apricotscrub

I got the 19" AMG staggered 5-spoke one piece Chrome rims for the 2000 S430, I need to get new tires for them, they originally had 255/40s in the front and 285/35s in the back, i was wondering if I should get the same sizes or different ones.

wmak8

I think the correct sizes should be 245-40-19 fronts and 285-35-19 rears. Both of these tires will give you an overall diameter of 26.6". 255's in the front may cause rubbing when you turn the wheels all the way to the right or left. Besides, the diameter of the 255's are bigger than the 285's. You would end up with a tire that is slightly taller in the front and your car will look like it's sagging in the rear.

sportlichE430

245-40-19 fronts and 275-35-19 rears is what I'm rolling - I thinks the 285 size is hard to come by

wmak8

TireRack shows 3 different brand/model tires for 285-40-19 and only 2 different brand/model tires for 275-40-19. But they do have a matching set of Dunlop SP9000 in 245-40-19 for $216.00 and 275-35-19 for $225.00. I think they're on sale right now. Better grab them quick.

apricotscrub

are u sure u can change the tire sizes, doesnt it have to match the rim, i was recommended to keep these sizes by a mechanic.

sportlichE430

YES - this is the set I have. Check out tirerack.com or give them a call - they're good

Kar don

did your S-class come with the sport package? looks good!

wmak8

I don't think it has the sport package. The AMG rear apron is much smoother. It is harder to tell on a black car.