Toyo S/T experiences

[FSETH]

I have had the Toyo S/T's on my 4.4 sport package for about 23,000 miles and they do not seem any more loud to me than when they were new. There is also a decent amount of tread left at this mileage which also makes me happy. I really think Toyo make an excellent tire and I will more than likely jump on the S/T II when these are worn out.

[EKS PYB]

I myself got the Toyo Proxes S/T and so far I added 17,000 miles on them and they are a bit loud. Plus just like what mrbmwx5 stated, they do collect a bunch of small rocks between threads.

Other than the noise, I just put up the radio louder so I don't hear the noise.

[Brit6]

Love my S/T's, don't think i would use anything else!

[zerochief]

Originally Posted by richirich

How about Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta... I love these tires...

Rich

I'm running Vredesteins. My last set of Toyos started really roaring around mid-life.

[jvit27]

Well, S/T's have officially been discontinued; there are a few 275/40's around but I could not find 315/35's anywhere locally. ST2's are not available in many sizes yet but I did however run across an interesting affordable tire: Nitto Invo


The reviews I found across the 'net seem fairly positive so this is where my options are at pricewise (hopefully this will help anyone else in the market right now):

1) $700 for two new rear Advans
By the time they wear out, the timing would work out so the fronts would need replacing as well but i'm annoyed at how poorly theyve lasted. Unless Yokohama responds to my complaint with some sort of courtesy discount ill probably skip buying these again for the simple fact im so annoyed I spent top dollar and only got 8 months out of them.
2) $800 for a full set of new Toyo S/T
I could piece a complete set together off ebay, but im hesistant to get a tire that cannot be replaced should something happen.
3) $925 for full set of new Nitto Invos
Tempting
4) $1000 for a set of Vredestein Sessantas
Tempting, good reviews but pushing the price of new Michelins and im skeptical enough to PM ZC lol
5) $1550 for a new set of Michelin Diamaris
@#$%!!!

[jst2878]

Bridgestone HP sport oem 20inch sizes. FTW!!!!

Originally Posted by jvit27

I know some people have said they get noisy ~15k miles but has anyone found otherwise? I'm hugely disappointed with the Yokohamas and I hate to spend the coin on Diamaris' just 7 months after purchasing the Advans

Considering the Toyos since I had pretty good experience with them on my M3 a few years ago.

[giantkeeper]

Originally Posted by jvit27

I looked at the ST2's but they don't have the OEM fitment for a 4.8 available yet..

actually they do, I just put a set on this weekend

hola, fellow m3forum member

[jvit27]

Whoa, really? Got pics? My local dealer said they didn't have 315/35-20's available yet and I confirmed that on Toyo's website!

Oh, Bon jour

[Michelle]

Originally Posted by Vonbimmer

Hi all, I just put the STII's on my 4.4 in the 255/55/18 size. My thoughts thus far, 1200mi in, they are very quiet, ride well and handle well for an all season tire. I guess only time will tell on the Toyo's.

Please keep us updated on the STII's!

Originally Posted by X5Dawg

and yes the do starting "roaring" once you get some mileage on them, but as stated previously they are an excellent handling tire (wet and dry) and much cheaper than Michs.

The ST II's supposedly have been redesigned to address the noise issue, so give them a try - I will when I need a new set!!

[Mister2]

Originally Posted by jvit27

Whoa, really? Got pics? My local dealer said they didn't have 315/35-20's available yet and I confirmed that on Toyo's website!

Oh, Bon jour

They do sell them. I talked to two different toyo reps and one confirmed it was available since first week of October. I contacted TD4L.com after that and they put it on their site while I was ordering on the phone. I just received them about two weeks ago and plan on putting them on soon. 1010tires also sell them but TD4L is the cheapest and closest I can find.