[928uk] Period Correct Tyres

[Jonathan Rackowe]

I think Peter has a good point "period correct tyres" will be period
correct in name, size - and sometimes perhaps tread pattern - only. Modern
materials will be different, so there's really no point fitting them unless
entering concourse competition or trying to achieve exact period look.

Regarding Pirellis, I have used Pzero Rossos on my 928 GT now and then.
Grip was fine for me. By sticking to respected brands - Continental,
Bridgestone, Pirelli, Toyo Proxes Sport - I've never had tyres I've
disliked.

Best regards
Jonathan

1991 928 GT Amethyst Metallic

On Wed, 1 Jan 2025, 10:43 am peter watts via 928uk, <928uk at lists.928.org.uk>
wrote:

> HI all , Happy New Year
>
> I am interested in this tyres discussions
> I have been very happy with tyres bought from longstons for classic aston
> martins,
> these tyres are PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 although they are period correct
> tread design my research and discussions with longstone suggest that the
> tyres are manufactured using newer formulation and technology ,i would
> assume that the same will apply to the new P7's. In fact looking at the
> pirelli website i found :-
>
> https://press.pirelli.com/with-new-p7-tyres-for-the-gto-pirelli-equips--all-ferrari-supercars/
>
> which includes :- "Pirelli Collezione is a range of tyres designed for the
> world’s most iconic classic and modern classic cars, combining vintage
> looks with contemporary know-how."
> and
> "blending vintage design with modern materials and technology"
>
> of course this is not the lowest cost route to follow
>
>  a quick google for 245 45/16 rear tyres
> gives nankang at £68 , through vredestein and toyo at approx £150,
> yokohama A052 and A008P ( No rated) , at around £230, toyo proxis R888R -
> looks to be more a track tyre £185, Pirelli P zero asymetrico £262 , and
> then two classic remade michelins SX MXX3 £280 , and the same but N2 £ 412,
> both michelins listed as limited stock , all data from my tyres.com
>
> so in comparison the 245/45 16 pirelli P7 from longstone at £428 is
> comparable with the classic michelin
> fronts 225/50 26 £378,
> there is an offer for s set of 2 each at £1522, saving £90
>
> my SE tyres, continental were bought a few years ago they have "3417" week
> 34 , 2017 manufacturing date impressed marks, fortunately they do not yet
> need replacing yet due to wear although they are getting a bit old
>
> I wonder if there will be other options, available in the future ( ie when
> i need them !)
>
> the front tyres are commonly available , and i have as a set of 4 on my S2m
> using michelin PS4's which perform extremely well - (they are newer)
> currently around £157 each, all we need is Michelin to remanufacture the
> tyres  245 45 rears - anyone know of any good contacts
> just a few thoughts
>
> Peter in Yorkshire
>
> 928 SE
> 918 S2
>