1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Tires

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1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Base 225/55ZR16 Z 30 PSI/33 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Base

- Size: Shop 225/55ZR16

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: 30 PSI/33 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL

What tires are best for a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Mercedes-Benz 500SL.

Buy Tires for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's why you should head our way when it's time to put new tires on your  1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for Mercedes-Benz tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you want tire that's made to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find affordable tires that get the job done.

View the tires Mercedes-Benz recommends for 1990 500SLs, plus important information about Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire size, speed rating, and tire pressure. Come to Firestone Complete Auto Care for tires and you'll experience our best service. As one of our tire managers, Ruben, says, “I make sure you know which tire is the best fit for your car, not only for performance but safety.”

Apart from finding the right tire size, you also want to consider a handful of other factors when buying new Mercedes-Benz 500SL tires like where and how you drive, and what tire brand you trust most. If you live in Louisiana, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of Mercedes-Benz 500SL snow tires for one part of the year, and all-season tires for the rest of the year.

Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. Many drivers who live in states that experience all four seasons choose to purchase two sets of tires: one for summer and one for winter. It's one of the best ways to maximize their Mercedes-Benz 500SL's safety and performance from January to December. Other drivers prefer the convenience of all-season tires. They make one trip to the tire shop and they're pretty much ready for rain, light snow, or sun!

Driving style is next on the list to think about when buying tires. Do you like taking your Mercedes-Benz 500SL far away from civilization? Adventuring where other vehicles can't? If you're a diehard off-roader, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't leave the paved path. You'll want strong tires that can take on gravel, sand, stone, and dirt. A larger tire with stiff sidewalls and a wide tread pattern can help prevent punctures and encourage stability in irregular road conditions. But if you plan on sticking around town, a Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire that offers low rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency might be exactly what you want. Talk to a tire technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care for help choosing the best tire for you, or start shopping for Mercedes-Benz 500SL tires online. You're only a few clicks away from finding the right 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire for your needs.

Mercedes-Benz 500SL Tire Brands

You have many great options for Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire brands when you visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. Firestone and Bridgestone are two of the most popular. Firestone tires for Mercedes-Benz 500SLs are always ready to get the job done! The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company was founded in 1900 in Akron, Ohio by Harvey Firestone. He was a boundary-pusher from the start. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started making and testing passenger, truck, and farm tires. Fun fact: in 1908, Firestone's company introduced the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! Thanks to Harvey Firestone, Firestone Tires has been committed to staying ahead of the curve since day one. Firestone now makes about 8,000 different tires for all kinds of vehicles — including tires for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SLs.

Bridgestone is another smart move for Mercedes-Benz 500SL tires. Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan in 1931. His company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas! The company is a global leader in rubber products and tire technology, providing world-class service, tires, and more to communities worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi said, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." What are you waiting for? If you want to drive with peace of mind, buy Bridgestone tires for a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL today!

Mercedes-Benz 500SL Tire Rotation, Repair & More

Firestone Complete Auto Care installs more tires on more cars than most other companies. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Buy 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL tires online and schedule your installation when it's convenient for you. Many stores are open on Saturday and Sunday for your convenience.

1990 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Tire Questions

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Mercedes-Benz 500SL tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Is Mercedes-Benz tire inflation important? Even a tiny decrease in tire pressure could impact your safety and fuel economy. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan.
  • What do the tire sidewall numbers mean for my Mercedes-Benz 500SL? Your tire sidewall numbers tell you the recommended load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to a tire technician to learn how to read Mercedes-Benz tire numbers.
  • How do I check the tread depth on my Mercedes-Benz tires? All you need is a penny. Hold the penny so that Abraham Lincoln is facing you, then place your penny into a tread groove upside down. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Mercedes-Benz 500SL tires.