Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #1 Posted August 9, 2018 So I bought some German tires today. I wanted the Michelins but the model I was looking at was a higher end and didn't want to pop another $50. So I bought Continental tires. 80k warranty from Discount Tires. All 4 for out the door price of $597. Sucks but I shouldn't have to worry about tires for 3-4 years. I think it's reasonable that my new car's tires I bought in 2015 lasted that long. Let's hope these last longer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #2 Posted August 9, 2018 That Sonata bad number of miles for original tires. The new ones should do better. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #3 Posted August 9, 2018 4 minutes ago, Longjohn said: That Sonata bad number of miles for original tires. The new ones should do better. It seems like 65k is about what they all run?? Heck, even the Discount Tires guy showed me their expectations don't always live up to standards but 'come back and get credit' which is just more scam to repeat business. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #4 Posted August 9, 2018 My Element had 70,000 on it’s tires when I traded it in and they all looked good. Even wear and lots of tread left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #5 Posted August 9, 2018 My car tires start to dry rot before I hit 65k. Tom 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted August 9, 2018 Share #6 Posted August 9, 2018 I was told by a tire guy that the OEM tires - same brand same model are not the same as aftermarket. The OEM tires are made with less expensive compounds and are not intended to last as long as aftermarket. True or not but I think most people have experience with poor wearing original tires.... That said, I had a small Chrysler Lebaron in the early 80's that I got 100k on the set before I traded it in. I rotated them regularly and the tread lasted like crazy. They definitely needed replaced at the end but still had tread. I was not going to replace them before trading it in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted August 9, 2018 Share #7 Posted August 9, 2018 1 minute ago, Kzoo said: I was told by a tire guy that the OEM tires - same brand same model are not the same as aftermarket. The OEM tires are made with less expensive compounds and are not intended to last as long as aftermarket. True or not but I think most people have experience with poor wearing original tires.... That said, I had a small Chrysler Lebaron in the early 80's that I got 100k on the set before I traded it in. I rotated them regularly and the tread lasted like crazy. They definitely needed replaced at the end but still had tread. I was not going to replace them before trading it in. I can see that... My wife leased her last 3 cars and after 36K miles the tires were pretty worn on each of the cars. I purchased my Subaru used with around 30K miles and don't know if they replaced the tires or if they were OEM but I've got 72K on it now and the tires still are nowhere near needing replacement. Assuming they replaced them, at this rate I'll get well over 70K miles on my tires which is way more than my wife was getting out of her tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #8 Posted August 9, 2018 But isn't comparing tires not even remotely apples-to-apples? Tires come in many forms, for many purposes, and with many intended attributes. All season vs performance vs all terrain. Comfort vs durability vs run flat. Whatever. I also wonder if, like fuel economy, driving style and type plays a big part. "City" vs "highway". Straight roads vs twisty. Flat vs hilly. Warm weather vs cold (and salty) climates. Wet vs dry. Yada yada yada. Tom 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #9 Posted August 9, 2018 I hear tyres last longer. Perhaps you should switch to tyres. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #10 Posted August 9, 2018 2 minutes ago, Wilbur said: I hear tyres last longer. Perhaps you should switch to tyres. I once gashed my tyre on a kerb. Flatted it instantly. ? Tom 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisL Posted August 9, 2018 Share #11 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Razors Edge said: But isn't comparing tires not even remotely apples-to-apples? Tires come in many forms, for many purposes, and with many intended attributes. All season vs performance vs all terrain. Comfort vs durability vs run flat. Whatever. I also wonder if, like fuel economy, driving style and type plays a big part. "City" vs "highway". Straight roads vs twisty. Flat vs hilly. Warm weather vs cold (and salty) climates. Wet vs dry. Yada yada yada. Tom Yeah could be the wear ratings on our tires are vastly different but our vehicle & car types are similar as are driving conditions. I'm guessing the OEM tires Hyundai specs are lower end with low wear ratings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #12 Posted August 9, 2018 I did not get 30K on the stock tires on my Silverado and I rotated them at every oil change, so every 5k miles. I repalced them with higher mileage tires in hopes of getting better mileage or taking advantage of the "prorate" at Discount Tire. Just put a new set of Cooper Ultras on the wife's Jeep. Went with them based off a number of factors, including favorable reviews, a great rating from Consumer Reports and a very high mileage rating, which again, if they do not meet, I will get a prorated discount from Discount Tire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late Posted August 9, 2018 Share #13 Posted August 9, 2018 I usually get good all seasons, less miles, better grip in the snow.. 80-100K is great, right up to the point where you are sliding into the path of a semi. