1960s and 1970s Car Chase Films That Made Us Love Speed (and the Tires That Made It Look Real)
1960s and 1970s Car Chase Films That Made Us Love Speed (and the Tires That Made It Look Real) If you are a classic car...
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Michelin XWX 185/70VR15 Tire The only radial tire which could be fitted on the fastest cars in the world in the 1970s, the Michelin XWX gives these high speed vehicles outstanding road holding ability and remarkable grip. Michelin XWX tires featured construction designed to reach an incredible 186 mph top speed. The special features of the XWX result in remarkable performance, combining speed, driving pleasure and safety. The original design of its internal construction, together with its flexible carcass give exceptional comfort when traveling at very high speeds. Being a VR category tire, the XWX can be used at speeds in excess of 210 kph (131 mph) ; with a maximum speed of 270 kph (155 to 186 mph). At the end of the 1960s, Germany and Italy were the leaders in the European motorway development program and were also the main producers of cars which could reach speeds in excess of 200 km/h, (124 mph). The wide asphalt strips and the absence of speed limits offered a privileged few the opportunity to make full use of the performance of these "super-cars" at speeds which would be unthinkable today. The Lamborghini Miura (1966), Ferrari 365 (1965), Maserati Ghilbi (1966) ; de Tomaso Pantera (1970) and Porsche 911 Carrera RS (1972) were the undisputed stars, but the large German saloons like the Mercedes 300 SE 6,31 (1968) and BMW 3.0 SI (1971) also made a strong impression. The French were also in the high speed game with the Citroen SM (1970) as were the British with the legendary Jaguar V12 E-Type (1970) and Aston Martin DBS (1967).Popular on: 1961-1970 Volvo P1800, 185/70 HR15 89HPopular on: 1973-1989 Porsche 911, 185/70 VR15 89W (F+R), 215/60 VR15 94W (R) V Speed Rating V Speed Rated: Up to 149 mph (240 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level automobiles. Michelin XWX tire Grip for ultimate 70s supercars. The special architecture of the XWX ensures it delivers high performance that combines speed, driving pleasure and safety. Michelin Brand Collector Vehicle Tires Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world. P185/70R15 Tire Conversion Chart Similar Size Bias Ply Alternative: 640-15 Similar Size Bias Ply Alternative: 685-15 Similar Size Bias Ply Alternative: C78-15 Similar Size Radial Alternative: 175R15 Similar Size Radial Alternative: P175/75R15 Suggested 5-6 inch wide rim. 185/70R15 Fitment Chart Austin Healey 100/4, 100/6 & 3000 MGC Triumph TR4, TR5, TR6 Volvo P1800 1980-82 Porsche 924 Turbo (OE with 185/70VR15) 1980-83 Porsche 911 SC Front (OE with 185/70VR15) 1984-86 Porsche 911 Carrera Front (OE with 185/70VR15) Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements for your model and trim level. 185/70R15 Fitment Chart 1984-1986 Porsche 911 Carrera Front Standard Front 185/70VR15 1980-1983 Porsche 911 SC Front Standard Front 185/70VR15 1980-1982 Porsche 924 Turbo Standard 185/70VR15 Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
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Michelin XVS 185VR15 (No Curb Guard) Tire Michelin has been on the cutting edge of radial tire technology since first introducing the X tire in 1949. Particularly important in authentic and historically correct restoration projects for many European models, Michelin Classic tires continue to offer the highest quality radial tires in many original sizes and tread patterns. These 15 inch radials feature the XVS tread pattern and either an H or V speed rating. Michelin Classic XVS tires built in the authentic molds and are available in many sizes for European and US automobiles. Michelin made progress in innovative tire development by differentiating the many elements that form the tire, leading to the creation of Michelin XVS Tires, with an asymmetrical tread pattern. The Michelin XVS was constructed taking into account the different kinds of work done by the shoulders, sidewalls and different parts of the crown, depending on whether they are on the inside or outside relative to the car. Just like a person's foot is asymmetrical, the inside and outside of a tire work differently to give the car good balance and sure handling. V Speed Rating V Speed Rated: Up to 149 mph (240 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level automobiles. Michelin XVS tire Safety on wet roads. Thanks to a sculpture upgraded from the XAS, which is different on the right and left shoulder, this tire makes it possible to face the major high speed constraints on slippery winding roads. Less driving noise. It benefits from tread design variations called "variable pitches" which aim to reduce noise while driving. Michelin Brand Collector Vehicle Tires Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world. 185R15 Tire Conversion Chart Similar Size Radial Alternative: P195/75R15 Similar Size Radial Alternative: P205/70R15 185/80R15 93W Tire Fitment Chart Aston Martin DB4 after 1962 DB5 & early DB6 Jaguar Series 1 & 2 E Type MK1 & MK2 Jaguar Saloons Daimler V8 saloon Mercedes 220D BMW 2600, 3200 Citroen ID and DS Ferrari 250 GT, 250GTE Morgan +8 Alvis 3 litre & TE21 51-68 Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements for your model and trim level.
