Tires for 1979 450SL - Benzworld.org

johnregnery · 11-29-2004, 01:00 PM

I need to get a set of replacement tires for my 1979 450SL. I've been advised to stay away from Michelins. Supposedly the Firestone Affinity LH30 is not a bad tire, or maybe the Dulop SP Sport A2. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
John

jhodg5ck · 11-29-2004, 03:32 PM

I have switched my entire 'fleet' over to Kuhmo's w/ outstanding results. Great tires that perform wonderfully and you can Not beat the price!

Jonathan

AJSM · 11-30-2004, 04:49 AM

Generally speaking, Michelin is the best choice. The problem is the price...
If you have 14" I would recommend GoodYear Eagle Ventura. They performed very well in my SLC and were a very good deal and also the only ones I found in H...
If you have 15" I would say... Get what you find!!! Michelin are very good but they are expensive as hell!

Jorge
'91 300 SL-24

eks3703 · 12-01-2004, 01:57 PM

It depends on how hard you drive.

Kuhmo does not make 205/70-R14 tires (standard on the early 450sl/slcs). I ended up with Toyos and have been happy with them so far. They are also fairly inexpensive which was good as I have needed to put a lot of money into mechanical repairs.

Pirelli also makes good tires. I've had them on my british sports cars for years.

Erich

jolopez · 12-02-2004, 05:47 PM

Just a question, but what looks better on this car -- white lettering on the outside or white lettering on the inside (not visible / black lettering).

I can't decide with my imagination.

Thanks,
JL

eks3703 · 12-06-2004, 07:15 PM

I prefer black side out with the alloy rims, myself. They're also easier to keep looking nice. Don't have to worry about white lettering getting dirty or faded or scuffed.

Erich