I was wandering what you guys think of Nexen tires, i am looking for some 19 inches wheels and they come fitted with Nexen. thanks. tdv6s 2.7 2007
xkr 5 2010

I've seen a number of RRS on Nexen Roadian tyres. They're basically a budget tyre.

I haven't had any experience with them because I don't buy budget tyres. 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
2008 TDV8 - it was a labour of love and is much missed

Thank you RRSTDV8 tdv6s 2.7 2007
xkr 5 2010

Do you guys know if when a set of wheels has been refurbished., powercoated etc...Do they correct any wheels problems, can I rely on some refurbished like new ones or not? tdv6s 2.7 2007
xkr 5 2010

I'd say it really depends on what company did the refurb and how much had been spent on the job. I'm sure the seller/company would tell you if you asked them.

I'm also looking to get a set done soon. Ra-Ro Sport Super Dooper Charged.
Ford F350 Super Duty Prototype.
Ni$$@n Patrol 4.8 Overlander.

I know sport tyres are expensive...but personally my advice on such an important component is buy a trusted brand...this isnt an area to scrimp on Mike

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Thank you Streaky and MSE, yes I think so too, that is why I ask around. I rather then buy the wheels and tires separated and not be too tempted by a full set with budget tires, i will have tendency to think the refurbishment was also a budget one. tdv6s 2.7 2007
xkr 5 2010

I have been running Nexen Roadian tyres on my RRS for a couple of years now. Ultimate roadholding is less good than the Yokohamas that preceded them, but they are fine in every other respect.

Budget brands are no longer inferior to the big brands in the way that they used to be a decade or so ago.

And at 19" they are £100 + vat each, fitted and balanced.

In my younger/cash strapped days I bought the cheapest tyres I could find until my cousin who is a keen biker pointed out whatever you drive/ride it's only as safe/good as it's tyres - I no longer scrimp on tyres  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

I can remember when hankook and falken were cheap budget tyres. Then they sold a truck full, employed a marketing company, trebled their prices and now they're mid range  2011 Evoque Si4 Dynamic plus lux
2007 Audi TT 3.2 V6
2005 Sport Sc

Nexen are good value for money tyres, quiet too!