Hi All
I'm new to the forum and have just bought an '07 Mk5 GTI in Shadow Blue with DSG running on standard 17 inch wheels.
I'm loving it's performance and all round practicality...however, my only gripe is the tyre noise which is driving me insane...I bought it from a VW dealer who stuck a new front tyre on it (Nexen N6000) but may have compounded the problem. Basically the setup I have is:
Bridgestone Potenza RE050 225/45/R17 (2 Rear tyres)
Nexen N6000 225/45/ZR17 (Front Right Tyre)
Goodyear Excellence 225/45/R17 (Front Left Tyre)
I don't suppose the mix of tyres is helping but can anyone recommend a performant but quiet tyre to replace any of the above?
Also, does anyone know if any of the above tyres are a particularly hard compound which may be making the problem worse? I think the tyre wear at present is good as the VW dealer wouldn't have sold it under warranty without a decent amount of tread (i.e. 5mm upwards).
Many thanks
Russ