The 476,327th "What do I get for replacement tires?" question
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07-15-2013, 02:11 PM
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The 476,327th "What do I get for replacement tires?" question
First tires needed for 2012 MINI Coupe. Front tires only are at 3/32", so it's tire shopping time. Stock 15" wheels.
I have 33K miles in just over a year, largely freeway miles. Between 40 miles each way to work and several drives to Vegas and back, I've put quite a few miles on.
I live in San Francisco and I don't have to worry about winter weather. My primary goals for new tires:
Sorry all you performance hounds. My MINI performs quite well enough, and I want tires that are going to last a long time and aren't going to cost me an arm and a leg. I'm looking for the best 2-3 suggestions that will meet my goal.
I have 33K miles in just over a year, largely freeway miles. Between 40 miles each way to work and several drives to Vegas and back, I've put quite a few miles on.
I live in San Francisco and I don't have to worry about winter weather. My primary goals for new tires:
- Low rolling resistance
- Long lasting
- Cost
Sorry all you performance hounds. My MINI performs quite well enough, and I want tires that are going to last a long time and aren't going to cost me an arm and a leg. I'm looking for the best 2-3 suggestions that will meet my goal.
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07-15-2013, 02:34 PM
Depends on the convience factor and hand holding you need/want....the where to buy part...a big factor in $$$.
Getting them online...then shipping to a local installer is a $$ saver...but you must do some legwork....and shipping costs vary based upon location...so lowest price for one is not the same as warehouse locations varry...tirerack is popular... But last time I had great luck with tirebuyer.com....YMMV.
Brand and model, along with size is another huge question....will be different for everybody....
First question I have is...what tire do you have now...OEM fittment does vary!
Getting them online...then shipping to a local installer is a $$ saver...but you must do some legwork....and shipping costs vary based upon location...so lowest price for one is not the same as warehouse locations varry...tirerack is popular... But last time I had great luck with tirebuyer.com....YMMV.
Brand and model, along with size is another huge question....will be different for everybody....
First question I have is...what tire do you have now...OEM fittment does vary!
#3
07-21-2013, 11:41 PM
Some tires to fit your 15" OEM rims.
High Performance All Season tire
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3
175/65-15 $94 each, 500 treadwear, 18 lbs, this OEM size gives low resistance
This is a new Michelin tire and a good value.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor
175/65-15 $77 each, 560 treadwear, 18 lbs, good ride, good value.
Grand Touring All Season tires
Bridgestone Ecopia EP422
175/65-15 $81 each, 480 treadwear, 17 lbs, quiet and smooth riding, good mpg, light weight.
General Altimax HP
175/65-15 $72 each, 440 treadwear, 15 lbs, super light, very good ride quality
You can search tirerack.com for your options in 175/65-15
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...65&diameter=15
The OEM tire size allows for lighter weight, much less rolling resistance vs the alternative tire sizes of-
185/65-15
195/60-15
205/55-15
If you decide to go with tirerack.com try emailing Alex@tirerack.com or the toll free number and extention 294
High Performance All Season tire
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3
175/65-15 $94 each, 500 treadwear, 18 lbs, this OEM size gives low resistance
This is a new Michelin tire and a good value.
Yokohama AVID ENVigor
175/65-15 $77 each, 560 treadwear, 18 lbs, good ride, good value.
Grand Touring All Season tires
Bridgestone Ecopia EP422
175/65-15 $81 each, 480 treadwear, 17 lbs, quiet and smooth riding, good mpg, light weight.
General Altimax HP
175/65-15 $72 each, 440 treadwear, 15 lbs, super light, very good ride quality
You can search tirerack.com for your options in 175/65-15
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...65&diameter=15
The OEM tire size allows for lighter weight, much less rolling resistance vs the alternative tire sizes of-
185/65-15
195/60-15
205/55-15
If you decide to go with tirerack.com try emailing Alex@tirerack.com or the toll free number and extention 294
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