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Old 01-09-07, 08:15 PM
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Default Mich Sport vs. PS2 vs Mich Sport A/S

Which is the better tire for my GS450h?

I've read before that those who prefered the Mich Sport just stated that....
Where you meaning the A/S or the Mich Sport Max Performance Summer tire?

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I want the best tire for handling in most weather conditions minus snow.
Old 01-10-07, 07:13 AM
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I say go with PS2, I ran those on my M3 and they are awesome tires for performance and comfort. This is the favorite tire for all M3 enthusiasts so I presume it will run nicely with the GS as well.

the only thing I dislike about the michelin tires is the fact that they have really soft sidewalls...if you hit a sewer cap or small potholes, you can easily crack the sidewalls and it'll cost you another $300 to replace it.
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Another vote for PS2!!
If the price is not an issue...
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Never mind on PS2... Go with A/S!!
You'll need it in Colorado!!
Old 01-10-07, 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by hsk73
Never mind on PS2... Go with A/S!!
You'll need it in Colorado!!

i was going to recommend A/S for you in colorado but when you get over 2 feet of snow i dont' think the all seasons will help?
Old 01-10-07, 02:45 PM
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I just bought a GS350 and swapped out the Dunlop RunFlats for the Michelin Energy MXV4 S8's - Drove them across country last week! - Quiet, great ride and probably much better mileage life than the 2 you mentioned.
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The PS2 is Hands down better Handling than the A/S. The trade off of course is that they wear down quicker and are less foul wheather friendly than the A/S.

The PS2 is the ultimate in dry traction, but honestly I will assume your driving habits / style might not challenge the limits of the PS2 in the dry? So the PS2 can be overkill for many people.


The A/S is a great All around tire, and only the more aggressive and demanding drivers would require the additional grip of the PS2 over the A/S.

If you are not worried about extreme wheather driving get the PS2, otherwise the A/S is the more conservative choice.
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PS2's it is.
I test the limits on my 550i.
And am questioning if I want the PS2's for that as well.
I race both.
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Originally Posted by Jace7
PS2's it is.
I test the limits on my 550i.
And am questioning if I want the PS2's for that as well.
I race both.
GO FOR IT
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Mich Sport for three seasons and then get the Blizzak LM 25 for winter performance tire. The 450h is awesome and deserves the best for each season.
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Originally Posted by hendjaz
Mich Sport for three seasons and then get the Blizzak LM 25 for winter performance tire. The 450h is awesome and deserves the best for each season.
In your public profile it says you ahve a GS450.....
Do you mean GS450h?
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I'd say get the PS2 if you're not going to be driving your Lexus in the snow. I have Michelin PS2 tires on my GS350 AWD. I switched from the stock 17" wheels to 18" Tourmalines. The Michelin PS2s are fantasic on both dry and wet pavement! I'm really pleased with them!
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PS2 would be fine but keep in mind they have no snow or ice traction, hopefully you have some winter tires.
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