe - Put Nitto 555 Extreme's on 5K ago.
The tires are OUTSTANDING! The ride improvement over
"dumbflats" is still amazing me!
I will buy them again.....
Reply
Old Nov 1, 2002 | 08:57 PM
  #4  
Old Rotor Head's Avatar
Old Rotor Head
Melting Slicks
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 2,754
Likes: 0
From: Nokomis FL
Default Re: Nitto Tires (curtowens)

Got mine from http://www.discounttire.com. $770.00 to the door. Couldn't be happer. :D I've got 7k on them now. Still quite, smooth and with no signs of wear. I do wish they'd come in 295 or 305.
Reply
Old Nov 1, 2002 | 09:23 PM
  #5  
NJVetteGuy's Avatar
NJVetteGuy
Melting Slicks
20 Year Member
 
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 2,075
Likes: 0
From: Central NJ
Default Re: Nitto Tires (Old Rotor Head)

If you're looking for a deal, BillY2KFRC is going to be selling his Y2K chrome rims with almost new Nitto tires for around $1500 :yesnod:
Reply
Old Nov 2, 2002 | 09:23 AM
  #6  
Mean Green's Avatar
Mean Green
Team Owner
10 Year Member
 
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 58,783
Likes: 1
From: D*ck ina Box
CI III & IV Vote Ho
CI II, III, IV & V Vet
CI IV Bracket Champ
St. Jude Donor '03-'04
Default Re: Nitto Tires (NJVetteGuy)

Love mine....just wish I could get lower than 1.9xx 60' times on 'em :D
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Nitto Tires





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:41 PM.

story-0
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2

Slideshow: Should you buy a 2020-2026 Corvette or wait for 2027?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-22 10:08:58


VIEW MORE
story-1
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every Model vs Closest Competitor

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette lineup vs the world.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-20 17:58:41


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Most Common Corvette Problems of the Last 20 Years!

Slideshow: 10 major Corvette problems from the last 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-14 16:37:05


VIEW MORE
story-3
5 MOST and 5 LEAST Popular Corvette Model Years in History!

Slideshow: 5 most and least popular Corvette model years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 13:25:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Everything You Need to Know!

Slideshow: 2027 Corvette buyer's guide

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-17 16:41:08


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things C8 Corvette Owners Hate (But Won't Tell You)

Slideshow: 10 things C8 Corvette owners hate, but won't tell you.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-01 18:36:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Best Corvettes Coming to Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2026!

Slideshow: Should you add one of these incredible Corvettes to your garage?

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-01 18:14:05


VIEW MORE
story-7
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)

Slideshow: Every Corvette Grand Sport explained

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-26 07:13:44


VIEW MORE
story-8
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!

Slideshow: Breaking down the 2027 Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, Stingray, and LS6 V8.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-26 13:48:45


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!

Slideshow: 5 reasons bad drivers crash sports cars & 5 ways to avoid a costly shame!

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-25 16:32:55


VIEW MORE