Super annoying. I don't get my MS until March 2014, so I've got some time to let everyone else be guinea pigs for me.
Originally I was going to order the 19" wheels, but I love the way the 21" wheels look, so I just went with those. I figured I'd pick up the $2400 winter wheel package - which seemed like a suspiciously good deal - at time of delivery (pre-ordered, of course). There goes that idea. I doubt I can get away with taking delivery on the summer tires that come with it, so I'll have to be ready with something. I can't imagine risking driving in March in Toronto on those 21's.
At least I got my order in before the August price hikes (by 1 day). Elon is certainly making his margins as promised!
FWIW I used to have Nokian Hakkapeliitta NRW's on my Audi TT and they were
*incredible* tires. Best winter tires I've ever had - in the snow. I have the Pirelli 210 Sottozero's on my current car and they aren't horrible, but no, they do not come close to the Hakka's in snow. Dry, though, quite nice. Quiet and grippy. I'm guessing those who hate them are in much worse weather than I am.
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Discount Tire Direct (www.discounttiredirect.com)have two options different than Tire Rack (and they are XL):
- Hankook I*Cept Evo W310: $228
- Yokohama W.drive: $279