Tire Decision Made...

sandd70 · #1 (**permalink**) 11-04-09, 08:00 PM

I've been running Michelin Pilot Sports. 18,000 miles. Needed new tires and I began researching here and with those in the tire business for the past 2 months.

Everyone has their opinion. I really wanted handling performance; smoothness and somewhat better mileage or cheaper tires that last the same as the Pilot Sports. I have no complaints about the Sports.

Narrowed down to Hankook; Nitto Invo and Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The guys at discount kept assuring me to give the Pilot A/S Plus a try before the others and if I wasn't happy they would exchange, etc.

First day with Pilot Sport A/S Plus and my initial reaction is that I am really happy with the performance and feel like I didn't sacrifice anything by going with A/S tire.

Jury still out. Need to put some more miles on them and see how they perform. So far the V feels great.

HartmanV · #2 (**permalink**) 11-04-09, 08:51 PM

Nice tire choice! What are you looking to get out of the tire? Obviously performance and grip will not compare to the PS2's, but do come with a nice milewage warranty! We get alot of great feedback on the Sport A/S. I run the Invo's myself and can tell you it is another great tire, closer to the performance of the PS2. I work for Discount and thank you for the business, hope you are happy!

SkullV · #3 (**permalink**) 11-04-09, 10:11 PM

Did you purchase the tires for appearance purposes?

sandd70 · #4 (**permalink**) 11-05-09, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by HartmanV

Nice tire choice! What are you looking to get out of the tire? Obviously performance and grip will not compare to the PS2's, but do come with a nice milewage warranty! We get alot of great feedback on the Sport A/S. I run the Invo's myself and can tell you it is another great tire, closer to the performance of the PS2. I work for Discount and thank you for the business, hope you are happy!

Maybe because the PS were about worn out, the A/S feel better already. I don't take the V to the track but I do drive it hard. The A/S Plus seem to be a favorite of many of the Discount locations here in North Texas. Invo's were close second. For the price I paid (209.00) per tire (matched the price I found online) it was hard to pass up on the Michelin.

sandd70 · #5 (**permalink**) 11-05-09, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SkullV

Did you purchase the tires for appearance purposes?

Not really. Although I want a tire that does look good, it wasn't the first consideration. I think that the Invo is a better looking tire. I use the V for a daily driver so I am looking for combination of handling, performance and mileage are important.

I know some guys take their cars to the track, etc. and the A/S Plus would not be the tire for that. However, I don't, so the trade-offs don't affect what I am looking for in a tire.

SkullV · #6 (**permalink**) 11-05-09, 01:36 AM

The only reason I asked is because you posted it in the appearance section of the forum. Good tire choice though!

sandd70 · #7 (**permalink**) 11-05-09, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by SkullV

The only reason I asked is because you posted it in the appearance section of the forum. Good tire choice though!

Good question. I did because the Appearance Mods has tires, lighting, etc listed. Thought this was the proper place although I have read posts in the the other sections.

Maybe the powers-that-be would move if it's appropriate?