Tire Recommendations, 1979 930, Stock Fuchs

[J-P]

I’ve searched through previous info, but it is all pretty old.

Stock sizes are front 205/55 R 16, and rear 225/50 R 16.

Just wondering what folks are running these days with currently available tires, if you are running spacers, or perhaps a bigger tire to fill in some of the space.

My car is Euro ride height so just want to make sure whatever I get will not rub. Also, it is more of a driver than a show car, so I am leaning more toward a modern compound versus period-correct tread pattern, but open to ideas.

Thank you.

[zakthor]

Im very happy with the re71rs. ‘79 930 with same wheels as you though my car is lower. Just… dont even think about driving them in snow.

https://forums.pelicanparts.com/911-930-turbo-super-charging-forum/1178650-930-tires-2025-a.html

[Mr. Merk]

I think the RE71RS is still king these days. A052 is another great option.

P7 for the period look.

[J-P]

Thanks!

Looks like the RE71RS are not available in the larger 245/45-16 size for the rears, only the stock 225/50-16 size.

Any reason I shouldn't go with the larger size to get a bit more rubber on the ground, as well as fill out a bit of the empty space?

Thoughts on spacers?

[zakthor]

Originally Posted by J-P

Thanks!

Looks like the RE71RS are not available in the larger 245/45-16 size for the rears, only the stock 225/50-16 size.

Any reason I shouldn't go with the larger size to get a bit more rubber on the ground, as well as fill out a bit of the empty space?

Thoughts on spacers?

Later cars had 9” wide wheels and need the 245. Your car has 8” in back so 225 is correct. You could upsize byt it makes the tire look squished.

For performance its not simple:

https://grassrootsmotorsports.com/articles/wheel-width-is-wider-always-better/

https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/buying-maintenance/a21776425/wider-tires-more-grip/

These cars already have too much understeer. Why do you need a bigger back tire?

I vote spend your money to get your suspension ‘did’ so its nice to drive - and lower it more.