19" Tyre Shortage

[bennno]

I had to get my tyres replaced last week and was shocked that there seem to be supply problems with 19" tyres at present, with Pirelli completely out of stock of P-Zero nero/ Rosso in the UK.

This was confirmed through Kwik Fit and ATS, but also by micheldever and headleys (2 v.large independent importers). I was advised anything up to a month for the next batch.

I ended up taking some of the brand new Continental 'Sport Contact 3's which seem excellent in terms of ride, grip and steering. They are a high load tyre so very suitable for the monaro.

The good news is that Kwik Fit are offering 30% off - so they were under £700 for 4. Seemed reasonable for a high quality tyre in this size.

Bennno

[V8HSV]

I experienced the same & switched to Dunlop Sport MAXX, very similar tread pattern to Nero Zeros

[GSI_Daz]

Last time I needed one I got it through Greens (There goes another plug).

Might be worth checking to see if they have any in stock.

[caspy]

I have 19" Pirelli's in stock. Supply seems fine.

[bennno]

caspy said:

I have 19" Pirelli's in stock. Supply seems fine.

For future reference, how much do you charge for them?

Bennno

[caspy]

Honestly it varies. Seems the world rubber price dictates prices and it fluctuates. Currently £185 each.

[bennno]

caspy said:

Honestly it varies. Seems the world rubber price dictates prices and it fluctuates. Currently £185 each.

thats not bad, cheaper than I would have expected from a stealer

[Demolition Man]

Greens strike again.......

[A57 HSV]

That's an excellent price from a main dealer, my local Protyre branch have them at £183, £182 for the Dunlop Sport Max.

[Demolition Man]

caspy said:

Honestly it varies. Seems the world rubber price dictates prices and it fluctuates. Currently £185 each.

£185.... Is that fully fitted, balanced, valved etc??

[caspy]

Yep!