View Poll Results: What Tires are the best?
Goodyear
21
5.92%
Toyo
28
7.89%
Michelin
140
39.44%
Continental
43
12.11%
Falken
25
7.04%
Pirelli
43
12.11%
Other
55
15.49%
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W203/CL203/S203 TIRE Discussion Thread - Every question on TIRES
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2006 C350 Sport 6MT
Just got back from a little 'torque therapy'. One more great thing about the PS2's: They don't slip when launching full throttle with traction control (ESP) off, which means 100% power transfer to the road.
I'm getting old...my biggest thrill this week was a great deal on some great tires. That's sad.
I'm getting old...my biggest thrill this week was a great deal on some great tires. That's sad.
I have the Pirelli Neros and when I do a full throttle launch with the ESP off it doesn't slip as well (w203 350).
19x8.5 and 19x9.5
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From: The Land of self-moderated Anarchy
Black on Black stock ' 03 C32
Well, it's not really a direct comparison, if you are talking about the C350 with 9.5" wide rear tires listed on your post.
According to mfg data, the C32's E32 engine produces 332 ft-lbs of torque, while the C350's E35 engine produce 269 ft-lbs of torque. Also, your rear tires are an inch wider than my stock 8.5" width rears.
PS: With Conti ProContact, ProContact 2's, and General UHP (Ugh!) all three would slip on a full throttle launch, even on hot days (Above 90F) with dry asphalt and warmed up tires. Those are my comparisons because those are what I have used in the last 18 months. I could not say that PS2's are the only one that won't slip; I am sure there are other tires (the F1, Potenzas, PZero's) that would probably not slip either. I have a brand new Pirelli PZero in my trunk which is probably the original spare, because I believe that's what my car with from the factory (I bought it used 18 months ago with ProContact 2's).
I'm just so happy with the way it rides now with PS2's all around, it really is a joy to drive.
According to mfg data, the C32's E32 engine produces 332 ft-lbs of torque, while the C350's E35 engine produce 269 ft-lbs of torque. Also, your rear tires are an inch wider than my stock 8.5" width rears.
PS: With Conti ProContact, ProContact 2's, and General UHP (Ugh!) all three would slip on a full throttle launch, even on hot days (Above 90F) with dry asphalt and warmed up tires. Those are my comparisons because those are what I have used in the last 18 months. I could not say that PS2's are the only one that won't slip; I am sure there are other tires (the F1, Potenzas, PZero's) that would probably not slip either. I have a brand new Pirelli PZero in my trunk which is probably the original spare, because I believe that's what my car with from the factory (I bought it used 18 months ago with ProContact 2's).
I'm just so happy with the way it rides now with PS2's all around, it really is a joy to drive.
Last edited by t1n0; May 23, 2009 at 03:01 AM.
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From: Llandudno, Cape Town, South Africa
late 2009 CLK 350 Coupe Elegance, '65 Jaguar S Type wires
IMHO the PS2s & the Exalto PE2s are the best tyres for these cars. The Conti's are a disaster - noisy, crap turn in, poor grip etc. Threw mine off under half worn at 17,000Km in disgust!
I think the F1 Asymmetric's (which are a Michelin copy) are a darn good cheaper option. I will personally only run Michelin.
I think the F1 Asymmetric's (which are a Michelin copy) are a darn good cheaper option. I will personally only run Michelin.
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03 W203, 13 E350, 13 W204, 14 C218
How Much are these S-Drives worth?
This guy on craigslist is selling his and I was going to buy them off of him he claims he only had them on for two weeks...Im not really sure how to manage tire thread but he wants $300 for two.
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1999 CLK320 (sold), 2007 C230 SS (gone), 2000 Grand Marquis, 2011 CR-Z, stay tuned...
Man, the tread looks a little low. I think I'd just fork over 70 more bucks and get brand new ones. Or check tire rack, you might even get the same price on there.
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From: California
03 W203, 13 E350, 13 W204, 14 C218
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From: San Jose, CA
2010 c300
So I just upgraded my stocks to ST4 Sport Edition (AMG style) 19 x 8.5 fronts 19 x 9.5 rears with Yokohamas S Drive tires. Not a bad price. I just hope the tires are quiet. I couldn't find wheel locks on their site though. Any recommendation on where I can get em. I suppose I could do a search first.
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Bla bla
Upgrading my wheels & tires, a lot of questions!!
I have a C230 Sport purchased in 2007. I have the following questions!! Thanks! 
1) I have the 17 inch standard Sport wheels with tires on, these are Michelin Primacy tires, fronts are in GOOD condition, rear are worn and need to be replaced. I want to sell them once I have new wheels and tires put on. One wheel has two scratches (touched up), another has road rash (also touched up), the other two wheels are like new. How much can I reasonably expect to get out them if I was to sell them as is?
