Originally Posted by HoLLo

So these were just regular old skinny tires for a beetle? That blows (no pun intended)

Originally Posted by BrianSF-GA

OP, correct me if I am wrong, but I think he just bought a pair of inexpensive Kumho tires in a "skinny" size not necessarily tires specifically for a VW. I have seen so many similar setups on the street, at the track and in the forums.

Originally Posted by BrianSF-GA

... M/T Sportsman 8 ply fronts here too ... !

As further advice ... race tires do have an "expiration date" ... rule of thumb is 4 years after the date of manufacture. Don't get suckered into buying old, hard race tires whether new or used. The last 4 digits of the TIN (Tire Identification Number) indicates the 2 digit month and 2 digit year of the manufacture date. If you buy used, always ask for a photo of the TIN before buying and, if buying new, be sure they are not NOS (New Old Stock).