What speed rating on factory ContiSportContact 3 SSR
#1
What speed rating on factory ContiSportContact 3 SSR
I recently had a flat tire and replaced my stock tires with some Bridgestone Driveguards. I've decided I'm not happy with them and want to go back to the stock ContiSportContact 3 SSR tires. When I look on tirerack.com there are two versions, and as far as I can tell the only difference is the speed rating. One is W, the other is V. Does anyone know what comes from the factory? Though I should probably just get the cheaper one since I will never reach those top speeds.
#5
V is rated at 149 mph and for Sport sedans, coupes and sports cars
W is rated at 168 mph and for "exotic" sports cars.
Y is rated at 186 mph (exotic sports cars).
V is fine for the MINI all models. H is fine for all base Coopers.
If you have to pay more for W rated then choose the V.
The speed rating is not for "your top speed", it is a relative indicator of the tire being made to handle higher temperatures generated by higher speeds.
W is rated at 168 mph and for "exotic" sports cars.
Y is rated at 186 mph (exotic sports cars).
V is fine for the MINI all models. H is fine for all base Coopers.
If you have to pay more for W rated then choose the V.
The speed rating is not for "your top speed", it is a relative indicator of the tire being made to handle higher temperatures generated by higher speeds.
#7
Honestly I think their just too smooth. I don't like the lack of road feedback through the tires. I also feel like there is too much sidewall flex, especially in turns.
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#8
Hope you find tires that are the right fit for you. My next project is hopefully some koni FSD's while they are still on sale for spring.
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