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #14 Posted August 9, 2018 My wife put all seasons on her Pilot (now my Pilot). They can’t get out of their own way. They were a premium tire @ over $200 each. When someone slashed the sidewall on one of the tires the tire shop gave me $120 credit on the road hazard protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #15 Posted August 9, 2018 15 minutes ago, Longjohn said: My wife put all seasons on her Pilot (now my Pilot). They can’t get out of their own way. They were a premium tire @ over $200 each. When someone slashed the sidewall on one of the tires the tire shop gave me $120 credit on the road hazard protection. You I mean "someone" (wink wink) should slash the other three and go back to the shop. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ltdskilz Posted August 9, 2018 Share #16 Posted August 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Wilbur said: I hear tyres last longer. Perhaps you should switch to tyres. That's becuz they only go on those ridiculous little foreign kars. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #17 Posted August 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Wilbur said: I hear tyres last longer. Perhaps you should switch to tyres. Only if purchased from a licensed tyre shoppe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickinMD ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #18 Posted August 9, 2018 63K miles is very good on comes-with-the-vehicle tires! In 2016 had to replace the cheap original tires on my Honda Fit after 30K+ miles which occurred just after the three year warranty. I was able to get Bridgestone Ecopia 422 Plus 60K tires for 2/3 list during a sale at Costco, $429 for 4 out the door. I hope they last longer than the originals! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #19 Posted August 9, 2018 45 minutes ago, Ltdskilz said: That's becuz they only go on those ridiculous little foreign kars. Ah! Gotta love it! This never gets old to me Tom 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #20 Posted August 9, 2018 I watched Top Gear with my son when visiting him. I loved the episode on the Reliant Robin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #21 Posted August 9, 2018 2 hours ago, jsharr said: I did not get 30K on the stock tires on my Silverado and I rotated them at every oil change, so every 5k miles. I repalced them with higher mileage tires in hopes of getting better mileage or taking advantage of the "prorate" at Discount Tire. Just put a new set of Cooper Ultras on the wife's Jeep. Went with them based off a number of factors, including favorable reviews, a great rating from Consumer Reports and a very high mileage rating, which again, if they do not meet, I will get a prorated discount from Discount Tire. That's what my Continnentals will get. I bought them at Discount Tire. A 'prorated' discount or credit for tires that they KNOW will not meet the warranty. They will apply a credit toward your next purchase of tires. I call bullshit. If you're going to give me an 80,000 mile warranty, then you are gauranteeing me 80,000 miles. If I dont get 80K out of them, then you should replace them. And if you don't replace them but refund me a percentage of my original cost -- then give me cash back so I can go buy a set of tires that does from somebody else. Otherwise, don't tell me they're warrantied for 80k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #22 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, MickinMD said: 63K miles is very good on comes-with-the-vehicle tires! In 2016 had to replace the cheap original tires on my Honda Fit after 30K+ miles which occurred just after the three year warranty. I was able to get Bridgestone Ecopia 422 Plus 60K tires for 2/3 list during a sale at Costco, $429 for 4 out the door. I hope they last longer than the originals! They were offering those at Costco today for $461 out the door price. But I elected to go with the Discounted Tire ones at nearly $80K. What's the difference? I'm supposed to get 20K more miles on each tire (a year I figure) and they did rate a bit higher for performance in wet conditions. I don't know. I'm just a consumer so I'm likely to get screwed either way. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
late Posted August 9, 2018 Share #23 Posted August 9, 2018 I just told my mechanic to get me good midpriced all seasons that were actually good in the snow. Came to about $500, got just what I wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Karen_Cooper_Incident Posted August 9, 2018 Share #24 Posted August 9, 2018 If I'm lucky, I will get 20k on my original tires. Couch doesn't drive soccer cars. Couch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #25 Posted August 9, 2018 18 minutes ago, Couch_Incident said: If I'm lucky, I will get 20k on my original tires. Couch doesn't drive soccer cars. Couch You know, 20 kilometres isn't very far. Are the police still stopping you with spike strips? 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheep_herder ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #26 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Dottles said: That's what my Continnentals will get. I bought them at Discount Tire. A 'prorated' discount or credit for tires that they KNOW will not meet the warranty. They will apply a credit toward your next purchase of tires. I call bullshit. If you're going to give me an 80,000 mile warranty, then you are gauranteeing me 80,000 miles. If I dont get 80K out of them, then you should replace them. And if you don't replace them but refund me a percentage of my original cost -- then give me cash back so I can go buy a set of tires that does from somebody else. Otherwise, don't tell me they're warrantied for 80k. You having a bad morning??Should your landlord refund all of your back rent, because you get a leak in the roof? