[928uk] Period Correct Tyres

[Jonathan Rackowe]

Oh, I forgot Michelin. I've used them too.

Of course the exact tyre type matters too, not just the brand. For example
Toyos were T1R Sport, not the newer similar sounding cheaper lesser TR1
tyres.

Best regards

Jonathan

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
>