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Michelin Pilot Super Sport - 245/40ZR18/XL 97Y Tire
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May 31, 2020
AstroBob
5 out of 5 stars review

Good wear, wet and dry performance GREAT feedback.

Have had these on an ALFA Romeo 4C with some mods. The stock P tires didn't last that long and on track got "greasy" after 3 laps. Worse was they emphasized tramming. The PSS have been on the car for 2 years now....much better wear, tramming dramatically less, Feedback is very good on these...perhaps even better than latest P4S although on paper the P4S is very slightly better in wet pretty even in dry. I might have tried P4S but at the they didn't have them in 215 size. The PSS also are better than my old stock tires on track in just about every way. 245/215 combo (+1 sizeing) on a 4C and maintain the same aspect ratio as stock makes for a greatly improved ride for street and occasional track day. There are tires more suitable for track only but those generally are poor as a daily driver/occasional track day tire.

Review from michelinman.com
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Jan 28, 2012
JIRUTENBEG
5 out of 5 stars review

Best tire made since the original X

I have only ever bought Michelin because they usually are OEM equipment but mostly, I have the utmost confidence in the company. I own over 15 Vintage Lincolns all with their original Michelin X or XA radials. They still do not even look like they have been driven on. Now, these New Super Sports not only are lasting but look good, handle like a dream and ride like I'm on a cloud. Two of the tires didnt even require any weights. The other two only took 1/4 oz. Ive never had a car that had a perfect balance and Ive had over 100 cars in my lifetime. These are the finest tires since the original X which came on the 68 1/2 Lincoln Mark III. These make my car ride like IM on a cloud. I wouldnt have any other tire. The only thing is they should be about 340 tread wear to keep up with the Contientals but other than that. No complaints here!!! These are leaps and bounds ahead of the original Pilots. Those are the WORST wearing tires EVER. I made the dealership change them 3 times. I finally gave up and bought the Super Sports. Best thing I ever did. Don't try and save a few dollars and buy anything but these tires. That is if your application calls for Utra Ultra High Performance tires. My CL 600 which is a bi-Turbo V 12 and has a 25k suspension is very finicky about what it rides on and this tire can handle what ever is thrown its way. Congradulations Michelin!

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Jan 28, 2012
Omnious
5 out of 5 stars review

It is the thing

I have a 1000 mile on the pilot super sport installed on my infiniti G35 Coupe and it is a fun experience. The grip is phenomenal and the handeling is superb. I just want to verify if they will last 2x as there compatertor, if this the case...then i found my tire brand.

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May 7, 2013
SLKster
2 out of 5 stars review

Fast wearing

Purchased these Pilot Super Sport tires for the rear as I only got 10,000 miles from the originals. The handling and smoothness was great. I am a smart/safe driver and regiously check the air pressure but only got 7,000 miles off these tires, especially the right rear, which is the torc side. The left rear still has at least half the tread left but I will have to change them both. I was told that's the nature of the beast. I will think of sacrificing smoothness for a little more wear life and look for something else.

Review from michelinman.com
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reply from Supplier Response

Thank you for providing your feedback in regard to your experience with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. Based upon the issue that you described, a member of our Consumer Care team will be contacting you. You may also call our office at 1-866-866-6605 for assistance.

Sep 3, 2018
thecollieman
5 out of 5 stars review

Best road tire in existence

I bought these a couple weeks ago, and they're everything people cracked them up to be! They are the perfect tire for anybody looking for that half step down from full slicks, while still maintaining that quiet and fuel efficient expectation we all have for a daily driver. I've had passengers in the car that notice the difference too, but around corners you can really feel that sidewall being reinforced and designed for those high speed maneuvers. The stock tires on my Golf R were grippy but the you could feel the sidewall start to let go at high G's and that made you lose confidence. These are the most amazing tire for the summers!

Review from michelinman.com
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reply from Consumer Care

We appreciate your business thecollieman, and look forward to serving your tire needs in the future.

Aug 16, 2013
NSBrad
4 out of 5 stars review

Great performance tires

The Pilot Super Sports are great tires. The handling and breaking with them has been great. I actually felt an improvement with my car going to them over the stock PS2s that came on it. They're also quieter which is nice. I'd rather listen to my engine note than the road. :) My only complaint on them is wear. I'm burning through my rear tires fairly quickly with normal use, no track use. I'm on my 3rd set of rears now with the first 2 sets only getting about 9k miles each. The front tires are still going strong though with about 18k on them. When I just replaced the rears they still had 60% tread. Don't let that scare you off though. They're well worth it if you have a high performance car. The performance, ride, and road noise with them is worth the possible shorter life on the rears and you can probably get better life by rotating. I run staggered, so I can't rotate. I highly recommend them.

Review from michelinman.com
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Sep 11, 2011
Anonymous
5 out of 5 stars review

Great grip on this tire!

I wore my previous tire down to the cord on the inside edge of both tires. Bad camber maybe? They were 265/40/18 and I moved to the Michelin Super Sport 265/35/18 and the ride and grip is amazing. It is totally stable and it grabs hard when I accelerate through a tight corner. It just won't slide on me anymore. My 11 year old Porsche feels like it did the day I bought it! Kudos Michelin! Brian Charlotte, NC

Review from michelinman.com
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Aug 8, 2013
Beast
5 out of 5 stars review

Pricey, but well worth it

Definitely the bang for buck performance tires that you must have on your sports car. Stop your search here and look no further. I am extremely satisfied with my purchase.

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Aug 13, 2013
Anonymous
5 out of 5 stars review

Best handling tire ever. Homerun!

I now have Michelins on both my vehicles. I bought the pilot ss after much research & it is the best tire ever. Great ride & handling. As this Infiniti is my wife's car, safety is a must.

Review from michelinman.com
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Aug 13, 2013
Raigan1
3 out of 5 stars review

Super tire just no tread life

Awesome tire for the track or if you are rich for the road I put these on my heavy car and didn't get 10,000 miles out of them until they where shot . I love Michelin tires and is all I buy.

Review from michelinman.com
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