Pirelli P Zero Rosso

2.7 V6 30v biturbo - 380 bhp
Post Reply
m.shears
Neutral
Posts: 22
Joined: Thu Jan 05, 2006 7:16 pm
Location: South West London

Pirelli P Zero Rosso

Post by m.shears » Wed Feb 08, 2006 3:37 pm

I need 2 new front tyres on my RS4. The car currently has P Zero Rosso's all round and I am being quoted around £160 + VAT per corner fitted.

Does anyone know if this is a reasonable price?

Thanks,

Matt.

bobjebb
Top Gear
Posts: 2196
Joined: Sat Jul 24, 2004 10:27 pm
Location: Location, Location

RE: Pirelli P Zero Rosso

Post by bobjebb » Wed Feb 08, 2006 4:11 pm

If it's time to change them, general concensus is to try something else like PS2's. Lots of info on here...
RS4 B5. Where it all started.
RS6+ Never to be replaced.
Replaced by: 997 Turbo. Didn't like.
Replaced by RS6. I like(d).
Land Rover Defender. Not as nippy.
Back with C6 RS6
And again C7 RS6

m.shears
Neutral
Posts: 22
Joined: Thu Jan 05, 2006 7:16 pm
Location: South West London

Post by m.shears » Wed Feb 08, 2006 4:44 pm

Bobjebb,

I have just been reading about the PS2's they sound like better tyres. Do you use them?

Matt.

User avatar
MEPS
1st Gear
Posts: 71
Joined: Sat Jul 23, 2005 1:41 pm

Post by MEPS » Wed Feb 08, 2006 6:30 pm

Just put them on mine miles better especially in the wet.

User avatar
Doc
2nd Gear
Posts: 214
Joined: Sun Mar 20, 2005 9:12 pm
Location: NJ, USA; Up North, UK

Post by Doc » Wed Feb 08, 2006 6:34 pm

PS2's are overall a better tyre, but the Rosso's give good grip but not the longevity of the PS2's.

All things being equal PS2's are the way to go even with the additional cost.

Hope you're having fun in your RS4...... :bigwave:

User avatar
bakerdcb
4th Gear
Posts: 624
Joined: Sat Jan 08, 2005 7:08 pm
Location: Worcestershire

Post by bakerdcb » Wed Feb 08, 2006 7:05 pm

Yes, they are more money but a much superior tyre. If you drive your RS4 'properly' don't skimp on the rubber. Far too important :beerchug: :thumbs:
:nogarors4:

m.shears
Neutral
Posts: 22
Joined: Thu Jan 05, 2006 7:16 pm
Location: South West London

Post by m.shears » Thu Feb 09, 2006 1:54 pm

Hi Doc, I'm really enjoying the RS4 thanks.

I agree that tyres are not to be skimped on so I think I will make the change to the PS2 's now. Seems a bit steep when you have to buy 4 of them!

Cheers,

Matt.

User avatar
harry
4th Gear
Posts: 926
Joined: Thu Jul 14, 2005 4:39 pm
Location: Upside down behind the telly
Contact:

Post by harry » Thu Feb 09, 2006 8:40 pm

Seems a bit steep when you have to buy 4 of them!
Agreed. Try Costco Tyre Sales. They only deal in Michelin and buy in huge quantity so priced competitively. ATS are owned by Michelin too so worth a shot.

Alternatively source Toyo tyres with correct speed rating. You wont be disappointed and will save some cash.
Have had a set myself and would buy again.

Currently on Mich PS2 to see wot all the fuss was about. Would never use Pirelli or BF Goodrich again.
Practise safe sex & drive a hybrid if you can...

User avatar
Doc
2nd Gear
Posts: 214
Joined: Sun Mar 20, 2005 9:12 pm
Location: NJ, USA; Up North, UK

Post by Doc » Thu Feb 09, 2006 10:10 pm

harry wrote:
Seems a bit steep when you have to buy 4 of them!
Alternatively source Toyo tyres with correct speed rating. You wont be disappointed and will save some cash.
Have had a set myself and would buy again.
ToyoTIR's sure the TIS's are tosh :oops:

User avatar
PhilT
RS246.com
Posts: 8713
Joined: Fri Jan 10, 2003 2:03 pm
Location: South Yorkshire

Post by PhilT » Fri Feb 10, 2006 9:35 am

Toyos rock on the RS4. Was running S'es for years, and now on R's. Looks like I'll be getting 15000 - 20000 miles on this set, and they are sticky too :thumbs:
RS246 Shop - RS246 Window Stickers and RS6 Keyrings

Current : 2016 Audi SQ7 & Radical SR3 Supersport

Ex : 2010 Nissan GT-R Premium Edition, 2014 Audi S3 Sportback, 2007 Audi Q7 4.2 TDI, Clio 172 Cup, B5 RS4, C5 RS6+ (249/999), S2 Coupe, Ex-Police Senator 3.0 24v, Ford Escort 1.3

User avatar
DaveP
Top Gear
Posts: 1533
Joined: Wed Dec 03, 2003 11:29 pm
Location: North West England

Post by DaveP » Fri Feb 10, 2006 10:09 am

Had the T1-S's on once....agree with Doc, they're tosh compared to PS2's. Can't comment on the T1-R's, but they should be much better as they have a better load rating and stiffer sidewalls.
DaveP...
Audi Allroad - Daily slogger
S1 Exige - Track beast

m.shears
Neutral
Posts: 22
Joined: Thu Jan 05, 2006 7:16 pm
Location: South West London

Post by m.shears » Fri Feb 10, 2006 10:58 am

So are you saying the Toyo T1R's are worth a look?
Matt.

User avatar
p.binks
2nd Gear
Posts: 158
Joined: Sun Jul 04, 2004 3:20 pm
Location: notts

Post by p.binks » Sat Feb 11, 2006 9:11 am

Just had two Goodyear eagle F1 gsd3 tyres fitted for £137 all in and they are very good compared with the pirrelli's they replaced,also a much better tyre than the Michelin pilot sports fitted on the rear as they keep spinning and were crap on the front with limited grip and steering feel it was like driving around waiting for an accident to happen.
Personally i don't rate michelin,had them on 3 different cars and never been impressed by the grip etc too hard and wet weather grip is a lottery compared with goodyears and toyo's.
Cheers "Bingo"
:roll: :nogarors4:
2002 Noggy RS4,AP 6 pots,Revo,H&R big arb's,milltek.

Post Reply

Return to “RS4 (B5 Typ 8D) 1999-2001”

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 19 guests