Michelin X tires

[IXLR8]

Hi--

I am restoring a '65 230SL, and it definitely needs new tires.

I see that COSTCO is offering a $70 rebate on the purchase of four Michelin tires.

Costco offers a Michelin X blackwall 195/70-14 at about $75 per tire.

Should I jump on what appears to be a pretty good deal?

Is the Michelin X a good tire for the 230SL? I assume it is the same Michelin X that was the best rated tire some time back.

Will the 195/70 be a good fit (and look good) for the 230SL?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Joe

[Jim Donati]

I am running 195/75 R14 Michelin X on my 1970 280SL.  I think they look very good and they ride nice.

This size results in the speedometer error reading only .05%.  It overstates my speed by just a bit, but at least the slight miscalculation if in the favor of helping me abide by the local speed laws. 

Jim

[J. Huber]

Hey Jim. Car is looking very nice. I like the new top that replaced the other "new top"... Good choice.

BTW, I have 195/75 Michelins as well. Mine are Michelin Ones, which are no longer offered. They have worked out fine for me.

[Jim Donati]

Thanks, I am very happy with my second new soft top

[mdsalemi]

I am running 195/75 R14 Michelin X on my 1970 280SL. 

Michelin X?  As in X?  Just X?  Do you have any idea how old they are?  I hope you mean X-One, or something made this century...

[paulr]

I have 185 x 14 Michelin's on mine. They are great.

[IXLR8]

At $230 for four, after rebate, it looks like a good deal.

Joe


From the COSTCO Website:

Product Overview
(P195/75R14
Measuring Rim Width:  5.50 in 
Overall Diameter:  25.30 in 
Tread Depth:  10.00 in 
Revolutions Per Mile:  823 
Service Description Speed Rating:  S 
Load Index:  92 
Maximum Load:  1400@35psi lbs 
Appearance Sidewall:  Black Sidewall 
Temperature Resistance:  B 
Tire Traction:  A 

Features & Benefits
•80,000-Mile Limited Warranty*
X® Radial DT tires feature MaxTouch Construction™, a unique contact patch shape and design that allows for long-lasting, even treadwear. The tread life of the X Radial DT tires last up to 15,000 more miles versus the leading competitor.†
•Quiet, Comfortable Ride
Michelin Comfort Control Technology™ uses computer-optimized design and precision manufacturing to offer greatly reduced vibrations and road noise.
•Sure Grip in Wet and Snow
An all-weather tread pattern includes full-depth sipes for exceptional traction in rain or snow that lasts throughout the entire life of the tire.

[hauser]

I know of a Michelin XDT.  Is this what you are referring to?

[Jim Donati]

Michelin X?  As in X?  Just X?  Do you have any idea how old they are?  I hope you mean X-One, or something made this century...

Michael:
I looked at my tires again, and yes they are Michelin X Radial all season tires. look to be manufactured in 2006.  I provided pictures to satisfy your curiosity.

Jim

[mdsalemi]

Aha!  It's a Club Store (Costco, Sam's BJ's) tire only.  I thought they had stopped making it years ago because it was the first radial tire.  First the X, than the ZX, then XZX, etc. and X kind of got lost.  Apparently the name is still there.  I have not checked the club stores for tires...

(note there are other tires in the Michelin line that are only available in certain retail outliets: Weatherwise II from Sears, and Destiny from Discount Tire.)

[dseretakis]

Jim, that is an incredible color combination you have there!

[Jim Donati]

Thanks, of course I think so also,  It is original to the data card. 

[dseretakis]

Your color combo will rank as one of the most ideal in my ideal 113 color combo list.  I frequently have this conversation with friends so now I can add one more!

[hauser]

Michelin refers to the 195/75/14 as X radial DT.

http://www.michelinman.com/tire-selector/size/pmetric/195/75/14/tires