03 4.6IS..best all season tires...?

Cesar.Imola4.6I · #1 01-25-2007, 11:28 AM

Hello guys, im in Houston, and soon moving to Denver. Dont really do much snow driving in Houston, and i also realize it doesnt snow everyday in Denver either. I need tires in about 5Km so, the timing will be perfect....however, im not interested in having two sets of tires (snow and summer).

What suggestions do you offer for ALL SEASON tires, 20's..?

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BimmerDude · #2 01-25-2007, 11:41 AM

Hey Cesar, in my opinion, I would go with the pirellis scorpions....I just put them on my truck, they are perfect... Good Luck

ljnlaw · #3 01-26-2007, 12:36 AM

I would suggest getting 18's and putting the P Scorpions on them (you can get cheap 18's for like $150-$200 a piece). Then put some gummys on the 20's...you will drive like a tank through the Colorado snow with 18's. My .02

X5Boston · #4 01-26-2007, 02:06 AM

I have Michelin Latitude Tour HPs on my 20s. Haven't been through a serious snowfall yet but I may have the chance in the next few days. Since purchasing them last September, they have been great. Excellent grip and wet weather performance in an all season W-rated tire.

I still have a set of 18" rims specifically made for the 4.6/4.8 running on Pirelli Scorpians. The tires are not too pricey and do the job well. The narrower width helps with moving through the deeper stuff.

yeowzer · #5 01-26-2007, 11:19 AM

Not really a choice unfortunately. You could seriously probably drive on the Diamaris all year around unless you go up to the ski resorts. However, with the crazy winter we are having this year it wouldn't work.

On a different note welcome to Denver.

Cesar.Imola4.6I · #6 01-26-2007, 12:20 PM

Thx Yeowzer.! Actually moving back. (long time Denver resident), been in Houston a few years.

Yeah, dont have the space/budget to have a second set of rims (18) or snow/summer tires. Thxs for the info

X5Jay · #7 01-26-2007, 12:31 PM

I thought you were selling your 4.6?

yeowzer · #8 01-26-2007, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Cesar.Imola4.6I

Thx Yeowzer.! Actually moving back. (long time Denver resident), been in Houston a few years.

Yeah, dont have the space/budget to have a second set of rims (18) or snow/summer tires. Thxs for the info

That's cool. If I didn't go snowboarding all the time I wouldn't even put my 18's on. I drove in the first couple of snow storms with my 20's and did fine. I wouldn't worry about it. You should be fine. When are you moving back?

Cesar.Imola4.6I · #9 01-29-2007, 03:43 PM

I am selling it, but im not giving it away either, if i dont sell in the next month or so, i may just keep it. Its a nice car, with super low milege and both BMW maintenance and warranty, so, im asking about the tires in case i keep it.

SeattleYates · #10 01-29-2007, 04:58 PM

As far as I know, Latitudes are the only all-season tires that come for in 4.6is sizes. They're supposed to be great tires, are reasonably priced (Costco can get them for you) and would be a good choice for your situation.

Of course, you have to bear in mind that none of these low profile wide meats that fit on the 4.6is are ideal for snow/ice...they spread the weight out so much that they're a bit like sleds...

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