After reading all the posts and info posted by all the forum members and Alex from Tire Rack,
I Finally picked out my new 16" winter-ish tires last Thursday.
Went online to Tire Rack and made my order.
They showed up less than 24 hours later.
Mounted on my car by the end of business Friday.

And thanks to the forum members for posting their ideas and experiences.
Very happy with non run flat 205/55/16 for my winter S tires.
Much more comfy for the potholes than the old 17" run flat wheels.

Thanks Alex and the whole Tire Rack gang.

 

Alex hooked me up a few years back, and it's quite nice to have a MINI expert on hand. Not just for initial selection, but troubleshooting. Helped me sort out rubbing and fitment issues and how to sand it down and such. Worked GREAT!

 

What brand of tires did you get?

Good you got hooked up.

Don

 

I ordered a set of winter shoes from Alex last week. They came the next day, great service for sure.

Pirelli Snow Control 190 in 185/65/15 size. Bring on the snow! Well not for a couple of months please.

 

Glad to help!

 

I went with 205/55/16 Goodyear RS-A
Definitly a little softer on the potholes and they'll be good for my fall/winter motoring.

 

More props to Alex.

Went with BFG g-Force Super Sport 205/55R16s this past week. Me likey!!! Softer ride, but with plenty of grip.