996 TT what tyres are best these days?

[911habbit]

I need to replace the Pirelli P0 N3 on my 996TT, P0 N4 are available for the fronts but not for the 295 rears yet.

What other experiences have other 996TT owners had with different brands/models?

I was thinking about Mich's Pilot2s as they seem to have blinding reviews?

[buster]

I was dull and just fitted the same again... they are far more capable in the wet / dry than I am

[GetCarter]

I have Pilot Sports - can't find anything wrong with them to be honest. Astonishing grip in the wet (but that's probably as much the chassis and the progessive 4 x 4 I guess).

Daz is up on tyres, he'll know

[GetCarter]

Pushed to top of pile as Daz seems to be back in town

[dazren]

Hi guys.

Last month I did all four corners and went with the original fit, PZero assimetrico N3s. I've not tried different tyres so can't offer an opinion.

DAZ

>> Edited by dazren on Monday 3rd May 18:55

[GetCarter]

Out of interest, I'll fit PZero's next time (v soon) and give a Carter/Compare. (For what it's worth).

I went for Pilots, as several had said they were the dogs bits for the turbo... but I seem to be the only one here using them.

I've been doing some 'spirited' miles in the Highlands over the past few weeks, so I think I'll be able to give an honest and reasonable assessment.


Steve

>> Edited by GetCarter on Monday 3rd May 19:50

[agent006]

Contisports for ride quality.
PZero for dry grip, and allegedly 'interesting' wet grip
Pilot sports for all round, although there are 2 types out at the moment.

[996 turbo]

Does anybody know (off the top of their head) if the latest Goodyear F1's are 'N' rated?

Cheers, Steve, 996TT

[GregE240]

No, the latest Goodyear F1 GS-D3 is not N rated.

Emma has a set of Pilot Sports on the Boxster at the moment, to be replaced next Monday with....another set of Pilot Sports, but the latest compound.

These tyres have been just incredible. Best tyres I've ever been near. I'm even thinking of shoe-ing my Merc with them.

[Melv]

GregE240 said:

I'm even thinking of shoe-ing my Merc with them.

Just a note of caution Greg -what can seem fantastic on one car can be cr*p on another.

I.e. Yoko A620's (?) -superb on my Audi A4 Avant, cr*p on my C4 -cldn't wait to wear them out!!

Mel

[911nutter]

an interesting thread this in light of a thread i posted today relating to tyre wear. i am not the most technical person around when it comes to cars. my philosophy is simple. if i like it enough i'll buy it. but there's a whole new world of tyre nerdiness i am feeling myself getting drawn into... can someone give me a brief intro into the science of the tyre so that i can make an educated decision about replacement of mine (which on a c4s will be the same as a turbo i assume)...

[rich1231]

Daz, what did you pay all in for all four corners?

Rich

[GetCarter]

Mr Nutter

Everything you ever wanted to know about tyres here >> www.chris-longhurst.com/carbibles/index.html

I thought I was a sad git.. this bloke re-writes the rules!

Obviously knows a hellavalot though

Steve

[dazren]

rich1231 said:

Daz, what did you pay all in for all four corners? Rich

Covered in my profile, £620 including fitting (£180 per rear and £130 per front). Got an internet quote off www.mytyres.net and got my local dealer to price match.

DAZ

>> Edited by dazren on Saturday 8th May 14:38

[rich1231]

cheers matey

[grant3]

Replaced my rears with original fit conti-sport, had them on other Porkers & they have always been fine, also had Pireli's on a C2 & these were also good. I don't think you can go wrong with either make I would go for the cheapest N rated between these two names.

[willr]

Pirelli Pzero Rosso N5s should be available now, too.

[big.bad.wolfie]

slightly off topic, as I have a 996 C4S. My local tyre fitter (Silverline in Warwick) recommended going for the new PZero Corsa, these are only available in 235 for the front, you'll have to go for PZero Rosso/Nero if you want 225. Apparently these are available in N4 and N5 tread patterns, anyone got any advice on this offering from Pirelli?

[Cyrus1971]

I have P Zero Rosso Asimetricos N3 on my 996TT - planning a new set after my next track day. A chap in Sheen (west London) quoted me £660 for a full set with fit and ballance. ALso apparently these are the only Tyre Pirelli are recomending now for the 996TT - according to the dude - thogh maybe this is all he can stock ?

[Harris_I]

Big Bad Wolfie:

As per any track biased tyre (which I think the Corsa is), you should bear in mind that the compound is softer and therefore higher grip which means more wahey in the bends but more oh-my-god if you lose it (technical mode off), and also it'll wear much (MUCH) faster.

My rear Michelin Cup Sports were dead after 3000 miles so I won't be doing that again.

Personally I find non-track tyres are much more satisfying on the road. Otherwise you may as well buy a Mitsubaru and drive everywhere at warp speed to get any sensation of pleasure.