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Pirelli PZero N branded on Ferrari 208 Turbo?

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by Lorenz80, Mar 25, 2024.

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  1. Lorenz80

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    #1 Lorenz80, Mar 25, 2024
    Good evening,
    I’ve just found a set of Pirelli PZero which would fit perfectly for my Ferrari 208 Turbo for a very good price.
    The only problem is that Pirelli PZero in that size, here in Italy, are produced only with “N5” brand, that means “Porsche approved”.
    You think is ok to use it on a Ferrari? Any experience?
     
  2. tazandjan

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    #2 tazandjan, Mar 25, 2024
    Should work fine. Odds of finding a K branded tire for a Ferrari that old are pretty low.
     
  3. M. Brandon Motorcars

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    #3 M. Brandon Motorcars, Mar 25, 2024
    It's ok to use of course, but in my opinion, I wouldn't put such a modern tire on a 208 Turbo. You'll ruin the feel of the car. I made that mistake many years ago on my 328. These cars weren't designed for that level of grip.

    My suggestion would be the P7 Cinturato in the classic tread pattern.
     
  4. Lorenz80

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    #4 Lorenz80, Mar 25, 2024
    Here in Italy P7 Cinturato is not available for 208 Turbo Intercooler rear wheels.
    Other options would be Michelin Pilot Sport 4 or Goodyear Efficientgrip, if we talk about sport tyres. Many persons uses Michelin Primacy for 328/208 Intercooler here in Italy, but honestly I don’t like.
     
  5. greyboxer

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    #5 greyboxer, Mar 26, 2024
    A few years ago Porsche Boxster tires were very popular (and one of the few available in 16 in) for 308 in the specific fitment sub-type 'N' - the logic being that the power characteristics and weight distribution etc etc were very similar but the technology was a decade or two newer
     
  6. LVP488

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    #6 LVP488, Mar 26, 2024
    Michelin in France recommends the Pilot Exalto PE2 N0 for the 208 turbo.
     

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