Tyres for E9x M3

[gavsadler]

Hello all,

To those I haven't spoken to, compliments of the season, may it be a happy, healthy and prosperous year ahead.

I had an unfortunate incident this morning, where I picked up a puncture in the side of my front right tyre, literally where the tyre and rim meet. As such, this is not repairable, and to cut a long story short, I'll be replacing all 4 tyres. (A wheel refurb is also on the cards).

What recommendations are there from Fanatics? The car currently has Michelin Pilot Supersports fitted. I would think natural progression would be to move to the PS 4S, or even the brand new PS5 (subject to availability)?

My wife's car has Goodyear Eagle F1 Asym 5 fitted, and those have also been good.

Standard sizes are 245/35/19 and 265/35/19, however I plan to upsize slightly, and fit 255/35/19 and 275/30/19.

Thanks

 

[NBN]

I think ps4s > ps5


Have a look at this article , it’s quite informative… not definitive but definitely lots of info

What Is ACTUALLY New With The Michelin Pilot Sport 5? - Tyre Reviews And Ratings

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[Riaad]

I think ps4s > ps5

And PS SS > ps4s

 

[922-ZN]

Hello all,

To those I haven't spoken to, compliments of the season, may it be a happy, healthy and prosperous year ahead.

I had an unfortunate incident this morning, where I picked up a puncture in the side of my front right tyre, literally where the tyre and rim meet. As such, this is not repairable, and to cut a long story short, I'll be replacing all 4 tyres. (A wheel refurb is also on the cards).

What recommendations are there from Fanatics? The car currently has Michelin Pilot Supersports fitted. I would think natural progression would be to move to the PS 4S, or even the brand new PS5 (subject to availability)?

My wife's car has Goodyear Eagle F1 Asym 5 fitted, and those have also been good.

Standard sizes are 245/35/19 and 265/35/19, however I plan to upsize slightly, and fit 255/35/19 and 275/30/19.

Thanks

If you don't daily the car then go for the Cup 2, price difference is marginal

 

[Eust]

Michelin SS, CUP2 then 4S

 

[MR_Y]

If you don't daily the car then go for the Cup 2, price difference is marginal

Agree.

 

[zabbo]

If you don't daily the car then go for the Cup 2, price difference is marginal

Even if not a daily, are the Cup 2's suitable for 'normal' street driving in all weather conditions?

 

[MR_Y]

Even if not a daily, are the Cup 2's suitable for 'normal' street driving in all weather conditions?

I heard of a few guys who don't drive their Cup 2s in the wet on normal roads. Obviously depends on driving style and speed.

 

[gavsadler]

From my limited reading so far, Cup2's look to be a street tyre that is more track oriented.

The official Michelin website shows the Cup 2 to be between 1-2 seconds faster than a PS 4S on the Jerez circuit in Spain (4.4kms long, test car was a Porsche GT3).

For my needs, I suspect the PS 4S will be better. I have not come close to exploring the limits of the car, even with the old Supersports currently fitted.

 

[922-ZN]

Even if not a daily, are the Cup 2's suitable for 'normal' street driving in all weather conditions?

They're fine in the wet, you just need to have your wits about you

 

[TurboLlew]

I have Cup 2s on my 4C and had them on my F10 M5 after mods. You can absolutely use them in any weather. They are nothing like the PSC1s which you absolutely COULD NOT drive in the wet.

Just bear in mind the PS5 is not a replacement for the PS 4S - you should be very happy with PS 4S as an upgrade.

The PSC2 is also only slightly higher in price (size dependent) but cannot match the PS4S for wear (it's magic!)

 

[gavsadler]

A month later and the procrastination continues on this.

I also realised I made an error in my original sizes. The front is correct, I want to move from a 245-35-19 to 255-35-19. The rears I stated the profile incorrectly previously. I want to move from 265-35-19 to 275-35-19.

Prices do seem to vary quite considerably as I've been shopping around. The Supersports also seem to be available again, so now I'm debating between SS and 4S.

Maybe I should just stick with the SS, as that is what is currently fitted to the car (and spec'd for the car), and I've had no complaints so far.

Further reading also indicates that the PS 4S is the replacement for the Supersport....

The plot thickens...

 

[R!Yo]

The PS4S isn't really a replacement for the PSS, word from Michelin is they'll continue to run concurrently.

Jury's out on whether it's an "upgrade" too - alot of guys say both tyres are pretty much the same. Personally haven't been able to try the PS4S yet but I would stick with PSS, if you're unsure.

 

[gavsadler]

Decision made | Bank Account Depleted | Tears starting to dry up

 

[QikNish]

By the way.. anybody running those Good Year's ... do you also notice random vibrations that changes each time you drive the car? There some days.. then smooth as a babys bum other days? Michelins for the win.

 

[Salt]

Decision made | Bank Account Depleted | Tears starting to dry up

Niiiiiice! Yes expensive but gonna feel so good on the car!

 

[NBN]

Which ones did you end up with and what sizes did you go for?

 

[KPM3_30]

Bump to the top.. In the same boat now having just bought a new set of wheels for the M3 (still sticking with 19"). Will have my style 220's and Michelin PSS tyres for sale once I have fitted the new wheels.

I am looking at replacing with what I have currently. I understand PS4S is better for a daily drive, given better wet handling and enhanced tyre life, both of which are not really factors for me. Has anyone done 245 fronts and 275 rears on their cars? Stock E9x set up is 245/265 and F8x set up is 255/275, ideally don't want to go larger in the front hence the ask.

Also if anyone has a contact for tyres in Jhb, I would be keen. I got a price of R21k from BMW which appears to be about the best from everywhere I have checked.

 

[TBP88]

Without any personal experience I'll be opting for PS4S when the dunlops I currently have fitted give up. Pretty much every report favours them over everything else all things considered. If you'll truly *only* be doing dry weather driving then you can look for something more extreme, but I think for 99% of us the PS4S is the best bet.

 

[MR_Y]

Without any personal experience I'll be opting for PS4S when the dunlops I currently have fitted give up. Pretty much every report favours them over everything else all things considered. If you'll truly *only* be doing dry weather driving then you can look for something more extreme, but I think for 99% of us the PS4S is the best bet.

I had PS4s on my 981 Cayman S and my Polestar. Excellent tyres in all road conditions.