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      07-24-2013, 10:14 AM   #1
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Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3

Anyone purchase these tires?

I'm looking to replace my Potenza Runflats soon. Looking to go A/S as opposed to a Summer / Winter setup. These look like the best option.

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      07-25-2013, 11:33 AM   #2
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I too am looking at the A/S 3. Also considering the PSS.

PSS- proven track record but only rated at 30k miles

A/S 3- lots of hype for a tire thats only been out for a month and I can't find any user reviews on them. Rated at 45k miles.

We have the Michelin A/S plus which is the gen prior to the A/S 3 on our 535i GT. Great tire and they still have 10/32s on the front at 17k miles. Have not measured the rears.
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Yes, A/S 3 is getting a lot of hype from what I've read. I watched a video from topspeed.com that tested the A/S 3 and they tested better than most summer tires. I don't think tirerack has posted any tests or ratings compared to any other tires yet.

Perhaps Gary @ Tirerack can chime in on the A/S 3 and when he expects to have test results compared to other A/S ultra-high performance tires?
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      07-25-2013, 12:19 PM   #4
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Yes, A/S 3 is getting a lot of hype from what I've read. I watched a video from topspeed.com that tested the A/S 3 and they tested better than most summer tires. I don't think tirerack has posted any tests or ratings compared to any other tires yet.

Perhaps Gary @ Tirerack can chime in on the A/S 3 and when he expects to have test results compared to other A/S ultra-high performance tires?
I think if you are only considering A/S tires, the A/S 3 is the way to go.
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Yes, A/S 3 is getting a lot of hype from what I've read. I watched a video from topspeed.com that tested the A/S 3 and they tested better than most summer tires. I don't think tirerack has posted any tests or ratings compared to any other tires yet.

Perhaps Gary @ Tirerack can chime in on the A/S 3 and when he expects to have test results compared to other A/S ultra-high performance tires?
Gary is out on vacation, but I am checking in for him. The A/S 3 was impressive in testing, though we have not tabulated all of our results yet. They should be posted in the next few weeks once all the data is compiled and they put the writeup together.

The A/S 3 looks like it will be exceptionally good for its category for wet and dry traction. For snow traction, it will not be as good as true winter tires, but if you have a mild winter it will do the job. Expect winter traction similar to the current A/S Plus.
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Thinking of running these on my summer setup because I know I'm prone to waiting until the first snow before switching. I wonder if they're worth the price difference vs the Conti DWS.

I'm sad they lost the V-groove pattern though.

How come they don't come in 235/35?!

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Gary is out on vacation, but I am checking in for him. The A/S 3 was impressive in testing, though we have not tabulated all of our results yet. They should be posted in the next few weeks once all the data is compiled and they put the writeup together.

The A/S 3 looks like it will be exceptionally good for its category for wet and dry traction. For snow traction, it will not be as good as true winter tires, but if you have a mild winter it will do the job. Expect winter traction similar to the current A/S Plus.
Thanks for the response, Ben! Looking forward to the test results. Please post an update in a few weeks when available. Thanks again.
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I ordered the A/S 3 from a local retailer. They have to order the fronts, should be by the end of next week.
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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT mix with Michelin A/S

My 2007 E92 335I rear tyre wear externally on inner side at 20,000KM. Front are fine. Is it OK to only replace rear tyre with Michelin A/S?


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Anyone purchase these tires?

I'm looking to replace my Potenza Runflats soon. Looking to go A/S as opposed to a Summer / Winter setup. These look like the best option.

http://www.michelinman.com/tire-sele...3/tire-details

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/...y.jsp?ttid=170
I've had the A/S 3's for three weeks now. They replaced Hankook Ventus V12's and I find them to be an improvement in most areas. The grip is very good in the dry and downright impressive in the wet. They are pretty quiet too. The sidewalls are quite a bit firmer than the Hankooks which helps in the handling department but bumps can be felt a bit more. I am very pleased with them.
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I've had the A/S 3's for three weeks now. They replaced Hankook Ventus V12's and I find them to be an improvement in most areas. The grip is very good in the dry and downright impressive in the wet. They are pretty quiet too. The sidewalls are quite a bit firmer than the Hankooks which helps in the handling department but bumps can be felt a bit more. I am very pleased with them.
Running V12s as my summer setup now, may try these next if the reviews stay positive.
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Ordered mine Friday from local retailer. They called today and said the fronts for my 335is won't go into production till sept/oct. I had called Michelin prior and they claimed there are some in stock.

So I called Michelin again today. The A/S 3 fronts I need in 225/40/18 are just being built and not in actual production yet. So it could be Sept/Oct.

Guess I'll go to local retailer, get a refund and wait.

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Ordered mine Friday from local retailer. They called today and said the fronts for my 335is won't go into production till sept/oct. I had called Michelin prior and they claimed there are some in stock.

So I called Michelin again today. The A/S 3 fronts I need in 225/40/18 are just being built and not in actual production yet. So it could be Sept/Oct.

Guess I'll go to local retailer, get a refund and wait.
I can confirm that size 225/40R18 is indeed on backorder until at least October, possibly later for the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3.

Fortunately, you can use size 235/40R18 up front in its place.


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I've had the A/S 3's for three weeks now. They replaced Hankook Ventus V12's and I find them to be an improvement in most areas. The grip is very good in the dry and downright impressive in the wet. They are pretty quiet too. The sidewalls are quite a bit firmer than the Hankooks which helps in the handling department but bumps can be felt a bit more. I am very pleased with them.
How's the ride quality over bumps? Are you running the V rated version or the Y rated version?
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I have these coming in on Wednesday with a set if vossen cv3's. I've had the super sport and wasn't too impressed till this month as its been really warm up here in Canada. The tires stick! But usually, the temps are 15c highs with lows hitting 9c and its like driving on plastic!

I've had the Conti DWS and for our weather here, these are amazing plus very quiet!

Had the Michelin A/S plus and though great, the rears seemed to cup! Good performance though they were a tad loud.

Also had the Pirelli pzero all season and I hated them. Loud and very unstable.
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How's the ride quality over bumps? Are you running the V rated version or the Y rated version?
I have the V-rated 225/45R17's. The are definitely firmer than my previous tires but not as firm as the Pirelli runflats that came on the car originally. I think they are fine over bumps but don't expect soft luxury-oriented ride with these.
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Went with the 235s up front and just had them installed an hour ago. Will make the 30 mile drive to work this evening
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Went with the 235s up front and just had them installed an hour ago. Will make the 30 mile drive to work this evening
And what did you go with in the rear? 255 or 265?

I may end up going 235s front and 265s rear for my stock 162 wheels.
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Went with the 235s up front and just had them installed an hour ago. Will make the 30 mile drive to work this evening
And what did you go with in the rear? 255 or 265?

I may end up going 235s front and 265s rear for my stock 162 wheels.
Just 255s for the rears. 265s I should of thought of that.
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Would the 235's fit my fronts 2009 E90 335i Msport, factory Msport wheels? If so I might go with them, I am in need of new ones.
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Would the 235's fit my fronts 2009 E90 335i Msport, factory Msport wheels? If so I might go with them, I am in need of new ones.
Its seems like 235s 265s will fit stock wheels according to what some have said on this thread.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=867366
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235/40R18 fits up front in lieu of 225/40R18.

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