W203E35

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

t1n0

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.

Glyn M Ruck

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.

paypaboi

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
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kiamcoj

What's retail?

paypaboi

was quoted $185 from a local shop.

bdgdl08

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.

LinDenKid

tell him you'll give him 250 , for both

paypaboi

that's what i was kinda thinking dude...thats why i wanted to ask

aznmode

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.

kc2007

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!

paypaboi

yokohama s drives

LinDenKid

Toyo tires

HellsAngel

this website is expensive.

paypaboi

He took $250...had to twist his arm a little bit. He has 2 more if anyone is interested 225/19

capt_paul

Tire Rack has great prices for tires and wheels. I got the Dunlop Direzza Z1 Sport Spec tires when I replaced my tires.

maverik259

toyo t1R are awesome...never felt so much confidence when cornering or braking!

Nokiemon

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.

aznmode

+1

aznmode

Does that price include tires? If not maybe get it from these folks. I've never personally bought from them but a friend who owns a car stereo shop gave me that site when I was first trying to get AMG replicas.

http://www.finishlinewheels.com/spec...MERCEDES+CARS/

aznmode

I just purchased these from tirerack and they've been on about 5 days. I'll check and post pics with a quarter. Great tires btw. Love em.

phoenix_iii

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.

aznmode

Ok here you go. I measured using the center grove.

Front


Rear

aznmode

Front $172.00 each
Rear $219.00 each

maverik259

the sport coems with 17" wheels stock... the ones you see in the photo above actually