Six weeks ago I replaced my 4 OEM Bridgestones. I took a chance and bought Sumitomo's after viewing the test comparisons on Tire Rack. They won first place against some great tires. I couldn't be happier with my Sumis. They seem to grip better than the Bridgestones, probably quieter, and ride a little better. Too early to report on any wear, but at nearly half the price of the OEMs they are a performance bargain. And I wouldn't trade them for the Bridgestones. Can't wait to try them out next month when I drive "The Dragon" on the way to NC.

GeneB

 

You bought the HTR or HTR ZIII?

 

They're HTR ZIIIs. $410 including shipping.

 

I have the same tires and I love them!
Pretty decent treadwear and they are the best in their class
I did like 4 autocrosses with 10K miles when the rears went out and fronts are still going on...
Pretty decent in rain as well

 

How do these hold up against the Potenza RE070s?

 

$410 for all 4 including shipping? daaang thats cheap.

 

that is cheap! i pay like 300 something for two of my bf g forces

 

RE070's are in the Max Performance Category, so there probably isn't a fair comparison. Plus those have a treadwear rating of 140.

 

The RE070 is essentially a hair below an R-compound. No comparison.

Ryan

 

Not available for AP1 wheel sizes. Boo.