Time to replace tyres

[Scratchyratface]

Hi guys, keen to find out which tyres you've changed to once your factory fronts wore out, I'm currently running with the Bridgestone Potenza's but it seems there's better out there - Michelin Super Sports etc. How much have you ended up paying? I've heard about Tire Rack but I was thinking somewhere a bit more local in this instance, there are enough tyres companies around to get some price competition (you'd think anyway).

[ZIO]

I just put two new potenzas on... 400 each from Bridgestone select

[Spry]

I put Conti Contact Sport 5's on. They've lasted much longer than my original Bridgestone RE50's. Not as soft, so it rides a little harsher, but they seem to grip slightly better though.

[Scratchyratface]

thanks for the replies, the ContiSportContact 5 get a good review - Continental ContiSportContact 5 | Auto Express (online price $407)
I went to a few tyre places earlier and each one gives a different opinion, the Yokohama V105's apparently offer good grip and come in at $420, the others mentioned were the Pirelli Zero brand.
I've got a few thousand kms left on the fronts so will need to make up my mind soon.

[Martin]

The Goodyear F1A2 is an excellent tyre, can often be obtained for $200~$250 each - good for 45k+
The Michelin PS3 is another excellent choice, $320 each - good for 45k+

Here's the latest pricing/deals from Goodyear Croydon:

Goodyear F1-A2's

225/40r18 - $185/tyre (42nd Week 2013)
235/40r18 - $175/tyre (6th Week 2014)
245/35r19's - $250/tyre
235/35r19's - $270/tyre

Shipping for 4 tyres to Syd/Adel - $60, Bris - $80, Perth - $160.

Fitting/Balancing/Disposal is $19ea in store.

To take advantage of these great prices contact Rubal @ Goodyear Croydon / Croydon Tyre Service - 03 9725 4633 / 0421 155 533.

[kamold]

I got PS3s recently for $222 a corner fitted (225/40 R18s ) at Bob Jane (price match against Tempe Tyres).
Very happy with them. Had PS2s previously on my A3 which I rated.

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[BenT]

PS3s are really good. Had them on my RS Megane 225

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[Scratchyratface]

Don't seem to be able to get the PS3's in the 235/35/19 size
I will give the Goodyear Croydon guys a call tomorrow though regarding those F1-A2's

Thanks all

[shimee]

I had 4 x F1-A2's fitted 6 weeks ago. They are definitely quieter than the Potenzas, and if all reports are correct the wet weather performance is up there with the best tyres. I drove yesterday in the rain and it felt rock solid.

I don't want to rave about them too highly as of course new rubber is going to be awesome, but I am very happy.
I had 22000km on the Potenzas btw.

[vvw747]

The Michelin super sports are awesome! They give great grip but still maintain a good tread wear rating. Not sure if your local but the guys at Tyre power north Melbourne always look after me