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Offline lloydy88

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grippy road tyres??
« on: June 17, 2019, 02:09:41 pm »
hi guys

Just had first MOT done in the relatively short ownership of my GTI, it flew through as I expected but a couple of the tyres are nearing their limit.

What would people recommend I get when buying new tyres? I wont be doing any track driving but plenty of fast A & B road driving. I'm looking for something that's equally as good in the wet and dry, summer & winter, also looking for something with a bit of durability so I can get plenty of life out of them. Not asking much right? haha! Reason I want something to do a bit of everything is my budget simply wont stretch to having summer and winter tyres.

any recommendations will be greatly appreciated!!

cheers!! 

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2019, 02:39:18 pm »
I vouch for Michelin Pilot Sport 4’s. Incredible tyres, changes the whole car.
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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2019, 02:42:36 pm »
I use Bridgestone potenza’s but they seem to be marmite tires  :rolleye:

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2019, 03:37:54 pm »
I'll add those to the list of potentials, cheers guys! much research needed!  :thinking:

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #4 on: June 17, 2019, 03:49:05 pm »
From all the reviews I’ve read on here... the next set of tyres I buy will be Michelin PS4’s


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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #5 on: June 17, 2019, 03:52:50 pm »
+1 for Michelin PS4. These tyres outperforms my bravery level (at least for now!!!)


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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2019, 04:23:11 pm »
Having searched on the forum the general consensus seems to point towards the Michelins, quick search had them at £104 per corner but found them for £90 after some further digging...not too bad!

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2019, 04:29:01 pm »
Like I said Bridgestones are marmite but I really rate them and I am not a Mr slow!
Not tried p4’s so cannot comment but if your looking for decent cheaper tires try here

https://www.oponeo.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImfKAierw4gIVlobVCh3NawxJEAAYASAAEgKduvD_BwE

Or

https://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxeDDq-rw4gIVxbztCh27uwN6EAAYASAAEgJJTvD_BwE


Used both so can recommend

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2019, 04:32:49 pm »
www.oponeo.co.uk
I've found these to be the best to source tyres from.

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #9 on: June 17, 2019, 04:34:23 pm »
Michelin Pilot Sport 4's as well. There are similar performing tyres but as an all round they are great.

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2019, 04:35:04 pm »
 awesome guys, going to spend some time checking prices and reviews then guess I'll have to part with some cash!!!  :doh:

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2019, 06:06:22 pm »
PS4... brilliant tyre

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #12 on: June 17, 2019, 11:26:13 pm »
Another vote for the PS4  :happy2:

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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #13 on: June 19, 2019, 12:02:22 pm »
Moved from continental to PS4 about 4 years ago.Very similar tyres but Costco usually have the PS4's on offer so i have stuck with them.
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Re: grippy road tyres??
« Reply #14 on: June 19, 2019, 01:06:59 pm »
Btw those of you who have PS4’s.. How long do they tend to last? I just got mine on like a month ago and tread seems to be getting eaten  :smiley:
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