Review Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta vs stock Tires

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Old Aug 18, 2009 | 10:43 AM
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Thumbs up Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta vs stock Tires



After having these on my G for about 3+ months I've decided to give the Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta tires my personal review.
This review is based on these tires vs the stock OEM sport tires (Bridgestone Potenza) that come with our Gs. Also to note this review is comparing 2 size tires so more gription isn't evaluated since its obvious. I've left out the stock specs since its not needed.

Tire Brand: Vredestein
Tire Model: Ultrac Sessanta
Size of Tires: 20/245/35-front 20/275/30-rear
Tire Mlieage: 60,000


My Review:

1) Tire Handling - Dry Conditions: Excellent! - Predictable when breaking gription.
2) Tire Handling - Wet Conditions: Excellent! - Wow It almost seems better wet.
3) Tire Noise - Windows Down: Quieter than the Stock tires.
4) Tire Noise - Windows Up: Quieter than the Stock tires.
5) Ride Comfort: Compared to the stock 19s and coming down in tire aspect ratio size (lower profile tires) Just as comfortable! This didn't get harder. Very impressed with the ride comfort.
6) Tire Design: Very Nice. These tires also have a slight curve for tucking under wheel well edge as well as a beaded edge to protect the rims edge. Traction pattern grabs attention.
7) Tire Wear: Good for light driving. Fronts have great tread still... can't say the same for the rear
8) Cost: Very Affordable! - Can you say $780.00 shipped from across the USA.

Overall the cost and equally(and I say that since the stock tires have a smaller footing) great or even better handling, sound and ride comfort has me sold on buying these tires from here on. Unless your racing/tracking your G(haven't tested on the track) these tires are perfect for the street. I drive a bit spirited(haha a bit!) and I have no issues whatsoever with them. The Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta tires definitely are a great buy for the money and I don't think anyone would be disappointed with them for the street.

My 2Cents!

More information here: http://www.vredestein.com/
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Old Aug 18, 2009 | 10:45 AM
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I also have the ultrac sessentas. I agree with all your points. I LOVE them and they look badass
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Old Aug 18, 2009 | 05:08 PM
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Yeah love these tires! Bought for life!

Cant wait until local shop carries them.

Then Ill be laughing all the way to the bank for around $700.00 a set.
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Old Aug 18, 2009 | 09:45 PM
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I got them and I like them as well, and am going to be needing more soon (30,000+ on these) where do you get them for 780.00?
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Old Aug 18, 2009 | 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by greggv
I got them and I like them as well, and am going to be needing more soon (30,000+ on these) where do you get them for 780.00?
I got them here:www.performanceplustire.com

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Old Aug 19, 2009 | 11:20 AM
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love mine too!
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 11:54 PM
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There's something I don't understand. From the picture in the original posting, it appears that the tread pattern will be different for the left and right wheels. Is the picture wrong, or is this the way they really are?

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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 12:56 AM
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Yeah the treads are asym, but apparently it's intentional.

I've had these tires for about 4,000 miles, and they are very very noticeably stickier on both wet and dry pavement. After about 10k on the stocks, I found it quite easy to peel out, or powerslide/drift. These tires are much more resistant to spinning, and I feel they make the car much more stable at takeoff.

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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 08:26 AM
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+1 for great tires
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Old Sep 30, 2009 | 01:10 PM
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Where did all you guys order your Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta Tires from? I want a set for my G37.
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Old Sep 30, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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Will these be good for a G slammed on S-Techs??
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Old Sep 30, 2009 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by next_G35_owner
Where did all you guys order your Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta Tires from? I want a set for my G37.
PerformacePlusTire.com - VREDESTEIN TIRE Sessanta - Performance Plus Tire - est: $780.00 shipped to you


Originally Posted by CHEFONE
Will these be good for a G slammed on S-Techs??
I would imagine so. (275 width/30 height - aspect ratio rear tires) and (245 width/35 height- aspect ratio front tires) should be good to go. Tires are slightly curved to tuck under fender. No rubbing issues with full car on Eibach Pro!

Note: Those heights - aspect ratio are perfect for 20s - that sizing in height is the closest to stock overall diameter ratio. Thats' coming down from the stock tires aspect ration of (Rear - 40) and (Front - 45) by 10.

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Old Oct 1, 2009 | 11:55 PM
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I'll probably switch to these on my Maxima when the Invo Nittos wear down. How was your experience with Performance Plus Tire?
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 07:48 AM
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Excellent!
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