Had a set of Hankook V12 Ventus (also listed as EVO) on my Polo GTI last week and i must admit im quite impressed. I wasnt expecting masses due to the price tag having run Dunlop Sport Maxx's, Pirelli P Zero Nero's and recently Goodyear F1 Eagles...
Why: Because 225bhp through the front tyres of a Polo means I get through alot
Sourcing: I found that
www.camskill.co.uk offered the most competitive price however my local Dexel branch matched the price which included fitting and balancing.
Other versions: for the 205/45/16 alloys I currently run there is a big price gap between some pretty unknown brand tyres and the more "house hold" brands we all know and love (Conti, Yoko's, Toyo's etc etc) As for a like for like comparison the closest I found that could be considered a comparison at the time listed on Camskill were Toyo Proxes but still £15 a corner dearer. Arguably a better tyre but potentially a softer compound?
Plus Points: Initially price. However as driving has discovered a good, composed, comfortable tyre that gives me the same cornering confidence I gained when using any of the previously mentioned tyres. Tread Pattern isnt too bad either.
Minus Points: I imagine that time will show me more of a clear difference between this tyre and a premium brand tyre however current performance hasnt revealed any negatives for me.
Summary: Very pleased with the results especially with the price tag.
Would be interested to know if anyone else has had or has Hankooks?
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