Upgrade Your Classics With Improved Porsche-Manufactured Tires

By Tony Markovich - April 22, 2016

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The side of a tire is a valuable and informational piece of real estate on cars. From the writing on the rubber walls, you can determine things like the traction rating, the maximum inflation pressure, the size, and the width of the tire. And now, on certain special sets of tires, you might have some extra markings, like the letter “N.”

From here on out, the letter “N” on a tire on a Porsche represents a tire that is a certified factory Pirelli and Porsche collaboration release. This is important, because Porsche just announced that you’ll see the “N” on entire sets of rubber specifically designed for classic-model Porsches.

According to da Germans, 70% of Porsches are still drivable. With this in mind, Porsche decided it was necessary to develop tires that were period correct, but with the proper performance abilities of modern advancements. Hey purists, they’re lookin’ at you.

“The driving properties in the early years were not as full or balanced as they are today,” said legendary racer Walter Röhrl. “The new generation of tires is more fitting than ever to the driving style of a challenging sports car.”

These releases include cars between 1959 and 2005 — Porsche 356s (B and C), Boxsters (986), 911s (G model, 964, 993, and 996), 924s, 928s, 944s, and 968s. Porsche and Pirelli also developed tires for historics racing, a semi-slick called the P Zero Trofeo R, which is available in 16 or 18 inches.

Altogether, there are 2,200 total recommendation options for all company models and all tire types. Hit up Porsche if you’re interested.