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Specific discussion about the E89 2009 Z4 (sDrive35is, sDrive35i, sDrive30i, sDrive23i)
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Post by Tabz123 » Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm

Hi All

Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.

What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?

Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.

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Post by Ewazix » Sat May 27, 2017 7:05 pm

I think a few members have started running Uniroyal Rainsport and like them (I think they are a good mid range rather than premium tyre). I'm currently on Goodyear Eagles and previously had Falkens (great for the money but poor mileage/wear) It will depend what sizes you are running and your mileage per year, some premium tyres like Michelin will last a lot longer, but If your tyres have cracked I'm guessing you are not a big mileage driver :wink: )

Try here for a good baseline discount price, I've used them no problems http://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=Cj0K ... ApyP8P8HAQ

I've also used Oponeo. Others have had deals from Costco & Asda.
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Post by Smartbear » Sat May 27, 2017 7:15 pm

Hi, im running Fulda sports on my e89, I chose them due to the quietest noise rating & haven't been disappointed :thumbsup:
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Post by Nanu » Sat May 27, 2017 8:21 pm

Try Asda. Yes they do sell tyres online as I have just bought two rears fitted at a local garage and using a voucher code got 10% discount.

Cheapest price I could find for Bridgestone RFs anywhere was £209 each fitted. Asda was the same less the 10% :D
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Post by mr wilks » Sat May 27, 2017 8:37 pm

Tyre choice will always divide opinion & ultimately your budget will dictate your choices .
Uni RS3s are more than capable all rounders for decent money , Kumho also worth considering if you are on a budget but don't want cackky tyres :cry:
a step up in quality but similar budget are Hankooks
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Post by Pastry » Sat May 27, 2017 8:40 pm

I bought my uniroyal RS3's online for about £360 for a set of 4 and got a local mobile fitter to fit them :thumbsup:
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Post by Tabz123 » Sat May 27, 2017 8:56 pm

Ewazix wrote: Sat May 27, 2017 7:05 pm I think a few members have started running Uniroyal Rainsport and like them (I think they are a good mid range rather than premium tyre). I'm currently on Goodyear Eagles and previously had Falkens (great for the money but poor mileage/wear) It will depend what sizes you are running and your mileage per year, some premium tyres like Michelin will last a lot longer, but If your tyres have cracked I'm guessing you are not a big mileage driver :wink: )

Try here for a good baseline discount price, I've used them no problems

http://www.blackcircles.com/?gclid=Cj0K ... ApyP8P8HAQ

I've also used Oponeo. Others have had deals from Costco & Asda.

The tyre size for the E89 is 255,30,R19.

Indeed I don't drive much at all. Probably 5-6k a year if that. I am running standard tyres at the moment and would look to do the same again as run flats give too firm a ride for my liking!

My budget is about £350 including wheel alignment.
I was told on the z both front and back should be aligned once new tyres fitted. Could be being told a load of cack ?

At same time not all places have the machine advanced enough to align bmws ?
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Post by Busterboo » Sat May 27, 2017 9:51 pm

Tabz123 wrote: Sat May 27, 2017 8:56 pm I was told on the z both front and back should be aligned once new tyres fitted. Could be being told a load of cack ?
At same time not all places have the machine advanced enough to align bmws ?
"Cack"? It'd be 'cack' to have new tyres and not have the geometry checked.

A decent tyre place can do a BMW.
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Post by benv6 » Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am

Tabz123 wrote: Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All

Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.

What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?

Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.

Cheers
£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?
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Post by domsz4 » Sun May 28, 2017 10:30 am

mr wilks is right budget and urgency will dictate. i recently ended up with a set of nexen nfera somethings on my rears as the ones on were screwed and i needed something quick and these were in stock in the place nearby. on-line reviews give a good all round review of them and compared to the kuhmo that came off i cant tell a difference. grip for me is good, braking seems good, lets go just about where i like. much quieter and rides a bit smoother and were only 80quid each so if they are bad in the wet i wont have lost out too much.
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Post by Tabz123 » Sun May 28, 2017 10:57 am

benv6 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am
Tabz123 wrote: Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All

Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.

What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?

Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.

Cheers
£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?
It was for 255,30,19s. I went in directly to ATS.
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Post by mr wilks » Sun May 28, 2017 12:02 pm

Tabz123 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 10:57 am
benv6 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am
Tabz123 wrote: Sat May 27, 2017 6:06 pm Hi All

Currently driving my 2012 z4 and noticed rear tyres have cracking in the tyre walls. Since its my first z and in fact any car with large tyres I was a little suprised at new tyre costs.

What are people running on theirs ? Anyone use UniRoyals ?

Been quoted £360 for two set of Uniroyals plus tracking at ATS.

Cheers
£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?
It was for 255,30,19s. I went in directly to ATS.
I think (like myself) folks thought you were talking £360 for the set of 4 not just the rears :? if so id say that was pricey as they are available delivered for £240 then max £30 for fitting / balance ? https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-132204
You could also consider switching sizes to 255 35 19 & have better wheel protection , more comfort & cheaper in purchase cost
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 96y-187772

For very similar £ i would consider the Hankooks as a step up https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-314862
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Post by Tabz123 » Sun May 28, 2017 1:25 pm

mr wilks wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 12:02 pm
Tabz123 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 10:57 am
benv6 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 1:27 am

£360 is a very good offer, what sizes did you get the offer for ? and how did you get this offer, by contacting them directly ?
It was for 255,30,19s. I went in directly to ATS.
I think (like myself) folks thought you were talking £360 for the set of 4 not just the rears :? if so id say that was pricey as they are available delivered for £240 then max £30 for fitting / balance ? https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-132204
You could also consider switching sizes to 255 35 19 & have better wheel protection , more comfort & cheaper in purchase cost
https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 96y-187772

For very similar £ i would consider the Hankooks as a step up https://www.tyreleader.co.uk/car-tyres/ ... 91y-314862
Thanks for the links and the advice mr Wilks. I just need to find someone who will fit them for me as I think the likes of Kwick Fit etc might turn me away?

Does it matter if the rear tyres are thicker in depth than the front i.e moving from 255,30 to 255, 35. A bit more protection and road cushioning will be most welcome. Hopefully I shouldn't experience any wheel arch issues with the change in size ?
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Post by Tabz123 » Sun May 28, 2017 1:30 pm

Also I keep getting told BMWs need a Hunter machine and all 4 wheels need doing...
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Post by mr wilks » Sun May 28, 2017 2:01 pm

Tabz123 wrote: Sun May 28, 2017 1:30 pm Also I keep getting told BMWs need a Hunter machine and all 4 wheels need doing...
If your existing tyres are wearing evenly & not experiencing any tramline or wandering issues there's no need to have alignment done after a tyre change .
The E89 arches are cavernous especially the rears , no problem at all taking 255 35 19 tyre but if you were concerned then stick with OEM numbers , ive had 19s on a E89 with 255 35 & i believe so have other members , by comparison 255 30 rubber is like a rubber band :oops:
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