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Old 05-23-2012 | 06:59 PM
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All, it's time to put new tires on my '97 Turbo. I was hoping to get your collective thoughts. I am looking for:

-no track use. Strictly street driving...mostly just to and from the office
-no driving on snow (rarely ever drive in winter)
-least "harsh" ride
-attempt to find tires quiet as possible
-drive the car about 2,000 miles per year

Cost is not a large concern but should at least be considered.

Thanks!
Old 05-23-2012 | 07:17 PM
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You might try calling Tire Rack and laying out your priorities. They don't carry every brand, but should be fairly impartial.
Old 05-23-2012 | 08:02 PM
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MPS PS2 N3. w/ PSS10. Great ride quality, quiet. Very pleased.
Old 05-23-2012 | 08:37 PM
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michelin ps2
Old 05-23-2012 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Bgoldey
MPS PS2 N3. w/ PSS10. Great ride quality, quiet. Very pleased.
What does the N3 stand for?
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I am assuming these are the PS2's

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires....omCompare1=yes

what size do you get? (back vs. front ??)
Old 05-23-2012 | 09:58 PM
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Hoosiers R6. 245 and 315. :-)
Old 05-23-2012 | 10:23 PM
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I vote for yoko ad08
Old 05-23-2012 | 10:26 PM
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ps2s blow.

Pilot super sport or sumitomo HTR ZIII
Old 05-23-2012 | 10:56 PM
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Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta pending to be received for my 993tt, however have them on my MB SL55 and P 930S. Search and read reviews about this tires.
Old 05-23-2012 | 11:10 PM
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bridgestone SO2
Old 05-23-2012 | 11:22 PM
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Second the Sumi's III's.
Old 05-23-2012 | 11:42 PM
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Michelin pilot super sports
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Ps2 truly great tire.
Old 05-24-2012 | 03:00 AM
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Price not too much of an issue go with Michelin PS2s or Super Sports.

Want to save some $ then Sumi's or Hankooks. Easily take care of your needs which sounds like basic commuting to the office.


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