2) Any one has experience with www.mercedesbenzwheel.com from Miami FL??
What do you think of these AMG replicas? See link below. They are 18s and run about $1100 plus $112 for shipping.
http://www.mercedesbenzwheel.com/c-c...e-mbz-455.html
3) I don't like the tread wear of these factory Michelin Primacy tires but still want a high performance summer set up. Any recommendation of tire model? I like to keep the cost down, so what is a really good choice without dropping all my savings on them??
Thanks!
1) I have the 17 inch standard Sport wheels with tires on, these are Michelin Primacy tires, fronts are in GOOD condition, rear are worn and need to be replaced. I want to sell them once I have new wheels and tires put on. One wheel has two scratches (touched up), another has road rash (also touched up), the other two wheels are like new. How much can I reasonably expect to get out them if I was to sell them as is?
2) Any one has experience with www.mercedesbenzwheel.com from Miami FL??
What do you think of these AMG replicas? See link below. They are 18s and run about $1100 plus $112 for shipping.
http://www.mercedesbenzwheel.com/c-c...e-mbz-455.html
3) I don't like the tread wear of these factory Michelin Primacy tires but still want a high performance summer set up. Any recommendation of tire model? I like to keep the cost down, so what is a really good choice without dropping all my savings on them??
Thanks!
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From: California
03 W203, 13 E350, 13 W204, 14 C218
yokohama s drives
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03 W203, 13 E350, 13 W204, 14 C218
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2013 C350 Coupe, 2005 C230K Kleemann Sedan, 2013 GLK350 4matic
Tire Rack has great prices for tires and wheels. I got the Dunlop Direzza Z1 Sport Spec tires when I replaced my tires.
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From: Northern CA
CLK55 AMG, SL55 AMG, C55 AMG
Love the Toyo t1r's but have also had great luck with Nexus summer tires, a Dunlop product.
Good tread rating, great stick, quite and good ride for a good price.
I moved up to 18's on my 230k sedan and saw a big difference when I replaced the Michelin's like you currently have now.
Good tread rating, great stick, quite and good ride for a good price.
I moved up to 18's on my 230k sedan and saw a big difference when I replaced the Michelin's like you currently have now.
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From: San Jose, CA
2010 c300
I have a C230 Sport purchased in 2007. I have the following questions!! Thanks!
1) I have the 17 inch standard Sport wheels with tires on, these are Michelin Primacy tires, fronts are in GOOD condition, rear are worn and need to be replaced. I want to sell them once I have new wheels and tires put on. One wheel has two scratches (touched up), another has road rash (also touched up), the other two wheels are like new. How much can I reasonably expect to get out them if I was to sell them as is?
2) Any one has experience with www.mercedesbenzwheel.com from Miami FL??
What do you think of these AMG replicas? See link below. They are 18s and run about $1100 plus $112 for shipping.
http://www.mercedesbenzwheel.com/c-c...e-mbz-455.html
3) I don't like the tread wear of these factory Michelin Primacy tires but still want a high performance summer set up. Any recommendation of tire model? I like to keep the cost down, so what is a really good choice without dropping all my savings on them??
Thanks!
1) I have the 17 inch standard Sport wheels with tires on, these are Michelin Primacy tires, fronts are in GOOD condition, rear are worn and need to be replaced. I want to sell them once I have new wheels and tires put on. One wheel has two scratches (touched up), another has road rash (also touched up), the other two wheels are like new. How much can I reasonably expect to get out them if I was to sell them as is?
2) Any one has experience with www.mercedesbenzwheel.com from Miami FL??
What do you think of these AMG replicas? See link below. They are 18s and run about $1100 plus $112 for shipping.
http://www.mercedesbenzwheel.com/c-c...e-mbz-455.html
3) I don't like the tread wear of these factory Michelin Primacy tires but still want a high performance summer set up. Any recommendation of tire model? I like to keep the cost down, so what is a really good choice without dropping all my savings on them??
Thanks!
http://www.finishlinewheels.com/spec...MERCEDES+CARS/
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From: San Jose, CA
2010 c300
This guy on craigslist is selling his and I was going to buy them off of him he claims he only had them on for two weeks...Im not really sure how to manage tire thread but he wants $300 for two.
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/001CR2-6.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/002CR2-2.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/003CR2-4.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/004CR2-5.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/006CR2-2.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/007CR2-2.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/001CR2-6.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/002CR2-2.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/003CR2-4.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/004CR2-5.jpg
http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k1...e/006CR2-2.jpg
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2007 ML350
My car came with 16''s... Do people upgrade just for looks? Is 17'' more ideal? The car will be for DD, and 16''s seem to be a good compromise between traction and and mpg.
Summer tires/wheels from April-Oct, and winter tires/wheels for the rest.
Summer tires/wheels from April-Oct, and winter tires/wheels for the rest.
