Pauldfs

Thanks for all of the advice. I've read a lot about the Bridgestone LS-Zs and they sound like the best bet. Thanks for all of the help.

I'm not shooting for a ride exactly like the LS, because I do enjoy the sporty feel. I just mentioned the LS to illustrate what I meant by softer and quieter. I think I mostly just want to cut down on the road noise that the Toyos currently give me. Thanks for the advice.

Yeah, I was figuring that going from the 235/45ZR17 to the 235/55R17 size would make my speedometer pretty much dead on. I've heard the the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S, Pirelli PZero Nero, or Falken 512 are all very quiet, smooth tires. The Michelins sound like they're more performance oriented than I'm looking far. Does anyone know a better set for road noise and smoothness, or are those the best?

My tires are getting close to needing to be replaced on my 01 GS430 and I want a set that is quieter and softer than the Toyos on it now. I was thinking of going to a tire with a thicker sidewall to help the cause (in addition to correcting my speedometer which is currently showing 75 when I'm actually going 70). Any suggestions on brand/size. I currently have the stock 17's on the car and I noticed that the LS430 rolls on 225/55R17 size tires. Would this be a good size to achieve a more LS-like ride? Thanks for the help.