New Tyres Needed. Any Suggestions?

Msattar on 19/02/2019 - 08:36
Last edited 19/02/2019 - 09:30

Hi everyone

I was looking to buy new tyres for my car. It's for a MB GLS350d. I've been told that expensive or not they wear out about the same. Is that correct? Which brand/type would you suggest? It's a 21 inch Pirelle. Other info as it shows on the tyres is: DOT JR VK M749. 295/40 ZR21 111Y.
These are Radial tubeless. I don't think they are run flats. There is a spare (half the width of the other tyres) in the back. Here is a pic of the full tyre : http://imgur.com/gallery/CafaMqq

I live in Bundaberg,QLD

Also I've noticed the rim has a few scratches that I cant fix. Here it is (http://imgur.com/gallery/CCAZqXn) If you have any suggestions what can be done about it, will be great.
Thanks heaps!

Automotive Tyre

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  • oscargamer on 19/02/2019 - 09:00
    +2

    Just buy a name brand. I like Bridgestone, but any decent one will be good. Wait for '4 for 3' offer.

    Thoughts
    1) don't use tinypic for images
    2) post a photo of the tyre you have with all the words on the outside visible so we can have a better idea of what you have
    3) why skimp on tyres? they are the only things holding you to the road
    4) re: rim damage - depends on the depth of the scars

    • Msattar on 19/02/2019 - 09:14

      What else to use to upload pics?
      I will add details of the tyre in the post in a bit.
      Thanks

  • [Deactivated] on 19/02/2019 - 09:08
    +8

    You have a $100,000 car and you are skimping on tyres.

    tl;dr op is nuts

    • Msattar on 19/02/2019 - 09:11

      I don't mind paying more, but I don't know much about tyres and I've been told that a 3000 set wears out the same as a 2000 dollars set of 4. I will edit the post a bit to clarify it.

      • oscargamer on 19/02/2019 - 09:15
        +3

        Whoever told you that is talking crap.
        There are so many factors, it is impossible to generalise

      • daiwai on 19/02/2019 - 20:09
        +1

        Tyre is the only part of your car touch the road, it is the best safety feature you can have. Best brake with bad tyre won't save your life.

  • oscargamer on 19/02/2019 - 09:20

    Your edited post says they are 21 inch tyres, not 22

    We do actually need pics as that gives us more info than you have listed. Are they run-flats?

    and where are you located? - we need to know your local tyre shops

    • Msattar on 19/02/2019 - 09:31

      Yup it's a 21..not 22.i live in Bundaberg Qld. And I dont think they are run flats…. It doesn't say on the tyre itself and there is a spare one at the back too.

      • oscargamer on 19/02/2019 - 09:35
        +2

        Continental would be my choice in your size

        Phone around your local stores and get a price

      • Hybroid on 19/02/2019 - 09:36
        +1

        The continentals on my previous ML and GLC were both run-flats and they both had spare wheels too. Pop into a local shop and get a quote and advice then cross compare with other stores/online.

  • Hybroid on 19/02/2019 - 09:34
    +1

    Here's a comparison of prices and specs: https://www.tyresales.com.au/tyre/size/295-40r21

    Unusual for Mercs to have Pirelli tyres, must have been replaced at some point as Continental are the standard ones for SUVs.

    Don't skimp out on tyres, they're about a hand's size footprint of the only contact between the vehicle and the road.

    The rim scrapes are very easy to repair, can get a kit and do it yourself or any wheel refurbisher can do it. I would suggest not bothering though, it doesn't matter and save that money for better tyres.

    • Msattar on 20/02/2019 - 09:15

      Thanks for your advice
      I ended up buying this one at the local Bob Jane T Mart for the same price.
      https://www.tyresales.com.au/buy/tyre/continental/conticrosscontact_uhp_(mo)/295-40r21/103648?q=4

      • Hybroid on 20/02/2019 - 10:48
        +1

        That looks like a good option for comfort and handling, good choice.

  • dcep on 19/02/2019 - 12:03

    I've been told that expensive or not they wear out about the same. Is that correct?

    Tyre got treadwear rating (more = last longer), but not reflective on tyre price alone.
    It can be :

    1) dry grip
    2) wet grip (aqua-plane)
    3) comfort (absorb road imperfections)
    4) noisy (road humming noise)
    5) quality/reliability (tyre blow/sidewall bulge)
    6) treadwear lasting

    • Msattar on 19/02/2019 - 12:06

      Yea, the current pirelli got this sidewall buldge. Not very happy about that. And that's just over 2 yr old by a few weeks

  • Skramit on 19/02/2019 - 12:18
    +1

    Just make sure you choose a major brand e.g:
    Pirelli
    Bridgestone
    Goodyear
    Continental
    Michelin
    Yokohama
    Hankook

    If you go with a no-brand cheaply made tyre to save $$$ you are risking yours and other peoples lives.

    Wear rate is due to a combination of driving style, tyre pressures, highway vs city driving, tyre segment type (performance vs endurance). Most major brands have tyres for all of the difference segments.

  • pformag on 19/02/2019 - 12:45

    You are looking at $350-500 / Tyre. Call Kmart and get a price, they are usually the best for the price. I would probably try and stick to the manufactured tyre.

  • Tari on 02/03/2019 - 07:41

    I have a ford focus 04. What tires should i get? With so many choices out there i feel overwhelmed. Thank you

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