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Old 11 December 2010, 02:42 PM
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I'm needing to replace all four corners on my '02 WRX. It's got the standard alloys on at the moment so I'm looking at 215/45/R17 tyres for it. Currently running Toyo T1Rs and on the whole they are OK and while I've not been blown away I wouldn't be too unhappy with them I suppose. I'd certainly run them over Pirelli P6000s any day of the week!

Still as I'm replacing all four corners I'm wondering if now is the time to look at making a change, I've just dropped over £700 sorting out the brakes, battery, MOT etc on the car so funds aren't plentiful though I'm afraid.

Currently I'm considering the Falken 452, Toyo T1-R or the Hankook Ventus V12 EVO. The Falkens and the Hankooks seem to be significantly cheaper than the Toyos which makes me a little wary. Any opinions/advice guys?
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I am using 452's and cannot recommend them enough - don't be put off by the price, they are great tyres IMO
Old 11 December 2010, 04:28 PM
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Vredstein sessanta's are good vfm, maybe 10 quid more a corner but far better than the aformentioned above brands.

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T1-R is too soft in the sidewalls for a Scooby, IMHO.

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Originally Posted by TonyBurns
Vredstein sessanta's are good vfm, maybe 10 quid more a corner but far better than the aformentioned above brands.

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I've heard this but am struggling to find the sessantas, any leads?
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Originally Posted by Camoscooby
I am using 452's and cannot recommend them enough - don't be put off by the price, they are great tyres IMO
But your gay so your word doesn't count mate
Old 12 December 2010, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by prodriverules
But your gay so your word doesn't count mate
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Originally Posted by dunx
T1-R is too soft in the sidewalls for a Scooby, IMHO.

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