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Old 08-03-2011, 01:00 PM   #1
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I think ballpark, I have about 5k on them right now and they look brand new, but like I said I don't auto-cross. I do drive pretty aggressively though so they get "used". They still grip wonderfully and didn't break my bank. There was a bit of tire "drone" for the first hundred miles or so, but it went away and they are actually very quiet tires as well. Highly recommend.

I also highly recommend the Star Specs. I have several AXs on them and have driven across the country on the same set amazing tires there was a special on them on tire rack. but with out it now it is still about 650 for a set.
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Old 08-03-2011, 06:15 PM   #2
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My last set of tires, the ultra-expensive Pirellis, were one of the worst tires that I've ever had on any car...




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Old 08-03-2011, 06:39 PM   #3
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Old 08-03-2011, 07:08 PM   #4
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If you want a really good tires, and don't want to pay an arm and a leg for them, go with the Kuhmo ASX. I put them on both of my Boxsters. They have out performed Pirellis, Conti, and Toyo. IMHO, for the price, you can't do better. They will surprise you.
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Old 08-03-2011, 10:46 PM   #5
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What about Sumitomo HTR ZIII?
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Old 08-04-2011, 05:13 AM   #6
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I have been driving on the Sumitomo HTR Z111 since I bought the car in 2009 (Boxster98) and driven from Florida to Mtl in mostly rain. Still have them on and I love them.
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I use Hankook R-S3s for autox and daily driving. Yesterday I finally got to drive them in a heavy downpour and they did great, and they are second only to R compound tires for autox.
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Old 08-04-2011, 09:02 AM   #8
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I have been driving on the Sumitomo HTR Z111 since I bought the car in 2009 (Boxster98) and driven from Florida to Mtl in mostly rain. Still have them on and I love them.
My HTR ZIII's have been on my '98 for over two years and they're still looking good. When I replace them, it will be with another set just like 'em.
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