Get the best of yesterday and today with Michelin Classic Tires.

Classic cars call for classic car tires – and Michelin manufactures theirs in small batches that pair modern tire technology with period-correct aesthetics. Since these tires are manufactured to original specifications, drivers can count on not only the right sidewall and tread patterns, but also handling that is true to the design. Offering ample style and proven performance, this is the rare type of throwback that continues to push forward what’s possible on the automobiles of the past.

Whether you’re looking to optimize precision, stability, or style, there’s a Michelin classic tire option at the ready. Check out our entire selection and find the best way to preserve the driving character of your vintage vehicle.

  • Michelin Double Rivet 15/16x45: Eclectic Tire Company is the distributor of Michelin Classic tires in North America. We proudly offer legendary Michelin Classic products for early automobiles through the incredible performance car tires of the seventies and eighties. Many of these innovative products shaped the tire industry when new, including several industry firsts such as the radial tire. Michelin brings a well established record of engineering excellence to market, and premium Michelin Classic tires are no exception. "Double rivet" is in fact the name of a tread pattern which first appeared with the first generation of automobile tires known as beaded edge tires. This tread pattern was retained for the first tires with bead wires in 1925. This tread pattern was truly revolutionary at the time, also served as the inspiration for the first radial tires. Blackwall Tire Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles. Bias Ply Construction: Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Eclectic Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications. Michelin Double Rivet tire, Iconic tread pattern. The "Double Rivet" is the name of a sculpture reminiscent of the design of textile cables, a great innovation that first appeared in 1919. This sculpture has been preserved to equip many vehicles of the roaring 20's. Modern know-how. The tire is made of materials used in the 21st century, giving it today's performances. 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. 15/16x45 Double Rivet Bias Ply Blackwall Tire
  • Michelin XAS 165HR14 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 persons 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.Popular on: 1965-1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia Junior GT, 165 HR14 84H, 1962-1980 MG B, 165 HR14 84H 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. 165R14 (165/80R14) Tire Conversion Chart Suitable Radial Replacement For: 5.00/5.20-14 Bias Ply Tire Similar Size Radial Alternative: 165/80R14 Suitable Radial Replacement For: 5.00/5.20-14 Bias Ply Tire Similar Size Radial Alternative: 185/70R14 165R14,165/80R14 Fitment Chart 1966 Alfa Romeo Guilia GTA 1969-1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 Injection Berlina 1972-1975 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider, 2000 Berlina, 2000 GTV 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta Berlina 1979 Alfa Romeo Sport Sedan 1970 American Motors Hornet 6 cylinder non-Air 1970 American Motors Hornet 6 cylinder with Air 1971-1972 American Motors Gremlin 6 cylinder with Air 1978 American Motors Gremlin Standard 1970-1975 Audi 100 GL 1970-1975 Audi 100 Standard 1974-1977 Audi 100 LS 1961-1964 Austin A60 Standard 1956-1965 Austin A55 Standard 1963-1971 BMW 1500 Standard 1963-1971 BMW 1600/4 Standard 1963-1971 BMW 1800 Standard 1963-1971 BMW 1800 Ti 1969-1971 BMW 2000 Standard 1979-1980 Dodge Colt Wagon 1960-1965 Facel Vega