Mini Clubman noisy drive

[LaSource]

Hi just picked up a F54 Clubman S as a local runabout. Overall lovely car and this one had the spec I wanted: JCW bits, LEDs, HUD, Media XL, Pano roof, and Midnight black.





Overall it is proving to be a very endearing car, more fun statement than other 'boring' conventional things, and decent performance.

However there is too much rolling road noise which I am hoping is run flat tyres related and not bearings or something llke that. The rears are defo runflats - Pirelli Cinturatos. However I think the fronts might be conventional - they are pretty new (12/21 stamped) Pirelli Powergy. I can't find any runflat wordings on them and the internet does not seem to make it obvious either. Anyone know if the Powergy come in runflats too?

Also if switching to conventional tyres, which brand/model is everyone's favourite? As a runabout I am not bothered about the ultimate in grip levels. Just something quiet and comfortable.

Thanks.

[braddo]

Looks nice - how do you like it now that it's been a few months, and did you end up changing the tyres? I'm looking for something similar for the same reason as you.


Does anyone know if the roof load capacity varies depending on the car having roof rails or not, or a pano sunroof?

[Alfa Pete]

I’ve just sold my F54 SD this week. The road noise is certainly noticeable with the F54 though mine was only ever on run flats so didn’t get the chance to see if non run flats would make a difference. It was particularly unpleasant on some of the concrete sections of the M25.
Certainly it’s replacement a Mazda 3 is much more refined , though I will miss much of the Clubbie’s good feel vibe.
With regards to tyre choice on previous experience with them on a Golf GTD I really rated Michelin Pilot Sport 4.

Edited by Alfa Pete on Friday 3rd September 21:29