Tyre advice

[sja]

Had car into OPC yesterday for some work. Got a phonecall, "two of your Tyres are a bit worn", "Just under 3mm left, shall we replace them, its our policy when there just on tread wear indicators". I was pre-occupied at work, and stupidly just said yes.

So now I have, on the front, one brand new tyre and one just over indicator. Same on rear..

Is this wise? Will dry / wet handling be affected?

I'll not post how much OPC Charged for tyres as I will cry..

[verysideways]

eeek, no this is not a good idea, can't believe an OPC would refit a worn tyre to one side and a new tyre to the other side, don't they know about axle pairs?

[sja]

I wasn't sure. The "worn" tyre is still in legal limits but seemed a bit daft to me at the time. But needed to pay bill and get away. Pi**ing down when I left and first roundabout back slid away from. I drive like a girl (no offence girls) so was a bit shocked..

[kgb1]

This is amazing!!!

I really cannot imagine what they are thinking of. I would take it back and due to the safety risk either have them removed and money back (so you can get a better deal elsewhere), or have another 2 new tyres fitted with a large discount.

You should always try to have each axle with similar wear on each side.

[JEBLondon]

Sounds very strange that an OPC would fit mismatched tyres.

Get the situation fixed asap.

[sja]

Waiting for service manager to return call. Thanks for advice however I doubt he will either take them off (mine prob on mechanic car now) or discount.. More likely empty wallet again..

[sja]

Guy at OPC reckons they are fine. He said one at just over 3mm on rear and a new one is ok. Im not convinced though..
So I'll try and get some a bit "keener" priced..