I guess you are right on the new model tires, it's just a big jump from $110 per tire to $170-180.That's gonna be the norm for not crap 17+ inch tires..it's likely the tires you looked at before were replaced with new models or were on closeout deals, or you remembered incorrectly and weren't looking at the same kind. " Good " tires for my 18" wheels are over 200 each so I feel your pain.
Yeah, especially with the balance and mounting fees and blah blah those small things drive up the price. **** here in Illinois there's a "state tire fee" and a "state disposal fee" as well lolI guess you are right on the new model tires, it's just a big jump from $110 per tire to $170-180.
I had my mind and my budget set for 5-600$ not nearly 900!
Look for higher speed ratings (higher heat tolerance) and obviously it'll mention how it performs in the rain. I like to browse tires on tire rack because of the visual representation it gives each tire to rate them in several different ways, and then buy them wherever they're cheapest.I guess I forgot to mention, these tires will be driven in Texas, so mostly need a Tire that can handle HEAT and RAIN, no need for snow or ice tires.
Thank you, I guess I will call them when they open and tell them I will handle the tires myself, It's just alot of money to NOT do some homework and ask others for tips and suggestions.Look for higher speed ratings (higher heat tolerance) and obviously it'll mention how it performs in the rain. I like to browse tires on tire rack because of the visual representation it gives each tire to rate them in several different ways, and then buy them wherever they're cheapest.
I'm sure ExtremeRevolution can offer some great advice as well (for specific tires) should he see this thread. I'm only good for some general knowledge hahaThank you, I guess I will call them when they open and tell them I will handle the tires myself, It's just alot of money to NOT do some homework and ask others for tips and suggestions.
I appreciate your advice! Thank you
Do your current tires show any sign of uneven wear? If not you probably don't need the alignment. I would go with Discount Tire since they'll rotate and balance the tires for tread-life.DISCOUNT TIRE PRICE
PIRELLI
CINTURATO P7
225 /50 R17 94H SL BSW BM RF
Total: $867.22
DEALERSHIP TIRE PRICE
CONTINENTAL - CONTIPROCONTACT
P225/50R17
Same price BUT alignment included with dealership price
I have them in 19 and they aren't that impressive for the price they are. I'll save you the don't work at all in snow long speech since snow is not really an issue for you.P7 over the ProContact - those are the crap Continental ones that are OEM on many cars (PureContact are the good ones).
For long life, and between those, I'd go P7 V speed rated.
I am about 3 hours away from Shreveport, so 6 hours round trip PLUS labor time. The price might be worth itI know I looked at Tire Rack and drove a little to pick them up and install. I see you are in Tx. how close are you to Shreveport. LA to pick them up and have installed at TR and bypass the shipping? Just a thought. TR is overall the best price I found. I got a set of Continentals for @ 550 installed(at the TR dist center)
I hate the dealership after this experience, they charge an arm and a leg for anything!I have them in 19 and they aren't that impressive for the price they are. I'll save you the don't work at all in snow long speech since snow is not really an issue for you.
The tires I picked when I had Eco 17's were the Bridgestone G Force Comp 2 A/S at a really good price and ratings to not pass up. Either way dealer's price will always be higher than everywhere else. 1 singular Goodyear assurance tire after I got towed there Via OnStar was like $270 mounted and balanced. Replaced the other 3 for like $110 tire rack not too long after that.