[W126 Coupe] 14" tires for 1985 500 SEC

[Al Hollis]

I err on the safe side and replace tires before needed.
Tires are much cheaper than paying for collision repairs along with higher insurance premiums to say nothing for the ride of new tire.
I have driven several S Classes for more than 11 years - averaging 50-60K per year.
I buy tires every 7-8 months - nothing now but MXV-4's.
Personally, I feel there's no comparison (Toyo - Goodyear- Continental - other Michelin).
These cars are too heavy for cheap tires - you don't see a new Benz at the dealer with Harmony's - must be a reason why.
Harmony's are one of the lowest quality tires Michelin makes.
Harmony's were about 25% cheaper and I got better than 25% more mileage, a better ride and trade-in value with MXV-4's.
Different strokes for different folks.
Some one the other day said 'you get what you pay for' - so true!

Al
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Jonathan Hodgman 
  To: Mercedes Coupes Mailing Lists 
  Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 5:10 PM
  Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] 14" tires for 1985 500 SEC


  I think something else must have been afoot..  I have a 300SEL who just clipped 50K on his harmony's, w/ likely another 5-7K before they are spent.

  Jonathan

  Al Hollis wrote: 
    I've had both.
    Although they are move expense, the Primacy MXV-4 is a much better value.
    The car weighs too much for the Harmony - tire wear is only 25-30K.
    MXV-4's get approx 35-40K+ and has a sturdier side wall (better handling and ride).

    Al
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      ----- Original Message ----- 
      From: btb management 
      To: mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com 
      Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 3:14 PM
      Subject: Re: [W126 Coupe] 14" tires for 1985 500 SEC


      My rims are original 14" and stock suspension, which I am keeping, so need to figure out 
      which Michelins are the best buy for warm rather than cold weather.
      The local tire shop suggests the Harmony series.  Any other thoughts
      out there for the best ride?

      Thanks,
      Robert


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