Should I get new tires?
12-30-2016, 07:06 PM
#16
Three Wheelin'
Costco eh? nice! I'm a member as well and in the market for some new tires. Mind if I ask how much you paid for each?
12-30-2016, 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by extanker
this must be your first car.....isn't it
12-30-2016, 08:09 PM
#18
Drifting
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The rears were $299 and the fronts were $270 and then another $70 off instant rebate from michelin. It was about 1200 all in tax and mounting disposal fee. As long as they don't ruin the wheels. I asked the person there and they said they could do it no problem. I guess I could take them to porsche and have them mounted there. Is there a reason why costs might be an issue?
12-30-2016, 08:13 PM
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12-30-2016, 08:44 PM
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The rears were $299 and the fronts were $270 and then another $70 off instant rebate from michelin. It was about 1200 all in tax and mounting disposal fee. As long as they don't ruin the wheels. I asked the person there and they said they could do it no problem. I guess I could take them to porsche and have them mounted there. Is there a reason why costs might be an issue?
12-30-2016, 11:54 PM
#21
Drifting
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12-31-2016, 01:30 AM
#22
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Originally Posted by neil.schneider
I have not been paying attention. Hmmmm. Now wait for them?
BTW if you go for PSS then buy the Ferrari homologated version. It's the best.
12-31-2016, 11:45 AM
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The rears were $299 and the fronts were $270 and then another $70 off instant rebate from michelin. It was about 1200 all in tax and mounting disposal fee. As long as they don't ruin the wheels. I asked the person there and they said they could do it no problem. I guess I could take them to porsche and have them mounted there. Is there a reason why costs might be an issue?
12-31-2016, 01:25 PM
#26
Burning Brakes
The PSS were launched in 2010. The PS4S is the successor tire. I would give them a month to see if they launch as scheduled. I was at Discount Tire reshodding our Mercedes last week and the PS4S is already in their system even though inventory level is zero.
BTW if you go for PSS then buy the Ferrari homologated version. It's the best.
BTW if you go for PSS then buy the Ferrari homologated version. It's the best.
12-31-2016, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Need4S
Actually, I've read that it's better NOT to get the Ferrari version of MPSS.
12-31-2016, 03:38 PM
#29
Here's another vote for replacing the tires before the tread is fully worn if they are aged or heat cycled. My 991.1S came with OEM Pirelli's which were original in the front but had a lot of tread left at 9K miles. Their date code was 2012, so the tires were approximately four years old. I was not too happy with the handling, so I replaced the front tires early. The handling, noise levels, and ride quality were all much improved.
I'm planning to get the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S when they become available. I read that they will be available in in January in Europe and March in the United States. I've had many sets of PSS since 2011 and am eager to see the progress Michelin has made since then.
I'm planning to get the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S when they become available. I read that they will be available in in January in Europe and March in the United States. I've had many sets of PSS since 2011 and am eager to see the progress Michelin has made since then.
01-02-2017, 07:58 PM
#30
Drifting
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Mine will be in on Wednesday. I will post my impressions about the tires and Costco when I can. Impressions will not be based on driving in warm conditions though. 