Michelin ZX Tires are high quality Michelin radials for many popular European applications requiring a 13 inch radial tire and authentic styling. These 13 inch radial tires feature Michelin's ZX tread pattern and an S speed rating. The Michelin ZX was the innovative product of years of tire engineering development. This tire evolved from the revolutionary X Radial and brought even more reliability and performance to the tire market. Radial tires held distinct advantages over the bias ply tires of the era with better ride characteristics and much better tread life. Radials also paid off at the fuel pumps with dramatically increased fuel efficiency. The ZX line draws from an incredible legacy of Michelin Classic tires and is available in popular 13- and 15-inch sizes for American and European automobiles.Popular on: 1955-1963, Mercedes Benz 190 SL (W121) 6.40 SR13 87S
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
S Speed Rated: Up to 112 mph (180 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles.
The term "bias look radial" is something that Coker Tire created when we introduced the American Classic bias look radial product line. This means the tire has the appearance and the sizing profiles of a vintage bias ply tire, with modern radial construction. This provides an original look with a smooth ride and longer tread life, compared to bias ply tires. We offer bias look radial tires for vehicles ranging from the 1920's through the 1970's.
Radial Equivalent First Choice: 640R13
Radial EquivalentOptional Choice: 640SR13
Radial Equivalent Optional Choice: 175/80R13
Radial Equivalent Optional Choice: 165/80R13
1953 Allard Palm Beach 21C-4
1964-1968 Amphicar Amphicar Standard
1955-1962 Borgward Isabella SW
1953-1956 Ford Zephyr-Eotta Standard
1957-1964 Ford Mark III Zodiac
1961-1968 Ford Taunus 17M Station Wagon
1965-1968 Ford Taunus 17M/20M
1956-1958 Holden FE Standard
1958-1960 Holden FC Standard
1960-1961 Holden FB Standard
1961-1962 Holden EK Standard
1956-1959 Mercedes-Benz 219 Standard
1953-1962 Mercedes-Benz 180D Standard
1953-1962 Mercedes-Benz 180 Standard
1953-1961 Opel Caravan Station Wagon
1961-1962 Toyota Toyopet Crown Custom
Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world.
Michelin offers a comprehensive range of tires specifically designed for vintage vehicles, combining authentic aesthetics with modern performance and safety standards. Their classic tire lineup includes models such as the MICHELIN X, XAS, and MXV, each catering to different eras and vehicle types. These tires are crafted to replicate the original designs while utilizing contemporary materials to ensure reliability and durability.
Michelin offers the most prestigious line of vintage tires in the world. Incredible innovations through the years are represented with such revered models as the Double Rivet bias ply tires, the X Radial, XWX and the high performing TRX radial tires. The pedigree is of uncompromising performance and reliability and flows through the entire offering of Michelin Classic tires including the vintage race tires such as incredible PB and TB tires.
Michelin's commitment to preserving automotive heritage is evident in their dedication to producing tires that meet the specific needs of classic car owners. By offering a variety of sizes and tread patterns, they ensure that vintage vehicles can maintain their original appearance and performance characteristics.
| Brand | Michelin |
| Load Index | 87 |
| Overall Diameter | 25.3 |
| Radial Aspect Ratio | 95 |
| Rim Diameter | 13 in |
| Rim Width (in) | 4.00 - 5.50 |
| Section Width | 7 |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| SKU | 51030 |
| Spec DOT Approved? | Yes |
| Speed Rating | S |
| Tire Construction | Bias Look Radial |
| Tire Series | ZX |
| Tire Size | 640SR13 87S TL |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Width Bias Look Radial | 6.40 |
