Best tire for the 335D???

DieselRacer · 05-31-2014, 10:02 AM

What is the latest best tire for our 335D, I heard for the money Hankook v12, do they last, I have Mich Pilots now which are great, is their anything better for the money, so many reviews on paper, would like some real world performance numbers with tire life...I read tire rack but still a little vague, the best tire on there site for our cars nobody seems to be using.

AzureHaze · 05-31-2014, 05:22 PM

PSS are definitely worth the money. I paid around $200 less for Conti DW but the performance and stickiness of the PSS is an extra $200 well spent.

As for the V12, I hear good things about them for the price but I can't imagine downgrading after having the PSS.

Mark M · 05-31-2014, 08:31 PM

I Bought the hankook v12s for my former e46 m3 and the car was never the same. The sidewalls on those tires are way too soft and it never inspired the confidence you expect when throwing the car through the corners. Initial turn in was way too spongy and felt delayed.

As for the 335d, I just ordered from tirerack a set of the Conti DWs. Hoping I'm impressed when I get around to having them installed.

ficklerx · 05-31-2014, 09:07 PM

I suppose I went cheap but I purchased Sumitomo HTR Z IIIs from tire rack when I purchased new wheels. I changed to 235/40/18s in the front and 265/35/18s in the rear.

I have about 5k miles on them now and have no complaints. No noticeable issues with wear. No issues with noise, which I read about in some of the reviews. Sticky enough and a vast improvement over the run flats.

I took a chance since the savings was 40% over the Michelins. So far I am happy with the choice.

007_e350 · 05-31-2014, 09:40 PM

Pss all the way dont waste ur time and money on anything else

WreckerX5d · 05-31-2014, 09:40 PM

I run Pirelli P Zero Nero A/S's. Just bought a second set of them. They're quiet, a little soft, great grip and pretty good in the rain. I think they're underrated. Lasted 40k miles of asshole driving and highway so I'd say that's pretty good considering.

DieselRacer · 05-31-2014, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark M

I Bought the hankook v12s for my former e46 m3 and the car was never the same. The sidewalls on those tires are way too soft and it never inspired the confidence you expect when throwing the car through the corners. Initial turn in was way too spongy and felt delayed.

As for the 335d, I just ordered from tirerack a set of the Conti DWs. Hoping I'm impressed when I get around to having them installed.

They tested very well on the skid pad, but I like real world opinions like yours thanks...

Ajs_435d · 06-01-2014, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark M

I Bought the hankook v12s for my former e46 m3 and the car was never the same. The sidewalls on those tires are way too soft and it never inspired the confidence you expect when throwing the car through the corners. Initial turn in was way too spongy and felt delayed.

As for the 335d, I just ordered from tirerack a set of the Conti DWs. Hoping I'm impressed when I get around to having them installed.

I found the same thing on my s2000 terribly soft tyre walls.

For me on finding falkens are great for the money on my D, grip well and have covered 6k so far and only half worn.

DieselRacer · 06-01-2014, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark M

I Bought the hankook v12s for my former e46 m3 and the car was never the same. The sidewalls on those tires are way too soft and it never inspired the confidence you expect when throwing the car through the corners. Initial turn in was way too spongy and felt delayed.

As for the 335d, I just ordered from tirerack a set of the Conti DWs. Hoping I'm impressed when I get around to having them installed.

After much research I think I'm going to try the Conti extreme DW, the price is great and the reviews all are positive, even 550hp mustangs rave that they can hook them up, keep me posted would love to hear your review on the tires...

LAMPSguy · 06-01-2014, 07:10 AM

I really like my PS A/S3's. NOT for insane driving, but u wanted to see how they lasted with the 500 tread life. They work for me, have about 15000 mi on them so far.

DieselRacer · 06-01-2014, 07:01 PM

[QUOTE=LAMPSguy;16051157]I really like my PS A/S3's. NOT for insane driving, but u wanted to see how they lasted with the 500 tread life. They work for me, have about 15000 mi on them so far.

Sounds good, Ill research those also. I'm looking for performance but I need to last at least 20k...

