SinCityJet

I'll be happy to change to Firestone. There are NO authorized Goodyear run-flat repair dealerships in Nevada. I've had three nails removed in the past 2+ years, and each time I cringe when the local boys manhandle the tires and wheels. (On the other hand, I have 32K miles on them!)

How could Firestone service be much worse?

Vettlldo

Holy CRAP!! I have 10,000 miles on the car now and I had the tire depth checked all around and I am now sitting @ 4/32 for all 4 tires! Those who have purchased these Firestones, please reply with an update and mileage. I really don't want to spend $1800.00 for a set of Supercar tires if the Firestone's are truly better tires.

Thanks,
Ed

Fastronaut

Good posting. What's the deal on fixing Firestone Run Flats? Are only certain dealers certified? Do they give the same kind of warranty?

Vettlldo

I pulled the trigger on a new set of Firestone tires today. I had them installed early this morning but haven't had a chance to really get a feel of the handling on the freeway (bumper to bumper CA traffic). The ride does feel a lot smoother but they are also new tires and not broken in yet.

Anyway, here is my rant: 10k miles on a set of Supercar Tires is rediculous even if they are performance tires. I didn't even get a chance to really push them to the limit at any time since purchasing my vert last December. It's really hard to justify $1800.00 for a measly 10,000 miles of wear on another set of GY Supercar tires so hopefully these tires hold up a little longer.

CAPTRKO

I have the same rant!

11,900 on the GY's! Bought set of the new Firstones ($900) and could not be happier! I think 10-12K miles on a set of $$$$ GY's is complete B.S!

I will let everyone know how much mileage I get out of the Firestones!

BADC64GO

Good report! Thanks!

Bone Daddy

Things have got to start happening with all the other major brands missing out on all these Z06 guys needing new rubber.

VETTEWIZZ

Just had a new set put on last week. These tires are way better than the Goodyears for 1/3 less money! Total cost shipped from TR was $1020.00 and additional $100 for install. They run smoother than the GY tires even when they were new. Car feels like a whole new animal; much more responsive but with smoother transitions when doing side to side maneuvers. The car tracks better in straight line driving and has a slightly smoother ride (less harsh), with way less road noise. They have alot of meat on the tread. very pleased!
PS. I got 18K on my original and second set of GY's; will be extremely pleased if I get same mileage from these!!! time will tell.

stymie222

Just got a Quote from my local Firestone Dealer here in Alabama

Fronts- 18"- $208.99 ea.
Rears- 19"- $342.99 ea
Total- $1103.96
Balance, installation, self provided 4 TPS's installation, 4 wheel alignment,
including tax- Total $1397.00.
That sure as heck not much of a savings over the Michelins
Cannot find mileage rating estimates on these Firehawks and thus no pro rating warranty.


I know that some have quoted the lower Tire Rack prices but it's hard to find a tire dealer that I would trust with my aluminum wheel installation.
I do know that the ones I do trust will be pissed that I didn't buy from them, and may charge more for the add ons.
Interested in your experiences.

HBsurfer

All of the prices noted in this thread are 9 years old. The increase in cost you are seeing on the Firestones seems pretty reasonable for the amount of time that has gone by.

stymie222

Unfortunate that no one posted what happened with these Firehawks- and if they were happy till the end.
I gather that the Michelins have had the better reviews.

HBsurfer

Almost every recent tire thread on here (there are a lot of them) has a lot of very happy Firestone users. Mine have almost 20,000 miles on them and still have a lot of life left. Quiet, good traction. No complaints,

TerryL

Here's a front @ 30,000+

dpigguy

Just passed over 35k miles with FS run-flats and have more to go! Only issue I have is tires are not as sticky as I would like and seem easier to break loose than the OEM GY's.

Zero_6

I bought a full set for $1013.66, shipping was $74.64, and total is $1088.30. My 19's came in today and probably the 18's tomorrow. I ordered them on July 5. I live in NC and tires were shipped from Midway,GA.

Ben101er

I just put the same tires on mine, about 3 weeks ago, and then put 1500 miles on them, when we took a road trip. I have the same opinion as you. They run smooth and quiet, for a run flat. They respond well, and stick good in curves. Hard to beat these for the $.

COMMANDER2OOO

I guess the old buy American is out the door when it comes to tires smh.