Hello all,

I've got a 2016 F56 JCW 2DR Hardtop with 18" wheels that's still running the stock 205/40-18 run-flats.

When I had my 2008 R56 JCW I was running BF Goodrich KDW-NT's which I *loved*. Doesn't appear they are still available in a compatible size. I'm looking for something, presumably non run-flat, that has outstanding wet traction (I live in Portland, OR). Prefer tires with at least a little durability so I'm not having to replace them all the time.

Any thoughts?

Thanks for the help!

 

The Michelin Sports all season tires are great I understand....looking at those for my JCW on a second set of wheels.

 

Hi Brad.

Thought about trying an SCCA Track Night at PIR? I know there's one coming up soon.

Consumer Reports might provide some guidance, too:

http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2...r-reports.html

Drive Hard. Drive Safe. Keep Grinning.

 

I'd cal Michelin Pilot Sport AS 3 + the best handling all season tire we sell. They aren't outstanding in snow, but the trade off is worth it if you only need light snow capability. They are much better than their previous version in snow.

 

14K on OEM Pirelli's and developed two bubbles in rear left sidewall. No help from dealer so started shopping. Am going with the Michelin Pilot Sport AS 3+ mentioned above. Will have installed next week when they arrive and will report back in as to how they feel. I have a 2016 f-56 JCW as well.

 

Pirelli has a very good hazard warranty on their runflat tires. Even if just to have a spare, I'd contact them and make a claim. My wife got a brand new tire about a year into having her Countryman for free when a railroad spike wound up in one of them. No cost, they even paid for mounting and balancing.

The dealership was no help, since they're not a Pirelli dealership, but a local tire shop was happy to get paid by them to do the work.

--Matt

 

Thanks for the info Matt. I'll definitely check on it.