Level 7 Boss Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Hi gents I want to change my tyres as there were ditch finders on my Z when purchased. I'm considering the above tyres, would love to hear some feedback on those that have used them and of course I'll be seeking approval from our resident expert Ekonda. Unfortunately I can't stretch to super sports but want a good midrange tyre, with decent wet/dry grip and decent wear levels. Alterative suggestions welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxi-glasgow Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 A few years ago I bought a set of GT4 wheels off a member on here and they had the Avons, have never looked back since. Never lost traction even though pushing it on a bit, albeit I don't drive to extremes, and very good price compared the premium tyres. Fortunately when I bought my Roadster the lady had brand new Z33's installed all round, and grip is superb round my daily commute country roads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Kumho KU39's are worth a shout. A few members have them and only good reviews so far, including from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Ekona will say, stretch for mpss it's only a tank of fuel difference which I do agree with but not always possible. Tbh I've never used those toyos but the rain sports don't suit heavy cars IMO. Can you not get fk453's or maybe the new vred venti? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hensh65 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 How much are you looking to spend at each corner? there is a couple of sites I have found that you can get your hands on MPSS without breaking the bank. Tyre universe and i love tyres being the best I have seen at around 150 per corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aidan Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 FWIW - Avons ZZ3s on a S4, Golf GTI and Evo 8 and never had an issues - great tyres IMO. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pnthrblkzs Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 How much are you looking to spend at each corner? there is a couple of sites I have found that you can get your hands on MPSS without breaking the bank. Tyre universe and i love tyres being the best I have seen at around 150 per corner. Just had a look here, thanks for the tip. Love Tyres = average if not a little expensive at £170 ish each corner Tyre universe = £644.02 plus free delivery for 4 18'' standard staggered sizes. I was looking the other day for tyres and think blackcircles prices seemed similar to tyre universe iirc, i threw out the post-it note this morning with my research on sadly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Ekona will say, stretch for mpss it's only a tank of fuel difference which I do agree with but not always possible. But it is, if you're running a 350Z. If you can afford the fuel + VED + insurance +servicing, then making sure it's on decent boots is the least of your problems! But anyway, without going down that route I would say that the Avons are the best choice there by some margin. I wouldn't even consider the other two. I would chuck in the Falken FK453 to the mix though. Also, Ekonda is an awesome name, I may change mine to that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hensh65 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 How much are you looking to spend at each corner? there is a couple of sites I have found that you can get your hands on MPSS without breaking the bank. Tyre universe and i love tyres being the best I have seen at around 150 per corner. Just had a look here, thanks for the tip. Love Tyres = average if not a little expensive at £170 ish each corner Tyre universe = £644.02 plus free delivery for 4 18'' standard staggered sizes. I was looking the other day for tyres and think blackcircles prices seemed similar to tyre universe iirc, i threw out the post-it note this morning with my research on sadly. What sizes where you looking for, I saw half decent prices for I love tyres the other day ? maybe they change daily I bought 2 MPSS of tyre universe, very happy with them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pnthrblkzs Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 [What sizes where you looking for, I saw half decent prices for I love tyres the other day ? maybe they change daily I bought 2 MPSS of tyre universe, very happy with them 225/45/r18 x 2 and 245/45/r18 x 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hensh65 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 [What sizes where you looking for, I saw half decent prices for I love tyres the other day ? maybe they change daily I bought 2 MPSS of tyre universe, very happy with them 225/45/r18 x 2 and 245/45/r18 x 2 Must change their prices as I had looked at the same 225s the other day as I got 2 MPSS for the rear and currently running Khumos at the front (Ekona just smashed his head of the keyboard) they where around 150. I am planning to get MPSS for the front though 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level 7 Boss Posted September 12, 2013 Author Share Posted September 12, 2013 Ekona will say, stretch for mpss it's only a tank of fuel difference which I do agree with but not always possible. But it is, if you're running a 350Z. If you can afford the fuel + VED + insurance +servicing, then making sure it's on decent boots is the least of your problems! But anyway, without going down that route I would say that the Avons are the best choice there by some margin. I wouldn't even consider the other two. I would chuck in the Falken FK453 to the mix though. Also, Ekonda is an awesome name, I may change mine to that! Cheers mate, must have been thinking about you and street fighter at the same time lol. I would go for mpss but I'm saving for a house and need to make some compromises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Pfft, you can't drive a house Give it some thought though mate. It's another £200, which is peanuts compared to the cost of a house. Chuck it on the mortgage! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aidan Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) Tyre choice is a dodgy science....some people like this, some that. At the end of the day, providing you buy a decent set, thats all that counts. Stump up big dosh, and you can have the best tyres outthere (on paper). Will 200 quid cheaper tyres be noticable on the road (at sane speeds) - doubt it. Had top of range Pzeros on an RS4 - they were sh*t. Changed to much cheaper GY F1s - way better tyre and grip increased. Note i changed the Pzeros out early because I actually thought they were so bad. Brand new Bridgestones on Golf GTI - utter crap. Lasted about 1000 miles before they were switched out for Avon ZZ3s (which again were a cheaper tyre). Above two examples are only my experience - but don't get hung up on costs. And shop around.....prices vary hugely thoughout the uk. PS - someone will be along shortly with a MPSS branded stick to beat me. To be fair, I haven't tried MPSSs, but people do rave about them. Edited September 12, 2013 by aidan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 PZeroes are crap, though. What Bridgestones? 040s were also gash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level 7 Boss Posted September 12, 2013 Author Share Posted September 12, 2013 Would it be worth spending extra and going for F1 asymmetrics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jp606 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) I have Toyo T1 Sports at the moment all round. I find them very good in the wet and dry and don't have any problems with them. The rears are wearing low and need replacing soon, however the 'upgrade bug' in me wants to replace them with MPSS all round, but obviously it will be 4 more expensive tyres compared to just 2 as different tyres on each axle is a big no no. I'm doing a track day in November so this is also another reason why I think the MPSS would be better suited. The cost difference isn't massive between the T1 Sports and MPSS to be honest. Edited September 12, 2013 by Jp606 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jp606 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 In fact they are the same price as the Toyos thanks to Pnthrblkzs post about Love Tyres... Decisions, decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 In fact they are the same price as the Toyos thanks to Pnthrblkzs post about Love Tyres... Decisions, decisions. Whats the decision? If you can get mpss get them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jp606 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) It's the replacing the perfectly fine fronts that's the issue. £250 for two rear Toyos vs £650 for a full set of MPSS, I don't have any problem with the Toyos either. That's £400 that can go on something else.. Edited September 12, 2013 by Jp606 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dblock Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 It's the replacing the perfectly fine fronts that's the issue. £250 for two rear Toyos vs £650 for a full set of MPSS, I don't have any problem with the Toyos either. That's £400 that can go on something else.. Just put mpss on the back and when the fronts are worn replace them with mpss. If you believe everything you read without trying it then more power to you, its your money at the end of the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Flog the fronts to offset the cost, will be more than worth your while. That's what I do when I change brands. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djb55 Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Just wanted to add that ATS have a deal on with AVON at the moment, buy one get one at 50% off. They stock ZZ3's and ZZ5's (although the ZZ3's are getting harder to find) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Level 7 Boss Posted September 13, 2013 Author Share Posted September 13, 2013 Can't see the special offer on the website? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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