Black80XSA
New member
Needing a new set of front boots, i thought i'd give one of my three local OPCs a call for a price - give them a chance for some business in these hard times 'n' all.
Give them their due, they took the detailas and rang me back within 15 minutes, which is about 3 days better than they've achieved on any previous enquiries of mine.
So how much for 2 front tyres - Michelin Pilot Sport 2 - 235/35/19 N1
Ahem... £594 !!
So thats 40% more expensive than my local and trusted tyre depot. Ok there are no capaccinos or pastries on offer, but my local allows me to see my wheels from start to finish, they have the proper kit for the job, and at £82 per tyre cheaper i can have a weekend away on the savings.
No offer of any price matching opportunity from this OPC.
Give them their due, they took the detailas and rang me back within 15 minutes, which is about 3 days better than they've achieved on any previous enquiries of mine.
So how much for 2 front tyres - Michelin Pilot Sport 2 - 235/35/19 N1
Ahem... £594 !!
So thats 40% more expensive than my local and trusted tyre depot. Ok there are no capaccinos or pastries on offer, but my local allows me to see my wheels from start to finish, they have the proper kit for the job, and at £82 per tyre cheaper i can have a weekend away on the savings.
No offer of any price matching opportunity from this OPC.