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Hi All
Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.
What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?
Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.
Cheers
Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.
What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?
Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.
Cheers
Tabz
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I think a few members have started running Uniroyal Rainsport and like them (I think they are a good mid range rather than premium tyre). I'm currently on Goodyear Eagles and previously had Falkens (great for the money but poor mileage/wear) It will depend what sizes you are running and your mileage per year, some premium tyres like Michelin will last a lot longer, but If your tyres have cracked I'm guessing you are not a big mileage driver )
Try here for a good baseline discount price, I've used them no problems http://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=Cj0K ... ApyP8P8HAQ
I've also used Oponeo. Others have had deals from Costco & Asda.
Try here for a good baseline discount price, I've used them no problems http://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=Cj0K ... ApyP8P8HAQ
I've also used Oponeo. Others have had deals from Costco & Asda.
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Hi, im running Fulda sports on my e89, I chose them due to the quietest noise rating & haven't been disappointed
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Try Asda. Yes they do sell tyres online as I have just bought two rears fitted at a local garage and using a voucher code got 10% discount.
Cheapest price I could find for Bridgestone RFs anywhere was £209 each fitted. Asda was the same less the 10%
Cheapest price I could find for Bridgestone RFs anywhere was £209 each fitted. Asda was the same less the 10%
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Tyre choice will always divide opinion & ultimately your budget will dictate your choices .
Uni RS3s are more than capable all rounders for decent money , Kumho also worth considering if you are on a budget but don't want cackky tyres
a step up in quality but similar budget are Hankooks
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 92y-391685
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 92y-391685
these will live with the big names unless you want ultimate performance with money no object
Uni RS3s are more than capable all rounders for decent money , Kumho also worth considering if you are on a budget but don't want cackky tyres
a step up in quality but similar budget are Hankooks
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 92y-391685
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 92y-391685
these will live with the big names unless you want ultimate performance with money no object
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I bought my uniroyal RS3's online for about £360 for a set of 4 and got a local mobile fitter to fit them
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Ewazix wrote: ↑Sat May 27, 2017 7:05 pm I think a few members have started running Uniroyal Rainsport and like them (I think they are a good mid range rather than premium tyre). I'm currently on Goodyear Eagles and previously had Falkens (great for the money but poor mileage/wear) It will depend what sizes you are running and your mileage per year, some premium tyres like Michelin will last a lot longer, but If your tyres have cracked I'm guessing you are not a big mileage driver )
Try here for a good baseline discount price, I've used them no problems
http://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=Cj0K ... ApyP8P8HAQ
I've also used Oponeo. Others have had deals from Costco & Asda.
The tyre size for the E89 is 255,30,R19.
Indeed I don't drive much at all. Probably 5-6k a year if that. I am running standard tyres at the moment and would look to do the same again as run flats give too firm a ride for my liking!
My budget is about £350 including wheel alignment.
I was told on the z both front and back should be aligned once new tyres fitted. Could be being told a load of cack ?
At same time not all places have the machine advanced enough to align bmws ?
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"Cack"? It'd be 'cack' to have new tyres and not have the geometry checked.
A decent tyre place can do a BMW.
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£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?Tabz123 wrote: ↑Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All
Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.
What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?
Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.
Cheers
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mr wilks is right budget and urgency will dictate. i recently ended up with a set of nexen nfera somethings on my rears as the ones on were screwed and i needed something quick and these were in stock in the place nearby. on-line reviews give a good all round review of them and compared to the kuhmo that came off i cant tell a difference. grip for me is good, braking seems good, lets go just about where i like. much quieter and rides a bit smoother and were only 80quid each so if they are bad in the wet i wont have lost out too much.
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It was for 255,30,19s. I went in directly to ATS.benv6 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?Tabz123 wrote: ↑Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All
Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.
What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?
Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.
Cheers
Tabz
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I think (like myself) folks thought you were talking £360 for the set of 4 not just the rears if so id say that was pricey as they are available delivered for £240 then max £30 for fitting / balance ? https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-132204Tabz123 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2017 10:57 amIt was for 255,30,19s. I went in directly to ATS.benv6 wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?Tabz123 wrote: ↑Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All
Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.
What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?
Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.
Cheers
You could also consider switching sizes to 255 35 19 & have better wheel protection , more comfort & cheaper in purchase cost
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 96y-187772
For very similar £ i would consider the Hankooks as a step up https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-314862
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Thanks for the links and the advice mr Wilks. I just need to find someone who will fit them for me as I think the likes of Kwick Fit etc might turn me away?mr wilks wrote: ↑Sun May 28, 2017 12:02 pmI think (like myself) folks thought you were talking £360 for the set of 4 not just the rears if so id say that was pricey as they are available delivered for £240 then max £30 for fitting / balance ? https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-132204
You could also consider switching sizes to 255 35 19 & have better wheel protection , more comfort & cheaper in purchase cost
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 96y-187772
For very similar £ i would consider the Hankooks as a step up https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-314862
Does it matter if the rear tyres are thicker in depth than the front i.e moving from 255,30 to 255, 35. A bit more protection and road cushioning will be most welcome. Hopefully I shouldn't experience any wheel arch issues with the change in size ?
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Also I keep getting told BMWs need a Hunter machine and all 4 wheels need doing...
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If your existing tyres are wearing evenly & not experiencing any tramline or wandering issues there's no need to have alignment done after a tyre change .
The E89 arches are cavernous especially the rears , no problem at all taking 255 35 19 tyre but if you were concerned then stick with OEM numbers , ive had 19s on a E89 with 255 35 & i believe so have other members , by comparison 255 30 rubber is like a rubber band
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