Reply With QuoteProbably won't make much difference in the ride or handling....it will
effect your speedometer by making it read on the low side with the higher
profile tire.
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- 10-18 04:05 AM #1CGuest
Tires - worth going plus 1 size?
I've got an 89 260E that needs a new set of tires. OEM size is 195/65R15.
Thinking of going 205/60R15 or 215/60. Was wondering if it will really make
a noticeable difference for this car. I'm not an aggressive driver, but do
appreciate good handling. Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
- 10-18 07:48 PM #2Rockman59Guest
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- 10-18 11:53 PM #3T.G.Guest
Re: Tires - worth going plus 1 size?
Suggest a one size increase only; the wider the tire the "faster" the
steering reaction becomes but the steering feed-back from grooves in the
roadway etc. also increases. Also, wider tires are not as good in snow
if that's a consideration in your area.
- 10-19 02:27 AM #4ScottGuest
Re: Tires - worth going plus 1 size?
Going 1-plus larger is unlikely to cause problems, will improve look of car,
and (IMO) improve handling a bit. I have done this on all my W124s.
205/60's will give you 24.7" inch overall diameter vs 24.9" on the 195/65's
so speedometer will be OK. The sidewall height will also be just about the
same ( 4.85 inches vs 4.99 inches). Added bonus is more tire choices for
your money.
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