tyres for 996

[nev996]

given that i dont do many miles or much m/way driving or high speed whats the opinion as to a more budget tyre for the rears on my 996.
my car is used mainly in town so not abused much and ive used different brands over the years and a lot of the co called budget buys are actually made by the big boys.
if i was driving m/ways regular then would pay the xtra
opinions pls

[dibblecorse]

I asked the same for my 986 and many of the replies also seemed relevant from some 996 owners so i had 4 Falken 452's fitted yesterday ....

[nev996]

yes they are falkens that ive been quoted on £135 each fitted or all four for £478

[monthefish]

My experience of Falkens (about 4 sets, although not on my Porsche) is that they are a good tyre but seem to achieve their grip by sacrificing longevity/wear resistance (softer rubber compound perhaps), but that sounds like it wouldn;t be a problem for you from what you've said about low miles.

[Trev450]

Yes Falken 452's are not a bad tyre so long as you don't want to lean on them too much which your post suggests you don't.

[blackburn]

FK452s worked well on our 986S which was used enthusiastically...

[993kimbo]

Uniroyal Rainsport 2's are my tyre of choice. Not sure if they do them in your size though.