I know this goes against the tastes of most on this board. It's almost time to replace the stock Dunlops on my '03 P5.
I live in an urban area with crummy roads. I just need a little extra cushion. Yes, I know I will give up sharp handling, and yes, I know that tires alone won't give a Town Car ride. I'm willing to live with that. I often take 2-3 hr road trips occasionally, and I want to cut down on road noise too. I want more of a "touring" tire than a "high performance" tire.
I plan to upsize to 205/50/16. I use stock wheels. I already have winter tires and wheels, so these tires can be summer or all-season type.
My initial choice was BFG Traction T/A, but a lot of review says they are noisey. Have heard mixed opionions on Falken Z-512. I am willing to consider anything that will last at least 30k miles. Not willing to pay for Michelin. I would consider other brands, I know Cooper, Kelly, Fuzion, private label brands, and other less popular brands make a few in this size.
I would appreciate hearing first-hand experience, rather than editorials. Thanks!
Priorities (in order):
- smoother ride
- quieter
- better wet traction and wet braking
- treadlife & price not so important
I live in an urban area with crummy roads. I just need a little extra cushion. Yes, I know I will give up sharp handling, and yes, I know that tires alone won't give a Town Car ride. I'm willing to live with that. I often take 2-3 hr road trips occasionally, and I want to cut down on road noise too. I want more of a "touring" tire than a "high performance" tire.
I plan to upsize to 205/50/16. I use stock wheels. I already have winter tires and wheels, so these tires can be summer or all-season type.
My initial choice was BFG Traction T/A, but a lot of review says they are noisey. Have heard mixed opionions on Falken Z-512. I am willing to consider anything that will last at least 30k miles. Not willing to pay for Michelin. I would consider other brands, I know Cooper, Kelly, Fuzion, private label brands, and other less popular brands make a few in this size.
I would appreciate hearing first-hand experience, rather than editorials. Thanks!
Priorities (in order):
- smoother ride
- quieter
- better wet traction and wet braking
- treadlife & price not so important