1998 2.5 boxster rear tyres

[tattymarbots]

hi
need new rears for above

size is 265x35 zr18 n3

michelin sports

do i really need to go for an n spec tyre or
can anyone recommend a cheaper alternative

thanks

[MogulBoy]

18's are not approved fitment on the 2.5 according Porsche.

If you want to actually enjoy the handling 17's or even the original base 16's (if you don't mind the slightly dinky looks) would be the way to go.

In terms of tyre choice, hard to say anything against the N-spec Michelins, if they fall within your budget.

[jakesmith]

I always used Bridgestone Potenzas on my 2.5 & thought they were pretty good. I wouldn't get hung up on the N rating it's not like normal Michelins are going to be rubbish on the car. But usually they're only a few £ more anyway

[Orangecurry]

tattymarbots said:

hi
need new rears for above

size is 265x35 zr18 n3

michelin sports

do i really need to go for an n spec tyre

No.

tattymarbots said:

or
can anyone recommend a cheaper alternative

thanks

Yes...but there are some useful questions for you to answer first

What is on the front?

Depth and age? The front tyres, not the driver.

Driving style? (driver)

Does it go out in the rain, or is it a dry-days only car?

Used every day?