DieselRacer · 06-01-2014, 07:06 PM

I have Pilot super sports now and love them, but a little pricey. I don't need the best tire on the market and these are them...

DieselRacer · 06-01-2014, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AzureHaze

PSS are definitely worth the money. I paid around $200 less for Conti DW but the performance and stickiness of the PSS is an extra $200 well spent.

As for the V12, I hear good things about them for the price but I can't imagine downgrading after having the PSS.

What mileage did you get out of your PSS??? front-rear

Vreimann · 06-01-2014, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by DieselRacer

What mileage did you get out of your PSS??? front-rear

I run PSS and currently sitting with 16000km on the set and no real sign of wear. 30000km should not be a problem.

DieselRacer · 06-02-2014, 01:55 AM

[QUOTE=Vreimann;16054245]I run PSS and currently sitting with 16000km on the set and no real sign of wear. 30000km should not be a problem.[/QUOT

thanks for that info, if I can get them at a rebate price with a promotion they really are not that much more than other tires...

Mark M · 06-02-2014, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by DieselRacer

After much research I think I'm going to try the Conti extreme DW, the price is great and the reviews all are positive, even 550hp mustangs rave that they can hook them up, keep me posted would love to hear your review on the tires...

I chose the Conti DWs as a compromise. Hoping for good inspiring cornering while also hoping to get a 25k to 35k miles from them. I do a fair amount of commuter miles so tire longevity is a key concern as well as performance.

Also, I was swayed by tirerack's promo rebate that with purchase of Conti tires you get 2 free nights at a Marriot.

DieselRacer · 06-02-2014, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark M

I chose the Conti DWs as a compromise. Hoping for good inspiring cornering while also hoping to get a 25k to 35k miles from them. I do a fair amount of commuter miles so tire longevity is a key concern as well as performance.

Also, I was swayed by tirerack's promo rebate that with purchase of Conti tires you get 2 free nights at a Marriot.

I saw that, the PSS have a mail in rebate right now, I love free stuff...

Puerto Rican 335d · 06-02-2014, 08:03 AM

I have had both the Ventus and PSS. The ventus were very good but the PSS can grip like hell

DieselRacer · 06-02-2014, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Puerto Rican 335d

I have had both the Ventus and PSS. The ventus were very good but the PSS can grip like hell

everyone says the ventus feel really really soft on turn in, did you feel that at all, for the price it's hard to beat them, the PSS is the benchmark...

AzureHaze · 06-02-2014, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DieselRacer

What mileage did you get out of your PSS??? front-rear

They're fairly new but my dad rags on them because I paid so much for them and I already got a flat a few months ago and a puncture last week that was luckily patched. Tried explaining to him that the flat was because of some debris left in the entrance of a freeway ramp in the middle of night that was hard to avoid and the puncture was from a random screw left on the road. Not the fault of the tires obviously but he just chuckles and gives me the "whatever" look.

Puerto Rican 335d · 06-02-2014, 10:10 AM

Diesel Racer the Ventus are the best for the bang (I bought them used and lasted me 1 1/2 year but could not get warranty, they dont give warrany for them here in the Island, trust me i tried to get it, only Stateside) but It will leave a 10 foot skid mark on the road if your modded. I CANT get my modded 335d with the PSS to leave at least a foot or two vice the Ventus, the PSS grip like hell thus better launches!!

I bought mines thru COSTCO their warranty is exceptional specially here in Puerto Rico!!

FormerRotor · 06-02-2014, 06:04 PM

FWIW, I have a real distaste for the v12s I'm riding on right now. What others have said about the sidewalls is very true.

I bought a used set of rims with these on them. The two on the front were good, so I replaced the rears with like. In hindsight, I'd've been much happier changing them all out for Conti's or PSS if I could keep the latter from rubbing.

Side note: I'm running a square setup on my stockers currently with rs3s. They seem to be better, but noisy.

I'd go PSS or Conti DW if buying for the summer today.

