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druand



Member Since: 07 Sep 2009
Location: south ayrshire
Posts: 825

Scotland 2013 Freelander 2 SD4 GS Auto Fuji White
What a difference

I have just fitted a set of Evoque 18" wheels and Pirelli Verde 235/60x18 tyres. They replaced the original 17" GS wheels fitted with Goodyear Wrangler 235/65x17.
The originals had covered 16k and abour 1/2 worn. Evoque replacemente under 1k

This has made an appreciable difference, A fraction more sensitive to pot holes (to be expected) but the overall improvement in handling and steering far outweighs the minus point. Car now feels much tighter.
Rear seat passenger also confirms improved ride.

This is my 3rd FL2 (+1 reject) second SD, I have never driven an HSE with standard 18" wheels to compare. All FL2's (3) Gone
2011 Mercedes C180 CGI Gone
FL2 GS Auto SD with heated leather, factory tints, alloy spare and a few other bits.

Post #240297 6th Nov 2014 4:41 pm
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Steve D



Member Since: 19 Jan 2013
Location: Essexshire
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United Kingdom 

Next step, 19's then? Very Happy

Post #240324 6th Nov 2014 10:20 pm
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D-Man



Member Since: 05 Aug 2010
Location: Basingstoke
Posts: 277

United Kingdom 2011 Freelander 2 SD4 HSE Auto Stornoway Grey

If you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay for the Verdes? 2011 SD4 HSE Auto
(Previously 2007 TD4 XS Manual)

Post #240329 6th Nov 2014 10:37 pm
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druand



Member Since: 07 Sep 2009
Location: south ayrshire
Posts: 825

Scotland 2013 Freelander 2 SD4 GS Auto Fuji White

Bought them on ebay, they were removed from new Evoque upgrading to 20". All FL2's (3) Gone
2011 Mercedes C180 CGI Gone
FL2 GS Auto SD with heated leather, factory tints, alloy spare and a few other bits.

Post #240335 6th Nov 2014 11:19 pm
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GT_Mac



Member Since: 10 Mar 2014
Location: Terjarv
Posts: 120

Finland 

I have 19in alloys with Pirelli Verde All Season

It has been -12 here and snow last few days, i have been travelling around with no problems whatsoever... and not all on normal roads.

I also love the look of the 19in although some people dont like them for handling reasons etc.

I paid EUR600 for my tyres for those interested. Thumbs Up

Post #240359 7th Nov 2014 11:57 am
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