Facellia, III Coupe, III Convertible 1950-1958 Fiat 1400 A,1400 B 1959-1961 Fiat 1800 Berlina,2100 Berlina 1960-1962 Fiat 1100 Familiare 1961-1962 Fiat 1800B Berlina 1960-1966 Fiat 1100 D Station Wagon 1963-1968 Fiat 1500 L Sedan 1970-1972 Ford Maverick 2 Door Sedan 1978-1979 Ford Fairmont 2/4 Door Sedan 1959 Lancia Appia Series 3 1971-1972 Mazda 1800 Sedan, Station Wagon 1971-1972 Mercury Comet Standard 1978-1979 Mercury Zephyr Standard 1961-1968 MG Magnette IV Standard 1963-1968 MG MGB Roadster 1963-1979 MG MGB GT Coupe 1980 MG MGB MK IV Standard 1960-1962 Morris Oxford Series V,Traveller Series V 1964 Nissan 1200 Pickup 1966-1967 Nissan 1600 Sports 1968-1970 Nissan 2000 Sports 1968-1971 Nissan 2000 Sports 1961-1971 Nissan L320 Standard 1961-1971 Nissan L520 Standard 1961-1962 Riley Standard 1964-1972 Rover 2000,2000 TC 1974-1975 Toyota Mark II Station Wagon 1977-1978 Toyota Corona Hardtop 1967-1968 Vauxhall Deluxe, Cresta 1959-1961 Wolseley 15/60,16/60 Standard Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
  • Michelin XAS 165VR15 N Code Tire This Michelin XAS 165VR15 radial tire: Carries the prestigious N0 validation from Porsche, making them an approved tire for use on classic Porsche sports cars. This Michelin radial tire was original equipment on 1965 through 1967 Porsche 911, and were also used on Porsche 912 and 914 models. The 165R15 sizing on this new Michelin XAS N0 code tire can be used on many Porsche models, dating all the way back to the 356, which originally came with 560-15 bias ply tires. This would be a great upgrade for the original bias ply tires, while still honoring the Porsche performance legacy. Constructed by Michelins esteemed craftsmen, this tire is designed for authenticity and performance. It features a V speed rating for safe service up to 149 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour). This is a tubeless tire, but you may run a tube (SKU #85361) if your wheels require it. The tire features the famous asymmetrical tread pattern and all of the correct sidewall markings, including the N0 stamp on the sidewall. V Speed Rating V Speed Rated: Up to 149 mph (240 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level 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. 165R15 Tire Conversion Chart Similar Size Radial Alternative 560R15 Suitable Radial Replacement For: 5.90-15 Bias Ply Tire Suitable Radial Replacement For: 6.00-15 Bias Ply Tire Suitable Radial Replacement For: A78-15 Bias Ply Tire 165R15 Tire Fitment Chart: Alfa Romeo Giulietta Giardinetta, Austin Healey 100/4, 100/6 & 3000 1954-61 Allard Palm Beach (6.00-15), 1954-59 Austin-Healey 100-6 (5.90-15), 1959-67 Austin-Healey 3000 (5.90-15), 1960-66 Daimler SP 250 (5.90-15), 1963-68 Fiat 1800 B Sedan (5.90-15) Fiat 2300 Coupe, 1951-54 Henry J Standard (5.90-15) Gilbern Lancia Flavia MGA, MGC, MG T, MG YB & Magnette Morgan 4/4 & Plus 4 Morris Oxford Traveller, 1962-63 Oldsmobile F85 (6.00-15), 1961-70 Peugeot 404 (5.90-15) Peugeot 403, 1956-60 Porsche 1500 (5.90-15), 1956-62 Porsche 1600 (5.90-15) Porsche 356, 912, 914 & 911, 1961-63 Rambler 6-cylinder (6.00-15), 1959-63 Studebaker Lark (6.00-15), 1956-68 Triumph TR3 (5.90-15), 1956-68 Triumph TR4, TR4A, TR5 & TR6 (5.90-15) TVR Vixen & Tuscan, 1971-74 Volkswagen 411,412 Wagon (5.90-15) Volkswagen K70 & Karman Ghia, 1973-77 Volkswagen Super Beetle, Beetle (6.00-15), 1963-73 Volkswagen Squareback Sedan (6.00-15), 1953-59 Volvo PV 444 (5.90-15), 1960-66 Volvo 122 S (5.90-15), 1953-60 Volvo 445 Duett (6.00-15) Volvo P1800. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements for your model and trim level. 165R15 Available in Eclectic Classic Star Series Part# 737100
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