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AzureHaze Lieutenant Colonel 69 Rep 1,766 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Sport Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: SoCal iTrader: (1)	PSS are definitely worth the money. I paid around $200 less for Conti DW but the performance and stickiness of the PSS is an extra $200 well spent. As for the V12, I hear good things about them for the price but I can't imagine downgrading after having the PSS. __________________ JBD @ 100% \| KW ST Coilovers \| M3 rep. front bumper \| 888Concepts AE Upgrade \| GP Thunder 7500k fogs \| Cyba 4" carbon tips \| BSW Stage 1 \| APEX ARC-8 W/ Michelin PSS \| Ziza LED interior \| Weisslicht LED side lenses \| Sprint Booster \| Euro side mirrors \| M-Sport semi-conversion \| Coded \| LOTS of carbon fiber
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Mark M Major 240 Rep 1,288 Posts Drives: E30M3 E83X3 E90335D Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lancaster, PA iTrader: (0)	I Bought the hankook v12s for my former e46 m3 and the car was never the same. The sidewalls on those tires are way too soft and it never inspired the confidence you expect when throwing the car through the corners. Initial turn in was way too spongy and felt delayed. As for the 335d, I just ordered from tirerack a set of the Conti DWs. Hoping I'm impressed when I get around to having them installed. __________________
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ficklerx Enlisted Member 4 Rep 33 Posts Drives: 2011 335d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: GA iTrader: (1)	I suppose I went cheap but I purchased Sumitomo HTR Z IIIs from tire rack when I purchased new wheels. I changed to 235/40/18s in the front and 265/35/18s in the rear. I have about 5k miles on them now and have no complaints. No noticeable issues with wear. No issues with noise, which I read about in some of the reviews. Sticky enough and a vast improvement over the run flats. I took a chance since the savings was 40% over the Michelins. So far I am happy with the choice.
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WreckerX5d Warrant Officer 375 Rep 1,341 Posts Drives: Deezul Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (4)	I run Pirelli P Zero Nero A/S's. Just bought a second set of them. They're quiet, a little soft, great grip and pretty good in the rain. I think they're underrated. Lasted 40k miles of asshole driving and highway so I'd say that's pretty good considering. __________________ Deleted, ATM I/C and tuned by B.R.R.
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LAMPSguy New Member 0 Rep 21 Posts Drives: 2011 335d Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL iTrader: (0)	I really like my PS A/S3's. NOT for insane driving, but u wanted to see how they lasted with the 500 tread life. They work for me, have about 15000 mi on them so far.
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Puerto Rican 335d Brigadier General 229 Rep 3,489 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335d Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Puerto Rico(Dominican Republic 03/2017) iTrader: (0)	Diesel Racer the Ventus are the best for the bang (I bought them used and lasted me 1 1/2 year but could not get warranty, they dont give warrany for them here in the Island, trust me i tried to get it, only Stateside) but It will leave a 10 foot skid mark on the road if your modded. I CANT get my modded 335d with the PSS to leave at least a foot or two vice the Ventus, the PSS grip like hell thus better launches!! I bought mines thru COSTCO their warranty is exceptional specially here in Puerto Rico!! __________________ RENNtech Flash(Lenny Wu)/WAGNER IC Enkei Rajin 18"/Execuhitch Hitch/Koni FSD Soft Ride Bike Rack/Brava Synthetic Motor Oil(Made in Puerto Rico)/Meth(in the works)/CBU done w Andrew EGR Race Pipe (whoa! what an animal it is now)
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FormerRotor Lieutenant Colonel 96 Rep 1,592 Posts Drives: 2011 335d, M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: MD iTrader: (5) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [0.00] 2017 BMW X5 xdrive35d [0.00]	FWIW, I have a real distaste for the v12s I'm riding on right now. What others have said about the sidewalls is very true. I bought a used set of rims with these on them. The two on the front were good, so I replaced the rears with like. In hindsight, I'd've been much happier changing them all out for Conti's or PSS if I could keep the latter from rubbing. Side note: I'm running a square setup on my stockers currently with rs3s. They seem to be better, but noisy. I'd go PSS or Conti DW if buying for the summer today. __________________ My Picture Threads (Oldest to Newest): 1 2 3 Join BMW CCA! (Use my link and I get credit ) Last edited by FormerRotor; 06-02-2014 at 06:12 PM..
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