Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 Reviews - Page 11
Given 77%
while driving a
Mazda AZ3 (Autozam)
(205/45 R16 W)
on a combination of roads
for 25,000 average miles
Had a set of 185/65/R14 BF Goodrich and they were markedly better than the Michelins I has on there previously. Got the Eagles with my alloys and nearly crashed the car on the first drive. Got so much more grip off the first roundabout I took that I nearly rear ended someone.
Wear wise I put just over 25k miles on the first set to get them to the markers, regular rotation, heavy acceleration from junctions but mostly motorway miles.
My only criticisim of this tire would be its appauling snow/hail handling characteristics. I was the middle of three cars going round a 90 degree corner near my house. I was the one that ended up sideways in the road when the back end left me.
On the flip side, I would say that its wet grip is practically on par with its dry grip. They handle standing water VERY well.
So the moral is that they are great unless you live somewhere with snow. Then you better have an understanding insurance company or a higher power looking after you.
Wear wise I put just over 25k miles on the first set to get them to the markers, regular rotation, heavy acceleration from junctions but mostly motorway miles.
My only criticisim of this tire would be its appauling snow/hail handling characteristics. I was the middle of three cars going round a 90 degree corner near my house. I was the one that ended up sideways in the road when the back end left me.
On the flip side, I would say that its wet grip is practically on par with its dry grip. They handle standing water VERY well.
So the moral is that they are great unless you live somewhere with snow. Then you better have an understanding insurance company or a higher power looking after you.
Given 46%
while driving a
Audi A3
(225/45 R17 W)
on a combination of roads
for 10,000 spirited miles
Tires look good on car and give reasonable dry grip. Wheel spin is a major problem with these tires and despite having 4wd car still struggles to get away from lights swiftly without drama in both dry and wet conditions. Usually results in traction control cutting inn and loss of power not what I was expecting from this car with a premium brand tire fitted. Can only praise this tire for its ability to resist aqua-planing.
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Given 79%
while driving a
Ford Fiesta
(195/50 R15 V)
on a combination of roads
for 9,000 spirited miles
I thought these tires where amazing.
They allowed me to brake later, harder and carry more speed through corners and corner tighter. The grip from a standing start was amazing.
They corrected a lot of understeer and gave more feedback.
Road noise wasnt a problem for me.
They easily out perform the likes of Yoko Parada and Toyo Proxees.
They allowed me to brake later, harder and carry more speed through corners and corner tighter. The grip from a standing start was amazing.
They corrected a lot of understeer and gave more feedback.
Road noise wasnt a problem for me.
They easily out perform the likes of Yoko Parada and Toyo Proxees.
Given 87%
while driving a
Audi A4
(235/45 R17 W)
on a combination of roads
for 25 spirited miles
these tires are very good in dry conditions and very controlable on the edge, where these tires excel is in wet conditions where there is super human grip and disperses the water extremely well. very good under heavy braking to. good rate of wear they last a lot longer than my old conti sport's, there is some road noise but again very good.
Given 90%
while driving a
Nissan R33 Skyline GtS25T
(245/40 R17 W)
on mostly country roads
for 40 spirited miles
The amount of grip generated by these tires is remarkable especially in the wet, I drive a lot of twisty roads and have the confidence to push the limits of them without fear. Instant turn in without any hassle and very stable even under heavy load. Done a couple of trackdays with them as well and they have lasted well, they usually last around 15,000 on the front and about 12,000 at the rear. An absolutly fantastic tire that I will not hesitate to buy again
Given 37%
while driving a
Ford Mondeo
(225/40 R18 W)
on mostly town
for 35,000 average miles
I had 4 of these Goodyear NCT F1's fitted to my Mondeo ST TDCi Wagon and after 8000 miles both rear tires had distorted and ovaled out. The car suffered vibrations and wheelbearing type noise at speeds of 50-55mph.
My car was booked into Fords for a warranty repair for a ossilating noise at 50-55mph coming from the rear of the vehicle.Ford condemed the tires as unfit/dangerous even though the tires themselves had 5mm of usable tread remaining.
A friend of mine also had these fitted to his Mondeo ST TDCi hatchback and they distorted after 6000 miles.
All I can say is I will not buy them again as for me they were a complete waste of money at ?103 a tire.
Premium tire? I would of got more mileage out of a remould.
http://www.stdrivers.co.uk/forum/showtopic.php?tid/3193
My car was booked into Fords for a warranty repair for a ossilating noise at 50-55mph coming from the rear of the vehicle.Ford condemed the tires as unfit/dangerous even though the tires themselves had 5mm of usable tread remaining.
A friend of mine also had these fitted to his Mondeo ST TDCi hatchback and they distorted after 6000 miles.
All I can say is I will not buy them again as for me they were a complete waste of money at ?103 a tire.
