Porsche 987 Boxster S Tires

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Tire Reviewed Dry Grip Wet Grip Feedback Handling Wear Comfort
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 (156) 94% 87% 88% 87% 80% 85%
Continental SportContact 7 (60) 97% 93% 91% 92% 69% 77%
Michelin Pilot Sport (42) 92% 82% 87% 81% 73% 75%
Dunlop Direzza 03G (12) 94% 65% 89% 89% 47% 61%
Nankang AR 1 (36) 91% 46% 85% 88% 70% 66%
Pirelli P 7 (85) 79% 69% 71% 68% 73% 65%

Porsche 987 Boxster S Tire Review Highlights

Writing about the Continental SportContact 7 given 90% (265-35-19-)
Driving on mostly country roads for 3000 average miles
Transformed the wet grip on my boxster (235/35R19 Front and 265/35R19), dry grip seems improved as well. The car was previously on Michelins (Sport Cup 2 on the front, Super Sport rears both Porsche N2 rated) which although impressive once warm in the dry where worrying in the wet and could be butt clenchingly terrifying in standing water.
Overall the car seems quieter, more comfortable and better balanced with excellent feedback, I've yet to find the limit of dry or even wet grip on the road and they make the car more enjoyable to drive so I'm using it more.
I'm always wary of standing water in this car due to the relatively wide tire section and light weight but so far they've performed well without the problems of aquaplaning that the tire reviews test would make you worry about, although that is in comparison to the performance / track day option Michelin tires.
Not sure about wear rates, I've yet to notice any significant change in 3000 miles, but the tires were significantly cheaper than other premium brands at the time.
tire reviewed on 2023-11-03 07:57:34
Writing about the Dunlop Direzza 03G given 93% (265-40-18-)
Driving on track for 250 spirited miles
Run these on our track 987 Boxster 300bhp. Insanely brilliant tire, certainly suits the Porsche. We were noticeably quicker in the corners both at Snetterton and Brands. Just need another 100bhp for the straights. I wouldn't buy any other track tire.
tire reviewed on 2022-07-11 15:56:07
Writing about the Dunlop Direzza 03G given 82% (225-45-17-)
Driving on track for 100 spirited miles
Used at Brands Hatch, dry conditions on Porsche Boxster S track day. Unbelievable grip and feedback, these tires will give you so much more confidence.
tire reviewed on 2022-05-21 13:18:18
Writing about the Nankang AR 1 given 78% (275-35-18-)
Driving on track for 0 spirited miles
Been tracking a 944 and a Boxster for years. Both cars highly modified for track work. I just want to have fun and buy whatever r-comps or similar that are on sale. Had sets of re71r’s, Toyota r888r’s, nitto nt01’s. Then saw nangang ar1s on sale. Wow!, as much or more grip as all the above and unlike a review above, I Did not find the tires going any greasier earlier than the others. If you overdrive your car, a specially if it’s heavy, ALL tires will get greasy. And I got more track sessions out of AR1 than any of the above, except Maby the nitto’s. Super tire
tire reviewed on 2020-06-30 19:53:58
Writing about the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 given 87% (235-40-18-N)
Driving on a combination of roads for 1000 spirited miles
On a boxster s - best tires you can buy - absolutely awesome for track days & fast road use
tire reviewed on 2017-09-18 11:10:17
Writing about the Michelin Pilot Sport given 97% (265-35-18-W)
Driving on a combination of roads for 15000 spirited miles
These were on my car when I bought it and after 3 years and 15k they were still on the car when I sold it albeit they were down to approx 2.5mm.

Really good high performance tires that grip well all the time.
tire reviewed on 2009-11-24 06:26:28
Writing about the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 given 97% (265-35-18-W)
Driving on a combination of roads for 25000 spirited miles
I have the N rated versions on my Boxster im not sure what the N rated quite is but have heard the manufacturers make a small change in the mould casing during production to get the N ratings. Also they N rated tire is approved by Porsche and it warms up quicker given you instant grip the downside being it wears down slightly quicker too.

These have lasted 25K and are the best tire that I have ever used compared to:

CSC3, CSC2, Bridgestone Potenza RE050A, Dunlop Sport Maxx GT. Pirelli P Zero to name a few.

The dry grip and braking is the best there is with these tires on, they are very progressive and offer NO tramlining. Wet grip is class leading better than the Goodyear GSD3 and F1A and it handles beautifully in the wet too.

I Have found these tires to be comfortable although not the most comfortable I have had, but then again if you want comfort get a set of Conti premium contact or Michellin Primacy HP.

I would always buy these tires again and if you get yourself down to Bracknell Tires in Berkshire they are the cheapest I can find cheaper than the internet believe it or not.

I am now down to about 1.8mm and need a new set I must admit when these tires get to about 2mm they get very hard.
tire reviewed on 2009-11-20 08:40:13
Writing about the Pirelli P 7 given 59% (205-50-17-W)
Driving on a combination of roads for 45000 average miles
I've run these tires on a Volvo and managed to get through a lot.

The grip and handling is reassuring in both wet and dry and the noise level is acceptable.

The wear rate on them is quite bad though and I seem to be continuously replacing the fronts. My last set were highlighted as running a bit low after only 5k miles. If you take this and the price into consideration then they are not really a good deal and i'm not putting P7s on the Volvo again.
tire reviewed on 2009-01-27 08:24:40
Writing about the Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 given 94% (265-35-19-W)
Driving on mostly country roads for 20000 spirited miles
Had these fitted to my Boxster from new - fronts (235/35/19) are still legal after 21k miles of spirited country road driving and more sedate town work and commuting. I replaced the rears (265/35/19) after 17k miles as they were down to 2mm depth. I was very impressed to get that sort of mileage, the previous generation Michelin Pilot MXM pattern last 16k miles on my old and 60bhp less 2.7 Boxster. These tires often consistent grip through their life and gave no tramlining under braking, even when worn. An excellent tire. Note mine are Porsche approved N rated versions, which may differ in compound to stock tires.
tire reviewed on 2008-11-06 10:07:13
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