New car, poor tyres?

qwerty911 · 11 Mar 2018

After a bit of a weather delay I finally took delivery of a gen2 997 c2s cab. Its a Porsche Approved car from an OPC. I'm very happy with it except the front tyres. At first inspection they have a lot of tread remaining, but I now realise that they are quite worn on the inside. But the biggest issue it that there is visible cracking within the tread. I also note they are date stamped 2613 so are nearly 5 years old. Given the mileage history of the car these tyres have been put on much more recent than 2013. I attach a pic of the cracks. I would appreciate peoples views whether this is OK?

FZP · 11 Mar 2018

qwerty911 said:
After a bit of a weather delay I finally took delivery of a gen2 997 c2s cab. Its a Porsche Approved car from an OPC. I'm very happy with it except the front tyres. At first inspection they have a lot of tread remaining, but I now realise that they are quite worn on the inside. But the biggest issue it that there is visible cracking within the tread. I also note they are date stamped 2613 so are nearly 5 years old. Given the mileage history of the car these tyres have been put on much more recent than 2013. I attach a pic of the cracks. I would appreciate peoples views whether this is OK?

The general rule of thumb is 6 years and then bin. Given that they're worn on the inside and almost aged out and cescking, I'd be getting a new set on the front. Also keep in mind that these cars are particularly sensitive to tyre pressure so make sure you keep on top of them

chaser · 11 Mar 2018

I think I might be making a call to the salesman that sold me the car.

I had a similar issue when I picked up my car from an OPC. One rear tyre was new, the other was half worn and nearly down to the wear blocks. The salesman told me it met their standards, I considered it to be poor practice on a `nearly` 200 mph missile costing just south of 70k.
They agreed to put a new tyre on so I now have a matching pair.

silvermilnec · 11 Mar 2018

I'd be asking the OPC to change them, hard at this stage but worth a shot.

T8 · 12 Mar 2018

If they're below 3mm they shouldn't have passed the 111 point inspection for the OPC to be able to put a warranty on it.

I'd definitely be after a contribution to a new front pair.

Shurv · 12 Mar 2018

If they agree to fit new tyres, be careful what they offer to fit as they will want to keep the costs down, and fit cheapies. If you are particular about what you want fitted, tell them and if you have to, pay the difference. They shouldn't have handed over a car with tyres in that condition IMO.

Porschekit · 12 Mar 2018

Definitely change the tyres, regardless of who pays. I had a similar experience when I bought my (then 5 yr old) car a few years ago. The rears were new and the fronts were feathered on both outside edges.
It had a brand new MOT so they were legal and a check with a tyre company confirmed it but their recommendation was to change them.
As previously mentioned, if you are intending to use the car at speed then they should be of good quality, and at five years old with signs of wear or perishing then better to be safe. :thumb:

Robertb · 12 Mar 2018

T8 said:
If they're below 3mm they shouldn't have passed the 111 point inspection for the OPC to be able to put a warranty on it.

I'd definitely be after a contribution to a new front pair.

This. You've paid a premium for OPC peace of mind, they need to fulfil their side of the bargain and not cut corners.

redbaron1973 · 12 Mar 2018

Shurv said:
If they agree to fit new tyres, be careful what they offer to fit as they will want to keep the costs down, and fit cheapies. If you are particular about what you want fitted, tell them and if you have to, pay the difference. They shouldn't have handed over a car with tyres in that condition IMO.

No OPC will ever fit cheapies. Ever.

b9boy · 12 Mar 2018

I've just had the same issue with my car bought a couple of weeks ago.

Check these out!!!

Contacted the dealer and we're getting them changed. No idea how old they are but they have 6mm and the car has done 30,000...??

GARY S · 12 Mar 2018

The last time my 997 was at the OPC in 2016 my front's were similar to those in querty911's picture. The service department were very quick to point them out & advise replacements at some extortionate price. Yet when it comes to flogging a car & saving money they are happy to turn a blind eye it would appear. I took their advice but they didn't take my money.

Phil 997 · 12 Mar 2018

I would contact the OPC , they have a duty of care which is why you pay the premium for the car, I would be expecting them to change those the cracks are imaterial they are 2013 tyres :thumb:

Les Richards · 12 Mar 2018

Tyre makes.

Would qwerty911 and b9boy care to care to disclose the make of tyres, please?

Still haven't changed mine but would like to stay clear of a make that might be problematic - or is it just the age of the tyres that's the issue here?

Thanks.

qwerty911 · 12 Mar 2018

Pirelli P Zeros, but I very much doubt that this is a tyre brand issue.

Les Richards · 12 Mar 2018

P Zeros

I'm on P Zeros at he moment and am experiencing some issues but they, like me, are getting on a bit that's why I'm looking to change.

Thanks.

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