Avon ZZ3 Tyres on DB7 Rear??

[GTDB7]

Anyone ever tried these tyres on the Rear of a DB7, pref the V12 models? or any Aston for that matter?

The tread pattern is pretty close to the S-02's, they are directional like the S-02, although I think the rubber might be a slightly softer compound, which I hope will give more grip on corners.

I never feel 100% confident with the S-02's and have had them slip out on several occasions. The compound seems quite hard on the S-02.

It seems they only offer one tyre in the correct size for the GT which is 265/35/18 and this is the XL version which is an extra load / reinforced tyre.

Tyre info
http://www.avon-tyres.co.uk/car/zz3

Any thoughts?

[LordBretSinclair]

Phil, I have the SO2s on my 7 Vantage and I'm quite happy with these but then I am not the most "enthusiastic" driver. Lady S had ZZ3s on her TT and they gripped like sh*t on a blanket but had a very short life and were worn out quicker than any other tyres I have known

[GTDB7]

Thanks for that LBS :-)

I want the extra grip if possible, and I am not looking for these to last much past the summer, as then I'd put S-02's back on in time for winter.

I also think with my current rear S-02's being right close to the wear indicator they are probably harder than when new.

I just don't have confidence in them..


I might try the ZZ3's and either with those or the S-02's next time around.. have the car geometry reset and all wheels re-aligned.

[GTDB7]

Blast from the past...

Well I had the ZZ3's fitted last year.. must be June.

Still going strong, plenty of grip and handle very nicely.. good feedback when giving it gas..

I'll certainly be fitting ZZ3's next time around to the rear, though I have kept S02's on the front.

[Ray f]

I fitted the Avons to my DB7 in Nov last year; although not done too many miles, they have been great in all weather so far.

Cheers, Ray.