IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

tires

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 09-04-17, 05:16 PM
  #1  
myblacklex
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
 
myblacklex's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: California
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default tires

I have a 2011 lexus. it needs new tires. i have no idea what type of tires i need to buy. help?
Old 09-05-17, 08:11 AM
  #2  
primavera
Instructor
 
primavera's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Ontario
Posts: 1,169
Received 302 Likes on 256 Posts
Default

Comfortable smooth and quiet all season tires

Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06
Continental ContiProContact
Continental PureContact with EcoPlus Technology
Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus
Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 Plus
Michelin Premier A/S
Michelin Primacy MXV4
Pirelli P Zero All Season Plus
Bridgestone Turanza Serenity Plus
Yokohama AVID Ascend
I am a Michelin and Continental fan. Take a look at some Continental tires. You get what you pay for.
Old 09-05-17, 11:29 AM
  #3  
Gville350
Moderator
iTrader: (10)
 
Gville350's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 11,570
Likes: 0
Received 430 Likes on 384 Posts
Default

Exactly what model Lexus are we talking about here? Factory or aftermarket wheels? What is the size of tire on the wheels currently?
Old 09-06-17, 10:44 AM
  #4  
WylieKylie
Lead Lap
iTrader: (2)
 
WylieKylie's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2013
Location: UT
Posts: 624
Received 29 Likes on 26 Posts
Default

If you are simply in the market for a set of black round rubber things to get you from point A to B, go to a tire store and weigh your options of tread wear warranty and price and make a decision from there.

As Gville eluded to, If you want to alter the performance of the car in some way by replacing tires you need to let us know what you want and what you have to work with.
Old 09-08-17, 05:01 PM
  #5  
andper10
Driver
 
andper10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 169
Likes: 0
Received 11 Likes on 8 Posts
Default

I like Firestone Indy 500 tires for an affordable high performance summer tire as a cheaper alternative to Michelin Pilot Super Sports. But if you are just commuting with no spirited driving you will probably want to look at all seasons with high treadwear warranties if you are looking at cost per mile. But beware that their braking distances (especially wet) and maximum cornering speeds will be worse than good summer tires and it will be easier to lose traction when using heavy throttle (especially in the rain).
Old 09-09-17, 09:34 AM
  #6  
SeanO
Instructor
iTrader: (1)
 
SeanO's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Ontario, Canada
Posts: 921
Received 40 Likes on 38 Posts
Default

I run Michelin Pilot Sports A/S 3+'s because I like the performance but also the added traction for the rain that is prominent in the spring and fall seasons.

But as stated above.. with more information we could be a lot more helpful
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ilen
RC F (2015-present)
20
01-20-22 02:37 AM
LexiRX
RX - 2nd Gen (2004-2009)
32
01-14-15 01:03 PM
rx330blk
RX - 2nd Gen (2004-2009)
8
01-04-09 10:12 AM
Bahadur
Wheels, Tires & Brakes Forum
1
01-21-04 11:04 PM
2JZGE
IS - 1st Gen (2001-2005)
8
10-22-02 10:38 AM



Quick Reply: tires



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 06:13 PM.