Michelin ZX Narrow Whitewall 640SR13 The Michelin ZX 640SR13 whtiewall radial tire offers the precise look for your 1953 through 1962 Mercedes Benz and many other European classic cars. This tire features a 1.89-inch whitewall, which is correct for the late 1950s and early 1960s, and the modern radial construction offers excellent grip in all environments, and a long tread life. The 640SR13 sizing designates a 13-inch wheel fitment and an S Speed rating for safe operation and performance on today's highways. The Michelin ZX radial features a classic tread pattern and vintage sidewall markings for the ultimate classic look.Popular on: 1955-1963, Mercedes Benz 190 SL (W121) 6.40 SR13 87S Genuine Narrow Whitewall Tire Typically wide whitewalls run all the way to the bead. Narrow whitewalls will stop somewhere before the bead, resulting in a narrower band of exposed white rubber. The bright white rubber is added directly to the tire sidewall during initial construction of the carcass, resulting in a truly integrated, high-quality product after vulcanization. This style became popular in the early sixties, eventually replacing wide whitewalls altogether. S Speed Rating S Speed Rated: Up to 112 mph (180 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles. Bias Look Radial Tire The term "bias look radial" is something that Eclectic Tire created when we introduced the American Classic bias look radial product line. This means the tire has the appearance and the sizing profiles of a vintage bias ply tire, with modern radial construction. This provides an original look with a smooth ride and longer tread life, compared to bias ply tires. We offer bias look radial tires for vehicles ranging from the 1920's through the 1970's. Michelin ZX tire Grip on slippery roads. Thanks to huge numbers of tread pattern sipes, this tire provides more grip during all weather conditions compared to the MICHELIN X. 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: significant reduction in fuel consumption • Great comfort thanks to the flexibility of the sidewalls. 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. 6.40-13 Tire Conversion Chart Similar Size Radial Alternative: 185/70R13 Similar Size Radial Alternative: 650R13 Similar Size Radial Alternative: 175R13 Similar Size Radial Alternative: 175/75R13 640-13S Fitment Chart 1953 Allard Palm Beach 21C-4 1964-1968 Amphicar Amphicar Standard 1955-1962 Borgward Isabella SW 1953-1956 Ford Zephyr-Eotta Standard 1957-1964 Ford Mark III Zodiac 1961-1968 Ford Taunus 17M Station Wagon 1965-1968 Ford Taunus 17M/20M 1956-1958 Holden FE Standard 1958-1960 Holden FC Standard 1960-1961 Holden FB Standard 1961-1962 Holden EK Standard 1956-1959 Mercedes-Benz 219 Standard 1953-1962 Mercedes-Benz 180D Standard 1953-1962 Mercedes-Benz 180 Standard 1953-1961 Opel Caravan Station Wagon 1961-1962 Toyota Toyopet Crown Custom Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.