R55 Runflat bubble??? $461 to replace
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TheBigNewt wrote:
>> I've done both. RFs will cost you (at least) double is the rule of thumb, about $260/tire.<<
Where are you guys shopping for tires? TireRack.com has the OEMContis for $139 each, about HALF of what you're saying. If you're paying $260 per tire, you are flat-out throwing your money away. The OP could buy 3 brand new Contis from Tire Rack and have them mounted for what the dealer is asking for a single tire....
But, as others have already mentioned, it would probably be a good idea to contact the tire mfgr. and see if they'll replace that shoe.
A bubbled sidewall is definitely a manufacturing defect and most mfgrs. will at least offer to cover some of the cost of a replacement. It's certainly worth the time and effort to make a phone call or write a carefully-worded email...
>> I've done both. RFs will cost you (at least) double is the rule of thumb, about $260/tire.<<
Where are you guys shopping for tires? TireRack.com has the OEMContis for $139 each, about HALF of what you're saying. If you're paying $260 per tire, you are flat-out throwing your money away. The OP could buy 3 brand new Contis from Tire Rack and have them mounted for what the dealer is asking for a single tire....
But, as others have already mentioned, it would probably be a good idea to contact the tire mfgr. and see if they'll replace that shoe.
A bubbled sidewall is definitely a manufacturing defect and most mfgrs. will at least offer to cover some of the cost of a replacement. It's certainly worth the time and effort to make a phone call or write a carefully-worded email...
$400 for a Mini tire????
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Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Atlanta, GA
there are also more cost effective run flats out there. I looked into that before getting my mini. I was worried about the replacement costs. Pirelli makes one that my local tire guy sells for $160....worst case....
I got the tire warranty from my dealer and I'm thinking of dropping it for a refund. anybody have any experience with claims on the warranty?
I got the tire warranty from my dealer and I'm thinking of dropping it for a refund. anybody have any experience with claims on the warranty?
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