Chuck A6 4.2

It's time to replace the original tires on my 2001 A6 4.2 with factory sport package using 255/40/17 Pirelli P6000. I have 10,000 miles on them and they are just about to hit the tread wear bars.

I want to find a tire that lasts longer and is quieter. Of course, I want excellent dry and wet traction, but let's put this in context. I don't take the car to the track, so excellent traction for me refers to somewhat aggressive driving on normal roads and twisties.

I am also thinking about all season to get the higher treadwear and to handle the occasional minor snow (1 - 2") where I live in NC.

I am really interested in the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S, but it doesn't come in 255/40/17.
So, I am thinking about the Michelins in 235/45/17 (1.2% too slow on speedometer) or 245/40/17 (1.3% too fast on speedometer).

Any guidance on which size to pick?

Any other tires you all would suggest?

Stoney

Here is an email from Michelin, which was copied from the original message link below:

<i>
We do offer the
Pilot Sport A/S in size 255/40ZR17 (Michelin part # 48653).
This is a recent addition to the Pilot Sport A/S line and we apologize
for the error.

If you have additional questions, please respond to this email
or you may call us at 1-800-847-3435 (toll-free) between
8:30AM and 6:00PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday to allow
one of our Consumer Relations Representatives to assist you.

Michelin North America
Consumer Relations Department</i>

From:<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/a6/msgs/173199.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/a6/msgs/173199.phtml</a</li></ul>

Stoney

<ul><li><a href="https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/52441.phtml">https://forums.audiworld.com/wheel/msgs/52441.phtml</a</li></ul>

Chuck A6 4.2

I did a search in the Wheel &amp; Tire forum and didn't pick up that info.

Stoney

... but I steer clear of the off-topic forum. A little too off.... ;^)