Re: Tyres/Tires

[Philip J Wardle <wardle@domain.elided>]

Mike Wattam wrote:

> Hi Joe
>
> Michelin actually make 175-14HR in the XAS pattern, this was fitment to UK
> Stags from 1977.  These are actually made for Franch Citroen DS/ID
> enthusiasts !!!!!
>
> I have never managed to convince Michelin to produce a 185-14 XAS/XVS as
> they say "not enough volume" and while many Stag owners in the UK fit many
> different qualities and sections of tyre, I have to admit Michelin have a
> point.
>
> However, the real modern equivalent tyre is Michelin MXV-P in size 185-14.
> This tyre is still available although there is apparently some talk that
> Michelin are set to discontinue this!  The MXV tyre is very grippy indeed
> in comparison to XAS/XVS tyres, they are well suited to the car and the
> excellent Michelin quality still shines.

I paid £85 + VAT each for MXV-P 185 HR 14's (including fitting and balancing)
at George Tyre Services in the UK (Maldon, Essex, 01621 856488; Hatfield
Peveral, Essex, 01245 381888).

Regards,
Phil Wardle