Hey Luke,

Looking at Michelins for my 1998 E430. Either the X-Ice XI2, which is 'T' rated, or the Pilot Alpin PA2, which is 'V' rated.

My main concern for the winter is grip and traction in nasty weather.

Would the X-Ice XI2 be suitable for my E430? My car has a 'V' speed rating with 17" rims (sport).

TIA!
C.

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Chris
2007 E550 4Matic - 61,000 Km - Iridium Silver, black leather, Sport package, Premium 2 package
2007 GL450 4Matic - 62,000 Km - Obsidian Black Metallic, black leather, all options
1998 E430 - sold
1989 300E - 333,000 Km - sold
1977 280E - sold
1971 250 - retired

"And a frign hat. They gave me a hat at the annual benefits meeting. I said. how does this benefit me. I dont have anything from the company.. So they gave me a hat." - TheDon

the 'T' rated studless ice and snow tire will offer much more winter traction.

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Thanks Luke.

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Chris
2007 E550 4Matic - 61,000 Km - Iridium Silver, black leather, Sport package, Premium 2 package
2007 GL450 4Matic - 62,000 Km - Obsidian Black Metallic, black leather, all options
1998 E430 - sold
1989 300E - 333,000 Km - sold
1977 280E - sold
1971 250 - retired

"And a frign hat. They gave me a hat at the annual benefits meeting. I said. how does this benefit me. I dont have anything from the company.. So they gave me a hat." - TheDon

You may want to consider the Primacy Alpin PA3 which is H-rated. It may be the "compromise" choice between the T and V-rated tires. I've had it for 2 winters and have been happy with it. Smooth and quiet (for a winter tire) with good handling on the dry/wet/icy. Does okay on snow, but if you do a LOT of deep snow driving, then certainly go for the grippier XI series.

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ARVY

1999 E430
1999 C230 Kompressor
1992 300E (write-off)
1984 190D 2.2 (sold)

^^^^^^ Boy am I glad I live in the south!

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1984 300SD Orient Red/ Palomino
1989 560SEC
2016 Mazda 6 6 speed manual
1995 Ford F-150 reg cab 4.9 5speed manual