Winter tires for ES
I'm new to this forum, but since I'm also looking at snows for an ES (2002), I thought I'd mention my findings. (P195/55 R15)
I've had a few tires mentioned to me that are less expensive than the Blizzaks.
First a make called Eurowin was recommended, but I'm a bit apprehensive of something I've never heard of. They are cheap though.
Then I was told that the Dunlop Graspic DS2 are very good ($30.00 more per tire), but that they will wear out fairly quickly.
Another tire, and the one I may end up with is the Kumho KW17. I've read good things about them and they are reasonably priced, (about $105.00 Canadian installed). They were recommended by 2 dealers I spoke to.
The Champion GT's were also mentioned. I was told they are designed by Nokia. They are $10.00 more per tire than the Kumho's and when I asked my salesman which he liked best, he said it was a toss up and that the Kumho's are very good. There was also a Continental mentioned by one of the firms I called, but they liked the Kumho as much.
So, I'm also trying to decide which to buy. I'm leaning towards the Kumho, but I would appreciate any suggestions.
This should benefit the original poster as well as myself.
Thanks,
Larry
