Michelin Super Sport vs Continental ContiSportContact 3

igirl · 05-25-2011, 07:02 PM

I've got a E90 since 1 year now.

I've changed my 4 original tyres (Continental ContiSportContact 3, 245/35/19, 265/35/19) for the new Michelin Super Sport.

Quick result: the ContiSportContact 3 gave me lots of satisfaction... But the Super Sport seem even better! Less noise on road, more grip on track!
To confirm in the length.

http://www.forum-auto.com/marques/bmw/sujet12665.htm

Mjolnir · 05-25-2011, 08:04 PM

I followed the link and there was just a bunch of gibberish/baby talk on that forum.

besiktas · 05-25-2011, 08:05 PM

I switched from CS3 to PS2. I was also very happy with the CS3 but i feel that PS2 is a step better. smoother ride, less road noise, better traction.
my next tires will be super sports

Shmelgy · 05-25-2011, 08:14 PM

I HATE my CS3's.

OC3 · 05-25-2011, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mjolnir

I followed the link and there was just a bunch of gibberish/baby talk on that forum.

Heh, re: that link, all I can say is... ca'va?

m3heaven · 05-25-2011, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shmelgy

I HATE my CS3's.

I wouldn't say the CS3's are bad. I took them to the track recently and they handled surprisingly pretty well.

jrlee53 · 05-31-2011, 09:39 AM

CS3's are good, but a bit twitchy in the wet. Can't wait to wear these down and try the super sports.

CeeBoogie · 05-31-2011, 09:56 AM

How about the extreme contact's, anyone ever have those?

elh0102 · 05-31-2011, 10:13 AM

I have a set of the ContiSportContact 3 on my OE wheels, and I recently put a set of PSS on 18X10 Apex wheels, using 275/35-18 on all corners. I think the PSS is a much better all around tire. I will grant the CS3 has a stiffer sidewall that yields a bit sharper turn in and general steering response. But the PSS is quieter, better ride, and at least equal grip.

cole328 · 08-05-2011, 11:06 AM

Gents When changing from the Conti's to the PS2's, did anyone notice the need to make a significant change to tire pressures? I have been running 36F/38R (basically the book recommended pressures for the 'vert), and have been very happy. Although I finally settled up here on pressures, it was some playing around with options before I was really happy.

I'd hate to have to go through all of that again just by switching tire brands, and was curious what others thought. Thanks

Denk · 08-05-2011, 01:56 PM

I'll find out soon, I'm getting PSS's put on today. I've been riding on the
Conti3's and have been happy with them, a little noisey but no complaints on feel/grip.

05-25-2011, 07:02 PM	#1
igirl Enlisted Member 8 Rep 44 Posts Drives: M3 CRT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Paris iTrader: (0)	Michelin Super Sport vs Continental ContiSportContact 3 I've got a E90 since 1 year now. I've changed my 4 original tyres (Continental ContiSportContact 3, 245/35/19, 265/35/19) for the new Michelin Super Sport. Quick result: the ContiSportContact 3 gave me lots of satisfaction... But the Super Sport seem even better! Less noise on road, more grip on track! To confirm in the length. http://www.forum-auto.com/marques/bmw/sujet12665.htm
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Mjolnir Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 264 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Le Mans Blue ZCP DCT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	I followed the link and there was just a bunch of gibberish/baby talk on that forum.
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besiktas Ultimate Driver for the Ultimate Driving Machine 146 Rep 1,146 Posts Drives: BMW M3 E92 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	I switched from CS3 to PS2. I was also very happy with the CS3 but i feel that PS2 is a step better. smoother ride, less road noise, better traction. my next tires will be super sports __________________ BMW M3 E92 - Silverstone II BPM Sport Stage II Tune + Test Pipes, GTS DCT Tune
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Shmelgy B.E. 444 Rep 761 Posts Drives: F80 M3 & 1969 Mustang Fastback Join Date: May 2010 Location: City of Angels iTrader: (3)	I HATE my CS3's. __________________ Current: 2022 TRX & 2010 GT3RS Past: 2016 M3 Individual Grigio Telesto Pearl, Sakhir Orange/Black Full Leather w/ CF trim, 6MT, ZCP, CCB, etc... Previous: 2011 E92 M3 Melbourne Red on Black 6MT ZCP. --> now 2010 dedicated track car
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jrlee53 Captain 157 Rep 837 Posts Drives: 2010 E90 M3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Queens, NY iTrader: (0)	CS3's are good, but a bit twitchy in the wet. Can't wait to wear these down and try the super sports. __________________ 2003 Cobra -> 2010 BMW e90 M3 - Space Grey - Black on Carbon Leather Int. - BRILLIANT CAR!!
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CeeBoogie Private First Class 16 Rep 109 Posts Drives: E46 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Long Island NY iTrader: (0)	How about the extreme contact's, anyone ever have those?
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elh0102 Captain 15 Rep 751 Posts Drives: 2009 335i coupe Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I have a set of the ContiSportContact 3 on my OE wheels, and I recently put a set of PSS on 18X10 Apex wheels, using 275/35-18 on all corners. I think the PSS is a much better all around tire. I will grant the CS3 has a stiffer sidewall that yields a bit sharper turn in and general steering response. But the PSS is quieter, better ride, and at least equal grip.
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cole328 Second Lieutenant 15 Rep 274 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 Convertible Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	Gents When changing from the Conti's to the PS2's, did anyone notice the need to make a significant change to tire pressures? I have been running 36F/38R (basically the book recommended pressures for the 'vert), and have been very happy. Although I finally settled up here on pressures, it was some playing around with options before I was really happy. I'd hate to have to go through all of that again just by switching tire brands, and was curious what others thought. Thanks
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Denk Brigadier General 1006 Rep 3,341 Posts Drives: 2021 X5M Join Date: May 2011 Location: PNW iTrader: (2)	I'll find out soon, I'm getting PSS's put on today. I've been riding on the Conti3's and have been happy with them, a little noisey but no complaints on feel/grip.
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