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Michelin XVS-P 185HR15 Tire Michelin has been on the cutting edge of radial tire technology since first introducing the X tire in 1949. Particularly important in authentic and historically correct restoration projects for many European models, Michelin Classic tires continue to offer the highest quality radial tires in many original sizes and tread patterns. These 15 inch radials feature the XVS tread pattern and either an H or V speed rating. Michelin Classic XVS tires built in the authentic molds and are available in many sizes for European and US automobiles. Michelin made progress in innovative tire development by differentiating the many elements that form the tire, leading to the creation of Michelin XVS Tires, with an asymmetrical tread pattern. The Michelin XVS was constructed taking into account the different kinds of work done by the shoulders, sidewalls and different parts of the crown, depending on whether they are on the inside or outside relative to the car. Just like a person's foot is asymmetrical, the inside and outside of a tire work differently to give the car good balance and sure handling. H Speed Rating H Speed Rated: Up to 130 mph (210 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles. Michelin XVS tire Safety on wet roads. Thanks to a sculpture upgraded from the XAS, which is different on the right and left shoulder, this tire makes it possible to face the major high speed constraints on slippery winding roads. Less driving noise. It benefits from tread design variations called "variable pitches" which aim to reduce noise while driving. Michelin Brand Collector Vehicle Tires Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world. 185R15 Tire Conversion Chart Similar Size Radial Alternative: P195/75R15 Similar Size Radial Alternative: P205/70R15 185/80R15 93W Tire Fitment Chart Aston Martin DB4 after 1962 DB5 & early DB6 Jaguar Series 1 & 2 E Type MK1 & MK2 Jaguar Saloons Daimler V8 saloon Mercedes 220D BMW 2600, 3200 Citroen ID and DS Ferrari 250 GT, 250GTE Morgan +8 Alvis 3 litre & TE21 51-68 Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements for your model and trim level.
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Michelin XAS 180HR15 Tire The XAS is a high quality Michelin radial for many popular European applications requiring a 13-15 inch radial tire and authentic styling. These radial tires feature Michelin's XAS tread pattern and an H speed rating. From its launch in 1965, the Michelin XAS remained the reference tire until the end of the seventies. The first tire with an asymmetrical tread pattern, the inside and outside of Michelin XAS tires work differently to give the car a good balance. Michelin made progress by differentiating the many elements that form the tire, leading to the creation of the XAS. The XAS was constructed taking into account the different kinds of work done by the shoulders, sidewalls and different parts of the crown, depending on whether they are on the inside or outside relative to the car. Just like a person's foot is asymmetrical, the inside and outside of a tire work differently to give the car good balance and sure handling. This major advance allows the XAS tire to give remarkable stability, exceptional road holding ability and exceptional levels of grip in all conditions. The first production tire designed to run at 210km/h, (131mph), its exceptional performance led to the XAS being used in racing in Formula France in 1968, circuit racing, rallies and hill climbs. H Speed Rating H Speed Rated: Up to 130 mph (210 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles. Michelin XAS tire Stability & road holding when cornering. Thanks to an asymmetrical sculpture, the tread pattern works differently inside and outside to provide stability and road holding. Michelin Brand Collector Vehicle Tires Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world. 180HR15 89H TT XAS Radial Blackwall Tire 180R15 Fitment Chart 1969-1973 Citroen DS19A Sedan 1969-1973 Citroen DS21 Sedan 1969-1973 Citroen ID19 Sedan 1969-1973 Citroen SW19,SW21 Station Wagon Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
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Michelin X Stop 185R400 Tire: In 1949, Michelin set out to dominate the tire market with a considerable advance in technology. Its revolutionary radial construction of the Michelin X and later the Michelin X-Stop featured the special feature of separating the sidewall function from the crown function. The first major innovation from Michelin, the radial tire was first marketed as the "X" tire in 1949. The advantages of the radial Michelin X tire compared with the cross-ply tire could be clearly seen in all areas. Radial construction offered greater safety, grip and braking performance. Radials also proved economical to use, with double the wear mileage and a considerable reduction in fuel consumption. Drivers enjoyed increased comfort levels thanks to the flexibility of the sidewalls. S Speed Rating S Speed Rated: Up to 112 mph (180 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles. Michelin X tire Radial technology. The advantages of the radial tire compared to the conventional tire can be seen in all areas: Great safety: significantly improved road holding, grip and braking Economy in use: mileage efficiency doubled, significant reduction in fuel consumption Great comfort thanks to the flexibility of the sidewalls. Michelin innovation. The first major Michelin innovation, the radial ply tire, was marketed under the name "Michelin Radial X" in 1949. The X equips different categories of cars: from the original and popular 2CV or Coccinelle to the fascinating Mercedes 190 SL or Facel Vega. Michelin Brand Collector Vehicle Tires: Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world. 185R400 Fitment Chart: 1953-1955 Citroen W-15 Six Standard, 1956-1957 Citroen 11F Standard, 1962 Maserati 3500 GT Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
