R107 Tyre Spec - Help Required Please

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Calcifer

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Hello,

I have a 1988 R107 500SL (EU MODEL, LHD)

I would like to have the tyres changed but unsure on the OEM factory specification.

Currently the car has;

225/55/16 all around
Michelin Tyres

Mercedes dealers say they can supply AVON tyres.

Would the OEM specification be AVON or Michelin or something else?

Also I have read 215's up front and 225's on the rear so there's a lot of information but nothing concise.

Any help appreciated.

Thank you.
 
Normally fitted from factory with German manufacturer of tyres.
Mine came with the rubbish continentals fitted.
Got goodyears on now and what an improvement :thumb:
 
Hi,

Would you happen to know the size?

Thanks again.
 
Sorry I can't be of any help with tyre sizes. My cars A250 18" wheels.
Not staggered like you have on your car.
Have you checked the sticky calculator at the top op page.
I'm sure someone will be along shortly with the info you need.
Cheers
Ben :thumb:
 
Not absolutely certain because of the EU spec but UK 1988 107's should have 15" flat-face alloy rims fitted with 195-65-15 tyres front and rear. Picture of your 16" rims would help.
 
Thanks again guys.

Went with Michelin in the end.
 

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