Zeuk in Oz
11-07-2006, 12:59 AM
Those of you familiar with this forum would be aware of my one eyed use of Michelin tyres on my cars.
Horror of horrors - Michelin have discontinued the excellent Pilot HX MXM in the standard 225 / 60 / 15 96V that I had on my car here in Oz.
A month of chasing the last four tyres in the country came to nought, so I was forced out of my comfort (not to mention safety) zone.
After much deliberation I ended up having 4 Continental Premium Contact 2 tyres fitted (96W). $250 each compared with $400 for the Michelins.
The difference is dramatic, with a much harsher ride evident. Handling and roadholding are almost as good, however, so the discomfort will have to be endured.
All in all, not a bad choice, especially for the price saving, but what really surprised me is that they are almost a carbon copy of the Michelin tread pattern.
Continental ------------------------- Michelin
Horror of horrors - Michelin have discontinued the excellent Pilot HX MXM in the standard 225 / 60 / 15 96V that I had on my car here in Oz.
A month of chasing the last four tyres in the country came to nought, so I was forced out of my comfort (not to mention safety) zone.
After much deliberation I ended up having 4 Continental Premium Contact 2 tyres fitted (96W). $250 each compared with $400 for the Michelins.
The difference is dramatic, with a much harsher ride evident. Handling and roadholding are almost as good, however, so the discomfort will have to be endured.
All in all, not a bad choice, especially for the price saving, but what really surprised me is that they are almost a carbon copy of the Michelin tread pattern.
Continental ------------------------- Michelin