Hey remote,

Since I spend a good 5-6 months driving in snow up here in Canada, I always use snow tires, and good ones with significant tread left (forget about the wear marks, IMO).

Nokians are apparently excellent though I have never tried them. Their price tag seems to parallel this reputation however.

I have been using Toyo Observe winter tires for several years now and I really like them. Excellent grip, wear and performance.

Here is a link with info:

http://www.toyocanada.com/products/ObserveG02plus.asp

They are generally priced around the same as the comparable Michelin tire (X-Ice, etc.).

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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

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