Blew out three of the original stock Michelins earlier this winter, and decided to replace with winter tires and deal with the expense of replacing the michelins with 4 brand new summer only tires after the snow season left us. The Michelins are so expensive, and now I have a dedicated set of winter rims and tires, looking for a good summer only tire that will fit my
17" stock rims. Wet weather is common here in the northeast so that is a consideration. Looking for a balance between performance, road noise and cost. No need for anything that is deemed race worthy, just a good tire for very spirited highway and back road use. Would most likely get them from tirerack.com if they're available.2003 Jetta GLI. 225 45 HR17's came on the car.