last post about tyres (honest) - general altimax?

[harrylime]

I have posted a couple of times about changing the Pirelli 245/50/17 tyres on my 99 Ls 400 DHP wheels, as they are very expensive. Having considered changing the tyre size (which would cost me 5 new tyres to get a matching spare), I have found an alternative tyre that seems to fit the bill, with a 99Y rating. It is a General Altimax Sport, which comes in the original size. It is the only tyre to do so, other than runflats or winter tyres. Has anyone got any experience of these tyres please? I am struggling to find independent reviews, I believe they are American, but I have seen General tyres on some decent cars on TV, e.g. on the Fantomworks programme. I’d be very grateful for any feedback ( I’ll try to make this my last post about tyres)