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted August 9, 2018 Share #27 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Dottles said: That's what my Continnentals will get. I bought them at Discount Tire. A 'prorated' discount or credit for tires that they KNOW will not meet the warranty. They will apply a credit toward your next purchase of tires. I call bullshit. If you're going to give me an 80,000 mile warranty, then you are gauranteeing me 80,000 miles. If I dont get 80K out of them, then you should replace them. And if you don't replace them but refund me a percentage of my original cost -- then give me cash back so I can go buy a set of tires that does from somebody else. Otherwise, don't tell me they're warrantied for 80k. First off the tire rating is set by the manufacturer and is being honored by Discount Tire. Tire warranties have always been done on a pro-rated basis - wear or damage. Read the fine print on the sales document when you buy the tire. It's an industry standard. Applying credit to a store discount or store credit is a retail industry standard. You're bitching about stuff that has been SOP for 100 years. No one is perfect so..... Discount Tire isn't prefect, but........ they have been very good to me for the 30 years I have been doing business with them and I won't buy a tire anywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Karen_Cooper_Incident Posted August 9, 2018 Share #28 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Wilbur said: You know, 20 kilometres isn't very far. Are the police still stopping you with spike strips? In the real world, we use miles. According to AWWC anyway. Yea, low profile tires ride nice and all but they don't last very long. And it's not like I drive like an (insert group here who are generally spatially unaware genetically -- it's science folks) person. I drive like an old man for the most part. I have a real stick in my butt. Couch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #29 Posted August 9, 2018 29 minutes ago, Couch_Incident said: I have a real stick in my butt. Funny way to shift but creative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Karen_Cooper_Incident Posted August 9, 2018 Share #30 Posted August 9, 2018 4 minutes ago, Wilbur said: Funny way to shift but creative. No doubt. Couch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #31 Posted August 9, 2018 1 hour ago, sheep_herder said: You having a bad morning??Should your landlord refund all of your back rent, because you get a leak in the roof? Uuuuummmm I am good. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Zacharia Posted August 9, 2018 Share #32 Posted August 9, 2018 3 hours ago, Couch_Incident said: If I'm lucky, I will get 20k on my original tires. Couch doesn't drive soccer cars. Couch Yeah, my Audi’s Goodyears aren’t going to make it past 20k. I’ll need to change them before my state inspection in September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #33 Posted August 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Kzoo said: First off the tire rating is set by the manufacturer and is being honored by Discount Tire. Tire warranties have always been done on a pro-rated basis - wear or damage. Read the fine print on the sales document when you buy the tire. It's an industry standard. Applying credit to a store discount or store credit is a retail industry standard. You're bitching about stuff that has been SOP for 100 years. No one is perfect so..... Discount Tire isn't prefect, but........ they have been very good to me for the 30 years I have been doing business with them and I won't buy a tire anywhere else. Kazabooboo, I love discount tires. We are in agreement. It'd weird but I always feel so GREAT after I buy them. I feel obligated to bitch a little because drama is important in a forum. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share #34 Posted August 9, 2018 5 minutes ago, Prophet Zacharia said: Yeah, my Audi’s Goodyears aren’t going to make it past 20k. I’ll need to change them before my state inspection in September. Wow. Yeah I thought he was kidding around. They love to cut corners these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Karen_Cooper_Incident Posted August 9, 2018 Share #35 Posted August 9, 2018 30 minutes ago, Prophet Zacharia said: Yeah, my Audi’s Goodyears aren’t going to make it past 20k. I’ll need to change them before my state inspection in September. Which Audi did you get? Couch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #36 Posted August 9, 2018 Just now, Wilbur said: I hear tyres last longer. Perhaps you should switch to tyres. Or taars! Might have to go down south to get them though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #37 Posted August 9, 2018 Just now, Longjohn said: I watched Top Gear with my son when visiting him. I loved the episode on the Reliant Robin. Me too! I have only seen a couple Top Gears but that was my favourite. They must show that one a lot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted August 9, 2018 Share #38 Posted August 9, 2018 My son recorded all the British Top Gear shows until they fired that guy, the other guys quit and now they have their own show. At least I think that is what my son told me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Zacharia Posted August 10, 2018 Share #39 Posted August 10, 2018 2 hours ago, Couch_Incident said: Which Audi did you get? Couch 2016 A6 Quattro 3.0 T. I like it. Allows me to keep the Toyota for a couple more years for weekend/snow activities. I don’t want a new SUV. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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