S-Type R and Snow?
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S-Type R and Snow?
I am buying a new daily driver, and am considering the S-type R. Does anyone have experience with this car in snow? I am only looking for replies with the "R", not the regular s-type. I cannot go through another winter with my Cobra. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!
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RE: S-Type R and Snow?
wudnt be any better then a cobra.. the r is pretty useless in the snow.. i work on jags in canada.. we cant get them out of the lot with summers on.. we have customers with snow tires too.. which makes it better.
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From my experience with my current str (2nd winter) and front wheel drives in the past in the north east winters, i don't see much hassle with the str. I do have dunlop winter sport m3 tires and my other cars always had all seasons, i remember struggling with the all seasons more than the str. I have been skiing on snowy days and live in a hilly area and not once did i need to be pushed vs. what i see my neighbors deal with on snowy days before the sand trucks.
Good luck.
Good luck.
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Well, I haven't had any trouble with my STR and I've probably got it worse in winter her in Winnipegthan anyone. I have Pirelli 240's and they have been great for me so far. I've been in snow and on sheet ice and I have always made it home. It can be hard to get going if you are stopped on ice but I have always managed. It's no worse than everyone else on the road. I say as long as you have a good set of winter tires and know how to handle conditions, you should be fine. I drove a Saleen mustang in winter when I first got it a few years ago and it was a nightmare. If you ask me the STR is way better than that was.
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ORIGINAL: WinterJag
Well, I haven't had any trouble with my STR and I've probably got it worse in winter her in Winnipegthan anyone. I have Pirelli 240's and they have been great for me so far. I've been in snow and on sheet ice and I have always made it home. It can be hard to get going if you are stopped on ice but I have always managed. It's no worse than everyone else on the road. I say as long as you have a good set of winter tires and know how to handle conditions, you should be fine. I drove a Saleen mustang in winter when I first got it a few years ago and it was a nightmare. If you ask me the STR is way better than that was.
Well, I haven't had any trouble with my STR and I've probably got it worse in winter her in Winnipegthan anyone. I have Pirelli 240's and they have been great for me so far. I've been in snow and on sheet ice and I have always made it home. It can be hard to get going if you are stopped on ice but I have always managed. It's no worse than everyone else on the road. I say as long as you have a good set of winter tires and know how to handle conditions, you should be fine. I drove a Saleen mustang in winter when I first got it a few years ago and it was a nightmare. If you ask me the STR is way better than that was.
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I am buying a new daily driver, and am considering the S-type R. Does anyone have experience with this car in snow? I am only looking for replies with the "R", not the regular s-type. I cannot go through another winter with my Cobra. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!
I am buying a new daily driver, and am considering the S-type R. Does anyone have experience with this car in snow? I am only looking for replies with the "R", not the regular s-type. I cannot go through another winter with my Cobra. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!
I don't think it matters if it's an "R" Or a regular S-Type. Both are rear wheel drive correct??? Both will perform the same as far as traction. S-Types overall whether it's an R or not - are not the greatest in the snow. You want something that is going to get you through the thick stuff and will get good traction? Get an X my friend. Peace out-
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[quote]ORIGINAL: Uptown Girl
I haven't done any research, but I specified "R" because I am assuming it probably has a lower profile tire, wider tire, and probably larger wheel than the regular s-type. All of which would lead to worse traction.
ORIGINAL: kit5pt0
I don't think it matters if it's an "R" Or a regular S-Type. Both are rear wheel drive correct??? Both will perform the same as far as traction. S-Types overall whether it's an R or not - are not the greatest in the snow. You want something that is going to get you through the thick stuff and will get good traction? Get an X my friend.
Peace out-
I don't think it matters if it's an "R" Or a regular S-Type. Both are rear wheel drive correct??? Both will perform the same as far as traction. S-Types overall whether it's an R or not - are not the greatest in the snow. You want something that is going to get you through the thick stuff and will get good traction? Get an X my friend. Peace out-
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I have an 04' 4.2 S-Type and I know I have 17's. I'm pretty sure the R is 18. If you have a good set of snow tires it will make all the difference- but without them your daily commute will suck if you live in an area that gets a lot of snow. Trust me. lol
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