happypr

I fairly new to the MB world , this is my 2nd year owning my SL550 and I LOVE IT !!!! Never had sooo many compliments with a car until this one !!! But I'm writing this thread because I had to buy new tires and after buying new rear Michelin Pilot SS and lasting about 7k miles , I figured I would try an A/S tire with a longer tread life. I was torn by by either sticking with Michelin A.S or going with a different brand altogether. After lots of reading , I deceided to go with the Toyo's. Getting then installed tomorrow. After several days I will give a short review and after a month or 2 another short review. The Toyo's do carry a 500 mile or 45 day exchange/full refund warranty. Either way I'll report back

Dave3359

I'm also going to replace my tires on my sl550 going with Michelin pilot sport 3. Had them on my bimmer great tire. Be interested to see how you like the Toyo's good luck. I to get more compliments and people staring all the time

happypr

Well, after 2 days on the new tire , LOVE THEM !! The ride is a little softer over potholes and bumps. I tried to break traction and the tires gripped. Did find out that I need a alignment ASAP. Trying to find a independent shop that can handle the job. But overall the tire has been smooth, quiet and about $250 cheap then buying the Michelin Pilot SS. Money saved will go towards the alignment job lol

Dave3359

Good to hear you like them! Like I said getting ready to replace my tires to I'm still on the original tires and I also need an alignment I need to find an Indy that does that. Any idea what alignments go for on that car not that it matters Got to do what you got to do.

happypr

Well, the local Indy shop that specializes on german cars quote me $140. I still awaiting email from dealer.

Dave3359

That's what I figured thanks for the info

Dave3359

I put the pilot sport 3 on my car today what a difference smooth and quiet and the only charged me $49. Extra to do the 4 wheel alignment so out the door $1299. Not bad for these tires