I have a BMW 730d. I bought
I have a BMW 730d. I bought it new in 2011. It is the 6th BMW I have owned in 25 years and probably will be the last. The reason is run flats.
In 21,000 miles I have had 9 punctures and excessive wear on a further 2 tyres. It came with Pzeros and for the latest 4 replacements I have changed to Michelin to see if there is any difference.
Apart from the fact that they are pretty useless generally, problems with big run flats are
Dealers and tyre specialists dont stock them. This means the BMW arguement that your can go for 50 miles and change the tyre is bunk. Youwait the best part of a week.
The tyres do not last 50 miles as stated.After about 20 miles of town driving at 20-30 mph they deform and start to flap against the road. AT THE MOMENT NY 7 SERIES WILL HAVE TO BE "RECOVERED" TO THE TYRE SHOP
The ride quality is poor as is cornering. My wifes Land Rover which is a box on wheels is smoother.
Put these points to BMW customer services and got the response that they would "contribute" £250 to a set bought at the dealer. That about cover the prices hike dealers put onto tyres.
They also claim that BMW will supply cars fitted with pneumatic tyres across their range if specified at time of order. This was not my experience. Dealers are promoting run flats like crazy and no choice is offered.
So, 21,000 on I have gone through 9 tyres on street driving. The latest replacements take the total to 13 tyres!!!!
Time for Audi or ,God help me, Jag.