530i Sport Tires - BMW Forum

dscherpf · 09-05-2005, 11:58 AM

I am in the market for new tires for my 2002 530i sport and was wondering what you guys recommend. I searched but couldn't find any specifics for the sport model.

Also would I be better off getting all seasons or another set of rims (16's?) with winter tires? If any of you do this is there a OEM rim that would get the job done?

///Matt · 09-06-2005, 12:42 AM

I'd recommend Pirelli P-Zero Nero's....They're not ultra expensive and they've suited my 540is well. They do AMAZING in wet conditions...

ErikB · 09-06-2005, 03:34 PM

I mounted the Bridgestone Turanza LS-V on my sport. They give up a little in handling, but the ride improved and the quietness is amazing. It's like a different car. I'd recommend them highly if you're not a handling-first guy. I'd say the drop off is maybe 20%.

Five5 · 09-06-2005, 05:12 PM

I replaced the original Dunlop 2000s with Dunlop 9000s on my 2001 530i Sport. I wouldn't recommend 9000s, very hard sidewalls, I was constantly rebalancing because of vibration. I then tried some Yokohamas that only lasted 15,000 miles. Now I have Bridgestone Turnanza. So far very good. Can't help on winter, I do high mileage highway driving, no snow.

Jon G. · 09-07-2005, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ///Matt

I'd recommend Pirelli P-Zero Nero's....They're not ultra expensive and they've suited my 540is well. They do AMAZING in wet conditions...

I mounted these about 10k miles ago and they are very good all-around tires.

-Jon

///Matt · 09-07-2005, 01:24 AM

Just a note to add....If you live somewhere where there is a fair amount of snow, definitely get a set of snow tires as the pirelli's dont hold up real well in ice/snow conditions...

dscherpf · 09-07-2005, 06:28 AM

Thanks for all the suggestions. I actually have Bridgestone Turanza LS-Z's now, I'm not sure of the difference with the LS-V but I have seen good reviews for it.

Unfortunately when I do get snow it can be pretty bad, being rear wheel drive with summer tires wouldn't help so I figure a good winter tire/rim combo is in order.

ErikB · 09-07-2005, 09:10 AM

Oops, I meant LS-Z. I have the LS-V on another of my vehicles.

DavidE60 · 09-09-2005, 05:37 AM

^ I have LS-Z's too... they are decent tires.