LJay

I recently picked up a set of G35 Coupe wheels & I need tires for them. I was going to buy a set of tires from Tire Rack but came to the conclusion that's it's best to buy from a local shop (America's Tires) due to how horrible the roads are in SoCal.

I plan on running 235/45-17 on the wheels & need help with the choice of tires:

Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 for $89 each
Kumho Ecsta ASX for $100 each or
BF Goodrich G-Force Sport Comp 2's for $105 each

I'm leaning more towards the BF's or Kumho's but not entirely sure. Any input on any of the tires will help!

george__

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I just bought Comp 2 here in Canada for 19" G35 ray rims.

This was due to consumer report testing that said it was best for performance...

LJay

Yeah I live in SoCal so I would be cool with a summer tire all year round but hear that the compound is softer so that might not be friendly with the potholes out here.

george__

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Will you REALLY notice it though? That is the question...

Most of these tire reviews test them at the "edge"

LJay

That's true. I still have some time to decide but thanks!

Turbobink

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Nankang NS-20 or Nankang AS-1.

I've got the AS-1 in 235/45/18.

They're pretty friggin fantastic and exceedingly inexpensive.

I'm a huge Kumho fan as well ... can't go wrong with those IMO.

LJay

I've seen those tires on Discount tire Direct on eBay. Plenty of good reviews & orders on them too. I might have to buy a set. The local tire prices are just way too high (Americas Tire)

LJay

Just a little bump for anyone who cares. I went with the Milestar MS932 Sport tires for my G35 coupe wheels. 7.5" up front & 8" in the back, wrapped in 235 45 17. My mechanic even complimented the tires saying that they were a great deal & that they'll last me a long time!