ETL

I just got a 2011 S4 manual with summer 19" performance tires . I need to get winter tires ASAP.

A couple of questions:

1- Is it reasonable to get winter wheels/tires dedicated for my new S4 ? I leased this car and will have 3 winters to deal with here in the NY metropolitan area. It was suggested that I get 18" rims with Blizzards. ( $1500) and store the summer tires. Any other thoughts?

2- Should I take the Audi tire protection for my summer 19" performance tires that came with the car? It costs $895. I will be driving on roads with some potholes and roughness.
Or is it not worth it? How much is a new 19" rim for example?

Thanks for the help

mikeh

There is plenty of information on this subject. Use the search tool at the top. If no luck go to tirerack.com

audiS4pc

I have a 2011 S4 as well and live in NY. I am getting new HRS4 rims from a company that specializes in Audi and getting my winter 18" tires from Tirerack.com. I was recommend to the company from a friend at Audi. The dealership was quoting $2600, which is very pricey.

ETL

What kind of snow tires are you getting?

Size? width? manufacturer?

What are your plans with your summer tires and rims ? Did you get the 19" wheels?

Did you buy the tire protection for the summer tires and rims?

thanks

ETL