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I've just noticed the '09 Roadster i've bought in January still has its original tires on (11 years old, not so nice!)
I really want to change them, what kind of tire manufacturer is adviced for 16' rims?
Actually they are 205/55/16 W91 Avon ZZ3, i cannot find those tires anymore.
Thanks in advance!
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I fit Dunlop SP sport because of the low noise level and excellent wet weather performance.
I know other will argue to Toyo Proxis.
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I agree that Dunlop makes fine tyres at a reasonable price. I have made good experiences also with the Dunlop Bluresponse on a classic 911.
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@katanazz are you looking for the best in class or the ones with a reasonable price/quality ratio (assuming that there are different choices)?
2010 Violet Aero Supersports | 2012 Green Vantage S Roadster
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I fitted Avon ZV7’s on my Plus8 last year. Replaced the Yokohamas that were on. Yokohama weren’t doing a 60 profile, only 55 or less and as I didn’t want a lowering of ground clearance or affect speedo accuracy I moved to the Avons. They are performing well and not expensive. £325 for 5, bought from Blackcircles and fitted by my regular tyre place.
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@katanazz are you looking for the best in class or the ones with a reasonable price/quality ratio (assuming that there are different choices)? The price isn't a factor i'm actually looking at, the tire has to be reliable, grippy and must allow a return home if the weather isn't super nice. It's the only "safety device" installed in the car, it has to be good.
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Avon 205/55R16 ZV7's are factory OE on the 3.7 Roadsters with 7 x 16" rim option and I believe others. No complaints myself and they seem to be well regarded after market on most trads.
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I've gone for Avons ZV7 on my trad, but with larger sidewall to match the current tires - 195 on front, and 205 on the back (65 aspect). Came to a smidge over £200 fitted (blackcircles)
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I fit Dunlop SP sport because of the low noise level and excellent wet weather performance.
I know other will argue to Toyo Proxis. Yes Toyo Proxes definitely , these are really good I'm wet or dry. They are actually competition tyres made in a softer rubber than usual , but in a light car like a Morgan you won't wear them out , they will age age out well before then (unless you are actually competing on them) The Morgan sprint and hill climb competitors use them and rate them highly . The only thing that stops me using them is they are not available in my size (205/60 x 15) About £75 apiece from Black Circles https://www.blackcircles.com/catalogue/toyo/proxes-t1-r/205/55/R16/W/91/f?tyre=33871878
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Good enough tyre and I know the wet grip rating is a very specific one, but I would avoid tyres with a C rating.
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