Good tyres for Euro 17" Rims

[unity]

For people living around Wantirna in Melbourne, I have asked for a few quotes for some of the most mentioned tyres mentioned in this thread. The prices quoted are for tyre size 205/55/R16 91V fitted and balanced:

Toyo Reo Plus $ 165 each
Bridgestone RE001 $ 205 each
Bridgestone ER300 $ 189 each
Michelin PP2 $ 230 each

These are not sale/special prices so expect to find better prices than these if on special.

[tanalasta]

Resurrecting an old thread, my Yoko's C-drive have now done 35-40k and I am wondering what to replace them with next:
1. REO50's
2. Another set of Cdrive
3. The tyre shop is trying to push the Advan v103's on the basis they cost the same as the C-drive and are a better tire.

Comfort, durability and road noise are my priorities, I know all three tyres handle well.
The C-drives/Advans are around $300 a piece (17"); Potenza's $400.

Opinions?

[TONTON]

Dz101 dunlop 225/45/17

ok tyre

[The X Man]

I wouldn't choose the RE050's if comfort and road noise is an issue for you. I would consider Toyo Teo Plus.

[Xplodin]

Or the BS ER300's...

[falco]

Try Michelins. Great longevity, quiet, and apparently fuel efficient.
I wont buy anything else.

[tony1234]

Try Michelins. Great longevity, quiet, and apparently fuel efficient.
I wont buy anything else.

Although i've got the Conti Sport Contact 3s a few mates of mine have the Michelin PPS2s and say the same as falco.

[hughba]

The RE001 gets a pretty good wrap too. It just depends on your budget.

You can haggle and play a few tyre shops off against each other. Just pick a tyre and do the ring around, asking if they'll beat the last guy. If they won't, ask which tyre they will do a good deal on. They all try to push something different - depending on what they got a good deal on from their suppliers.

[V205]

Got some Bridgestone RE001 Adrenalin 225/45/17 on my Fronts with the original RE040 at the rear. I have definitely found what I'm looking for in terms of handling / ride / comfort for a street tyre. The steering response is very linear, the car holds its balance (instead of wobbling with other tyres) and stays relatively flat during a sweeping corner and you can really feel the grip on the outside of the tyres. All this with a smooth and relatively quiet roll. Love it! (PSI: 38F/36R)

The last time I found a tyre that I REALLY liked and responded in very similiar ways was the Yokohama A509 (which was a very popular tyre with around '10' year product life cycle and on a Prelude). I think it has to do with the square'ish and big shoulder blocks as well as the assymetrical design (just like the A509). So happy!! :~>

[lindz234]

Does any one know how long the RE001 last for on avg? I've heard bad things about them lasting only 15months and stuff. Also heard bad stuff about their side wall being weak?
Are the PP2 any better? worth the extra money?

[aaronng]

Does any one know how long the RE001 last for on avg? I've heard bad things about them lasting only 15months and stuff. Also heard bad stuff about their side wall being weak?
Are the PP2 any better? worth the extra money?

I put mine on in September 2007 and they are still going great today.

[Dr P]

I put on Sumitumos on wifes car and I reckon they actually go awesome considering the price...