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Recommended tyres for the R231 SL400 AMG Series

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Labusthetormentor
Posts: 62
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:03 pm

I have searched all of the previous posts on this topic, but I have not been able to locate anything published after 2022. Could you please correct me if I'm mistaken?

The car was last registered in Scotland, so it retains the original set of four Pirelli Sottozero M+S tyres, but they all need replacing. Life in Eastbourne, on England's southern coast, is obviously not fulfilling.

I would prefer a well-known brand that is both quiet and has a good grip. Since I only put 2,000 miles on my vehicle per year, I could care less about fuel efficiency or durability, but I would rather not shell out top dollar.

I am open to any and all suggestions.
Edmonston33
Posts: 105
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

The Continental SC7 and the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (or 5s) are two of the best tyre brands on the market. However, the price is high.
The Goodyear Asymmetric 6 and the F1 tyre are excellent substitutes. Great grip and silent operation at a lower price.

Since tires are subjective, I'm sure you'll be presented with a variety of brands.
For more information on each brand and tyre, read the trye review.
Labusthetormentor
Posts: 62
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:03 pm

Thanks a lot; oddly enough, I've never come across tyrereviews.com while looking for precisely that. Your response and suggestions are much appreciated. You have my gratitude.
GoodWillHunt
Posts: 61
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:37 pm

How about this one:

A Very Manly Beefy Baby
A comforter
Coin Flip
Long Linglong
Hey there!
Two Times the Joy
Get ready for a sunny road adventure!

Every name on the tyre is real.
IMINGAR55
Posts: 88
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:47 pm

I have simply stuck with mine since they came with MO Conti's when they were new.
ChristousPapous
Posts: 84
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:00 pm

The factory-installed Yokohama ADVAN V105 tires on my SL400 performed admirably on dry roads but let me down on wet ones.
I switched to Goodyear asymmetric 6 and couldn't be happier with my choice.
I hope this is useful.
Hughes-Davies1979
Posts: 67
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:47 pm

Triangle was left out.
Labusthetormentor
Posts: 62
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:03 pm

Thanks to the advice here and their outstanding "wet" rating, I settled on Goodyear F1 Eagle Asymmetric 6. For all four, including alignment, I forked out £814. I went with a locally acclaimed business even though I could have gotten them for £50 less at a national tyre depot-style establishment.I value your opinion and thank you for sharing it.
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