Compare 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

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1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Mercedes-Benz SL500 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
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 245/45ZR17 Z 30 PSI/33 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 245/40ZR18 Z 33 PSI/ PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base* 275/35ZR18 Z PSI/36 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 245/45ZR17

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: 30 PSI/33 PSI

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 245/40ZR18

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: 33 PSI/ PSI

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Base*

- Size: Shop 275/35ZR18

- Speed Rating: Z

- Inflation F/R: PSI/36 PSI

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

Recommended Tires for Your 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500

What tires are best for a 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Mercedes-Benz SL500.

Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS+
Potenza RE980AS+

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza S007 A RFT
Potenza S007 A RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza S001
Potenza S001

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Potenza Sport

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS
Potenza Sport AS

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A RFT
Potenza RE050A RFT

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE71RS
Potenza RE71RS

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza RACE
Potenza RACE

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90
Blizzak WS90

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Firestone Firehawk AS V2
Firehawk AS V2

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500
Firehawk Indy 500

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
SUREDRIVE Sport
Sport

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES R1R
PROXES R1R

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport A/S
PROXES Sport A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport
PROXES Sport

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance

Affordable 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tires

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's one reason it's a good idea to visit us when you're ready to buy new  1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the tire shop of choice for Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire options. Whether you want tire that's made to handle diverse terrain, improve fuel-efficiency, or take tight corners, you'll find good tires that match your budget.

View the tires Mercedes-Benz recommends for 1999 SL500s, plus important information about Mercedes-Benz SL500 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.”

Beyond the correct tire size, you also want to think about a couple of other things when getting new Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires like which tire brands you like most and where you drive. If you live in Louisiana, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. In Colorado, though, there's a good chance you'll want Mercedes-Benz SL500 snow tires for a good portion of the year, and maybe even all-season tires for year-round comfort and versatility.

When evaluating your driving conditions, think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience. It's not uncommon for drivers in states that experience all four seasons to buy more than one set of tires. one for winter and one for summer. It's a smart way to capitalize on Mercedes-Benz SL500's performance and safety throughout the year. 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!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you enjoy pushing your Mercedes-Benz SL500 to the limits? Adventuring where other vehicles can't? If you're a big off-roading fan you forges paths where others can't, you have very different needs than a long-distance commuter who sticks to the highway. You'll want tires that can stand up to gravel, sand, stone, and dirt. You might want to look at bigger tires with stiffer sidewalls and wider tread patterns to help protect against punctures and maintain balance in irregular road conditions. But if you're comfortable in the city and suburbs, a Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire that offers low rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency might be exactly what you want. Browse Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online or come to your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you. You're only a few clicks away from finding the right 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire for your needs.

Tire Brands for Mercedes-Benz SL500s

You have so many options when it comes to tire brands that work for Mercedes-Benz SL500s. Firestone and Bridgestone are two popular brands. Firestone tires for Mercedes-Benz SL500s always deliver! Harvey Firestone founded the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio in 1900. He was a visionary from the get-go. Firestone recognized the overwhelming potential for automobile tires, so he started producing and testing truck, passenger, and farm tires. The company can be credited for introducing the first all-rubber, non-skid tire in 1908! Thanks to Harvey Firestone, Firestone Tires has been committed to staying ahead of the curve since day one. Firestone is now one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world with 8,000 different tires for a variety of vehicles — including the 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500.

Bridgestone is another top choice for Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires. Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. was founded by Shojiro Ishibashi in Japan in 1931 and merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Bridgestone Tires now has more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas! The company remains an international leader in tire and rubber technology, providing exceptional service, tires, and more to drivers around the world. In the words of founder Shojiro Ishibashi, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." That means you can buy superior quality Bridgestone tires for a 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and drive with peace of mind!

Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Installation & Rotation

Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Buy 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 tires online and schedule your installation when it's convenient for you. Many stores are open late and on weekends to better fit your busy schedule.

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 Tire Questions

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Mercedes-Benz SL500 tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why does Mercedes-Benz tire inflation matter? A small decrease in tire pressure can have a big impact on your driving. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help improve braking time, increase fuel economy, and boost tire lifespan.
  • What do the tire sidewall numbers mean for my Mercedes-Benz SL500? Your tire sidewall gives you information about load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to one of our tire technicians to learn how to read the numbers on your tire!
  • Is there an easy way to check Mercedes-Benz tire tread depth? Stay on top of your tire tread depth to help avoid a dangerous drive. You can check tread depth with 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 SL500 tires.