Tyre advice/recommendations urgently required please

[JonnyG]

I'm in the process of buying a 2015 Boxster 981 GTS from an OPC. They are replacing all four tyres and have offered the option of either Pirelli or Continental. I asked for Michelin however they said the N rated rear tyres are not available from Michelin. I wanted Michelin because I think they are a little quieter and better in the wet than the Pirelli. I have no experience of Continental. Can anyone offer their opinion on Continental v Pirelli (or A N Other) or is their little to choose? Any advice or would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[arry]

I have Continental N Rated tyres on my 996 - I would say they're 7 out of 10 across the board, certainly nothing to write home about. My experience of the higher end Pirellis is certainly more inspiring for a sports car but I haven't felt them on a decent 911 or Boxster.

I wouldn't get caught up on the N rated stuff. I only did because they were on a special offer and thought I'd give them a try.

 

[JonnyG]

Thanks Arry. Unfortunately OPCs will only supply N rated tyres and they will be paying for them!

 

[andrews7889]

I take it they are saying that they can't source the N0 rated Michelins PS4S in 265/35 R20 rather than them not being an option for your car.

My 981 GTS had Michelin PS4S all round so they are made.

I would say that both Continentals and Pirelli are both very much inferior to the PS4S, so possibly worth trying to source some for the OPC to buy.

 

[Scholester]

Just get them to reduce the price you pay by £800 and sort the tyres yourself.

 

[madalaa]

Have you tried Black Circles ....... I quite recently got four Michelin N rated tyres from them for my Boxster S ...... just a thought.

 

[JonnyG]

I've just had a message from the OPC that they have been able to source and order the Michelins.
Thank you everyone for your input 👍

 

[DRZ911]

Glad they can get the Michelins, would always be my first choice. :thumb:

Good luck with your new car, and look forwards to seeing some pics and hearing your initial feedback on the GTS.

 

[DRZ911]

Jonny, did you ever get your 981GTS Boxster?
How is it going?

 

[JonnyG]

Hi. Yes I picked up my new (to me) car in Nottingham on Tuesday and drove it back to Suffolk with a smile on my face. Unfortunately we've been busy since so it's not been out again since. It's a Guards Red 65 plate with less than 3500m on the clock. Like new. Spec includes:
- 4 new Michelin's
- Pdk
- reversing camera
- satin platinum wheels
- auto dimming mirrors and rain sensor
- folding doors mirrors
- adaptive 18 way seats
- cruise
- twin zone climate
- Bose/DAB
- Red chrono clock face

I've ordered a set of Zunsport grilled and a rubber rear boot liner, also some helicopter tape for inner wheel arches and door edges. I wish Porsche made the protective rear wind clear stone guards as found on the 911.

Can't wait to drive her more. I loved my 993 but after over 8 years of ownership wanted to change to something I'd drive more regularly. I'm sure I've found it!!👍

 

[DRZ911]

Well done, that's an excellent spec and super low mileage.:thumb:

My Cayman is a daily and does the job superbly as a commuter, with the aural delight of crackles and bangs in Sports+ mode when the urge arises. 8)

Health to drive and to enjoy many miles of happy motoring ahead. :lol:

 

[JonnyG]

DRZ911: Out of interest what fuel (or mixture of fuels) do you use in your Cayman?

 

[DRZ911]

DRZ911: Out of interest what fuel (or mixture of fuels) do you use in your Cayman?

Where I live, the best I can get is 97 RON, normally from BP, so that is what I use.
On a side note, have Pirellis fitted. Work fine when pushed hard in the dry. All other times, wet or dry, do not inspire so much. Looking forwards to a set of Michelin PS4S.

 

[The return of Marty Wild]

Michelin are the only way to fly IMO. Gutted they don't make the PS4 S in anything smaller than 19. Also the tyre recommended by Centre Gravity for road use with TDs.

As is Vpower from Shell. My other half's car has a proper highly strung engine (it is Turbo'd), you can honestly feel it when the car is run with anything other than Vpower.