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      11-27-2014, 01:20 AM   #16
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Originally Posted by Coupes33 View Post
I purchased a set of Michelin PSS tyres in 2012 from Tire Rack. I found them good to deal with at the time. The breakdown of costs were:

Tyres - $1,150
Freight - $306
Import Duty - $200
Total - $1,656

The same tyres in Australia would have cost me approx. $3,500.

To eliminate the Import Duty, I would split the order and get two shipments of two tyres separated by a month. The shipment costs for two shipments would dictate whether this would be beneficial or not. Also, the exchange rate has changed a lot since 2012 so the costs will be higher but not as high as buying them in Australia. I have found the Michelin PSS tyre excellent for grip (dry & wet) and road noise. I would recommend Michelins over the Pirellis.
You sir have good memory , to remember those numbers exactly from 2012
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