Premium tire? I would of got more mileage out of a remould.
http://www.stdrivers.co.uk/forum/showtopic.php?tid/3193
Given 64%
while driving a
Mercedes Benz E320
(225/45 R17 W)
on mostly country roads
for 15,000 spirited miles
These tires are good for both wet and dry handling, and the grip can be astonishing, but in my opinion as a warm weather tire.
In the cold, wheelspin is a real problem, and during cold (doesn't have to be that cold either) weather they take about 2 to 4 miles to lose the flat spot where they have stood overnite.
If your a high mileage driver thats probably small potatoes, but for a commute to work, i am halfway there before they are round.
In the cold, wheelspin is a real problem, and during cold (doesn't have to be that cold either) weather they take about 2 to 4 miles to lose the flat spot where they have stood overnite.
If your a high mileage driver thats probably small potatoes, but for a commute to work, i am halfway there before they are round.
Given 66%
while driving a
Alfa Romeo 33 mk 2
(215/40 R16 W)
on track
for 12,000 spirited miles
As a track day tire they are very unpredictable, they gave no indication of limits grip when cornering causing a very twitchy rear (front wheel drive). I tried changing the pressures but still no responsive feed back. They began to bead after a short while. On the road however they are pretty good I previously used Falkens which were rubbish in wet or dry ,then tried Bf Goodrich which were a vast improvment to which I would say were about the same as the Eagles going to try Toyos next will submit a review next year.
Given 86%
while driving a
Alfa Romeo 147
(215/45 R17 W)
on a combination of roads
for 10,000 spirited miles
A good all round tire.
Due to the popularity a number of grey imports are around. Ensure yours are made in China, and carry an E with a circle around it.
Due to the popularity a number of grey imports are around. Ensure yours are made in China, and carry an E with a circle around it.
Given 54%
while driving a
Toyota Isis
(/ R)
on mostly motorways
for 54,456 spirited miles
I don't know if those so called magazine expert reviewers know what most home consumers are really looking for.
"DECENT GRIP WHEN IT RAINS"
"DECENT GRIP WHEN IT IS NOT RAINING"
"DECENT COMFORT NOT HARD BUMPY TIRES"
"DECENTLY QUIET TIRES NOT ANNOYING LOUD TIRES"
My dad bought the GD3 F1 Goodyear tires and I find them to be not comfortable for the long distances. Furthermore the F1 Goodyear are rather noisy buggers! Those fancy V-grooves attracts pebbles and can cause the tires to feel wobbly sometimes. Sure, my dad have been praising the F1's wet grip as stellar and have quite good mushy-like grip in the dry. He's comparing these to his old Pirelli 6000 which was actually rather noisy as well. But the Pirelli 6000 dry grip exceed the F1 any day.
What an annoying tire to put up with...if you happen to be just a passenger like I am! For the best grip, wet and dry with low road noise and comfy as well, I recommend the Pirelli PZero Nero or Falken 452 if you are on a budget. These 2 tires on my friend's car rocks!
"DECENT GRIP WHEN IT RAINS"
"DECENT GRIP WHEN IT IS NOT RAINING"
"DECENT COMFORT NOT HARD BUMPY TIRES"
"DECENTLY QUIET TIRES NOT ANNOYING LOUD TIRES"
My dad bought the GD3 F1 Goodyear tires and I find them to be not comfortable for the long distances. Furthermore the F1 Goodyear are rather noisy buggers! Those fancy V-grooves attracts pebbles and can cause the tires to feel wobbly sometimes. Sure, my dad have been praising the F1's wet grip as stellar and have quite good mushy-like grip in the dry. He's comparing these to his old Pirelli 6000 which was actually rather noisy as well. But the Pirelli 6000 dry grip exceed the F1 any day.
What an annoying tire to put up with...if you happen to be just a passenger like I am! For the best grip, wet and dry with low road noise and comfy as well, I recommend the Pirelli PZero Nero or Falken 452 if you are on a budget. These 2 tires on my friend's car rocks!
Given 76%
while driving a
Ford Focus ST
(215/45 R17 W)
on mostly town
for 10,000 spirited miles
Not the most durable, also not cheapest to buy. Everything else very good!
Given 39%
while driving a
Honda Accord
(225/45 R17 W)
on mostly country roads
for 12,000 average miles
I fitted these tires to my accord after the oem yokohamas wore out. I read up & found these had good reviews & were reasonably priced. To sum it up these were awful. On researching further, it seems there are various batches. The german ones seem to be the good ones that are reviewed & score highly. Chinese ones are of a different poorer construction being sold as the same thing. Ones made in Thailand are illegal & dangerous but still sold in various places!
Do a google search or read this below:
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=19551
I would have expected better from Goodyear.
Anyway I took my tires back-luckily the tire dealer accepted the grip was crap. I put more Yokohamas on (& had to pay the extra ?150 never mind) & grip & handling was back to being good again!
Do a google search or read this below:
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?t=19551
I would have expected better from Goodyear.
Anyway I took my tires back-luckily the tire dealer accepted the grip was crap. I put more Yokohamas on (& had to pay the extra ?150 never mind) & grip & handling was back to being good again!