Question about the C63..

[SoSimpo]

Is it possible to drive in winter ? especially in calgary ?

what kind of winter wheels is recommended ?

is there any problem getting up a hill since its a RWD with 4xx torque

[dj_rice]

:repost:

http://forums.beyond.ca/st/340666/c63amg-or-isf-/

[rage2]

I use Hankook Icebears on my C63 for winter. It's not the greatest snow tire but it does the job in Calgary. The reason I went with them is because it has really good dry/cold traction, which is 70% of our winters.

As for the torque, you know that if you don't floor it, it's not going to make 400+ torque right? ;)

[Blue]

How much was your winter tires ? and did you use the original oem rims ? or after market ?

how good does the c63 handle in snow especially in calgarys weather ?

thanks !

[rage2]

Using OEM wheels. Tirerack can give you a general idea on price.

The grip is decent with the icebears, I never got stuck the last 2 winters. If you want more grip, you can get blizzaks or Pilot alpins, which delivers what feels like twice the grip compared to the icebears. Of course, you'll be sliding all over the place and chewing up the tires when there's no snow on the ground.

[benyl]

Only if you drive fast when dry...

Blizzaks are squishy, but they keep you from getting stuck.

I am thinking of selling my C63 if you are looking for used one.