Re: Just bought a '91 LS400 w/70k miles....which tires to buy?

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20 years ago

Sat, Jun 28, 2003 4:35 PM

Sounds like a nice deal.

If you want the smooth ride that the car had when new. you're stuck getting something like the original Goodyear Eagle GA's. Not cheap.Goodyear Invicta GA's are a good, not expensive substitute, if you want the soft, quiet ride. I use BFG Touring TA's (149 mph speed rating) on our '92 and am quite happy with them, though they are not quiet or smooth as the originals. They handle much better, though and are M+S rated.

Check Tire Connection. They have loads of owner reviews available for all kinds of tires. Also check Consumer Reports.

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20 years ago

Sun, Jun 29, 2003 2:25 AM

You can learn about different tires and what people think at

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20 years ago

Sun, Jun 29, 2003 5:16 PM

Give Bridgestone a look. Recently replaced Michelins on my 96 ES300 with Bridgestone Terransa (spl?) touring. There are a lot quieter than the Michelins, and ride extremely smooth.

Thought I'd loose performance to gain that ride, but these really grip. Did an aggressive high speed brake test that nearly threw me out of my seat. Excellant wet stopping traction too (much better than Michelins). I don't roadrace, but I never saw any signs of plow or wallow on Washington's Beltway even at 30 mph over speed limit... appreciate both the smooth riding tires and Lexus suspension on that thing!