Michelin XZX, Are these tires worth much? Options

[Rav914]

My newly acquired 914 came with Michelin XZX SR 15's. They are at least 12 years old as the car has been off the road and under a tarp for that period of time. They look almost brand new (no cracks or dry rubber). The rubber is in great shape, due to lack of sun exposure, with a lot of tread left.

Are these tires worth the effort of putting on ebay or selling directly? I'm thinking of replacing them if someone with a show car could use them. If the value is the same as new tires, I'll sell. Otherwise I'll drive on them.

Thanks!

[woobn8r]

I work in the tire business....I had those on my 240Z back in the late 70's...

They are now worthless. (Unless they were OE on some vehicle and the owner is a CW). ....as far as value goes...in my neck of the woods they charge $3.00 ea to dispse of them for you....$ -12.00.

You could keep them to store your car on in the off season, or nail them to a dock to stop your boat from hitting it too hard....maybe try the local go cart track as a crash barrier.....

As far as tires go...technology has come leaps and bounds in even the last 5 years, so these ancient boots cannot hold a candle to a more modern product. XZX is not an ultra high performance tire (even when new) so a medium to low priced quality tire is way better.

Michelin had a 5 year casing warranty on these....after 12 years you know there is degredation of the rubber, and possibly the composite belts in the casing as well. Even though there are no visible "weather check" cracks I don't believe these tires would be safe on the highways....I hate to say you would even be better off with some cheap, off shore knock off POS of a new tire than what you've got.

Although, I wouldnt put crappy speakers with a great stereo....so I think you should dig deep in the pockets and buy some decent tires worthy of your 914.

IMHO....cheers.
Sean