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    Question Pls help me choose New Tyres for my Mk7 GTI PP

    The time has come for some new boots - and I'm overwhelmed by choice

    Based on trawling around this forum and other tyre review places, I've got a short list that are all similarly-priced (~$300ea) and thought I'd post here to get final opinions/advice:

    - Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrical 3
    - ContiSportContact 5p
    - Dunlop Sport Maxx GT
    - Michelin Pilot Sport 4S

    I'm leaning towards the Goodyears, as they seem to be the best mix of performance and comfort. Or do i push the boat out and get the Michelins (which cost and extra $50ea)

    ps ive got the standard PP 19" wheels, tyre size 225/35ZR19

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    Pls help me choose New Tyres for my Mk7 GTI PP

    I’ve got 235/35 on 19 inch Prets on my R Wagon. I just changed to 4x Pilot Sport 4. Previously had 4x Contisport then had Hanook Ventus on the front until a puncture recently.

    You will not regret the PS4s. They have made the car both more subtle in ride and more nimble in corners. It’s hard to describe. I’m pretty sure they’re crafted from unicorn tears by French wizards high in the alps. Do it.
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    Quote Originally Posted by hardy_bm View Post
    I’ve got 235/35 on 19 inch Prets on my R Wagon. I just changed to 4x Pilot Sport 4. Previously had 4x Contisport then had Hanook Ventus on the front until a puncture recently.

    You will not regret the PS4s. They have made the car both more subtle in ride and more nimble in corners. It’s hard to describe. I’m pretty sure they’re crafted from unicorn tears by French wizards high in the alps. Do it.
    hows the road noise on them? My current Dunlop Sport Maxx GT got quite noisy as they wore down

    Though the thought of Unicorn tear tyres does sound tempting

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    Not discernibly different but I’ve only done 800 km
    Mk 7 R Wagon Wolfsburg. APR Stage 1. Removable towbar.

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    Pirelli Zero are great choice to consider, pushed to the limit and far beyond will give you a good adrenaline rush, But Michelin rubber is my next tyre change choice as my daily rides fantastic on that too.

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    the vast majority of my driving is commuting in ****ty Sydney traffic , with the odd spirited drive every now and then

    So i think i'm leaning more towards something more comfortable/quieter over adrenaline rush

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    OK i've decided that im gonna spoil myself and get the Michelin's

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    I've just put the Michelins on my TT and they are excellent, good choice
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    Quote Originally Posted by nickSFC View Post
    the vast majority of my driving is commuting in ****ty Sydney traffic , with the odd spirited drive every now and then

    So i think i'm leaning more towards something more comfortable/quieter over adrenaline rush
    Haha, let me clarify the adrenaline I found was at the VW track day sponsor was Pirelli Zero.
    Wet day, impressive stopping power and grip, had a hoot in the GTi- love to hear back when you have the new treads.

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    I replaced the Dunlop Sport Maxx GT on our GTI Performance with the Michelin PS4S and 13,000 on they are still going well. Mind you it is my wife's daily driver....
    Biscay Blue MY10.5 Passat R36 Wagon
    Options: Sunroof, RNS510 Sat Nav, Dynaudio, Power Tailgate, ACC with Front Assist, RVC, BT 9w7, Factory Tint and Factory Towbar
    Night Blue MY15.5 Golf GTI Performance
    Options: Black Vienna Leather, DAP II, Panoramic Sunroof and Voice Control (every box ticked.)

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