Vogue is known for making luxury car tires. Whether is there gold strip edition of fat white walls, these tires are some of the favorites amongst celebrities with high end cars. These tires are sleek, classic, and ultra high-performance. It’s no wonder they fall on the higher end of the price spectrum for tires. Getting a pair of second hand Vogue tires isn’t easy since you don’t see a lot of these at salvage yards or used tire shops. Below I’ll discuss where I find used vogue tires near me and the pros and cons or used tire buying.
Map of Used Vogue Tires Near Me
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Used Vogue tires can be hard to come by…while they are a quality tire, they aren’t popular like Michelin or Goodyear. You can also try searching on Google or Yelp.
Who Sells Used Vogue Tires Near Me
There will be a range of places who claim they sell used Vogue’s, but they may not have any on site. When it comes to these luxury treads I advise calling ahead to any place that says they sell them. They types of places that may have them are used tire depots, retreading shops, discount used tire stores, and vehicle junkyards. While It’s not my favorite source of used tires, Ebay and Craigslist can be good for this particular brand.
Now the other place to go for second hand Vogue’s is to the online market. You may pay a liitle bit more, especially if they charge for shipping, but you will often find a higher quality product. It’s often a higher quality because most used tire resellers online do an inspection of the tire before selling it online.
Buying Used Vogue Tires Locally vs Online
I always prefer finding my used tires locally over ordering online, no matter the brand. I would much rather get to feel the tire, measure the tread depth myself, and give it a good roll. It’s also easier in person to find a matched or closely matched set. Plus being I know a few things about how to evaluate a used tire, I can often negotiate the price down a little more.
The trouble with my logic above, is that in the case of used Vogues you just don’t see a lot of them. Used tire salvages are filled with economy brands like Uniroyals. This what will likely led your reused Vogue tire search online. When you find Vogue’s on a site they will have size, load ratings, and tread depth metrics. Some online retailers aren’t very accurate with their tread depth measurements. Every little bit of tread depth matters on a used tire. If you find used Vogue tires on a website, read reviews and testimonials about the company.
How Much Do They Cost
The prices on getting these tires second hand varies since they are ideal fits for SUVís, light trucks, passenger cars, and sport cars. Getting used Vogue’s will save you about 30% to 55% off the original retail price. The cost will then vary based on the quality of the tire. Tread depth, rubber age, size, and the original price all effect the used price. If you are planning on getting a set of these, you may be eligible for a discount.
I have seen this brand go for a few different price points. One of my readers recently got a set of four Vogue Custom Built Radial VIII 215 /50 R17 95V XL GW for $455. Originally they go for about $730…so used he got a 40% discount and they had more then half the tread depth left. Finding a set is really difficult though!! You can find individual used Signature V’s for under $50 a tire. Those brand new are about $115, so that’s about 60% off.
How Much Mileage Can I Expect
Your mileage may vary and that’s because there are two many factors to predict. The biggest indicator of how much mileage is left on a tire is tread depth. To estimate how much mileage you can get, compare the current tread depth to the original manufacturers tread depth. Then take the percentage left and multiple it by how many miles Vogue predicts the original tire would run. That will give you an estimate of how much life is left.
Used Vogue Tires Pro and Cons
Vogue is not a popular brand amongst most consumers, but that has to do with marketing and the price point. The Vogue brand has been around for over 100 years almost since the invention of the automobile. They were also crushing it in the 1990’s being named Consumer digest’s best buy for passenger car tires” awards in 1993,1994,1995, and 1996. You can get some more info on Vogue here.
Vogue makes a great tire and especially if you are seeking white walls or gold stripes. These look great on your ride. Saving some money getting them second hand is probably the biggest benefit of getting them used. Its also ideal if you are at end of your lease and need to replace the tires or if you only need to get one tire. You normally don’t replace just one tire in most circumstances, but if the car is going back in a lease, too bad for them. Now if you are keeping the vehicle you want to find a used tire with some tread depth on it.
The cons of any used tire is that you have no warranty, the tread depth is already worn, and there are no government safety regulations to protect you. Additionally used tires often have a hidden cost; wheel installation and then mounting it.
The Dangers of Second Hand Tires
Getting cheap Vogue tires sounds like a good deal, but not if they are unsafe. You have to properly evaluate any used tire. Tread depth and tire age or two fo your most important considerations. Never buy a tire with 2/32 or less of tread depth (legally bald) and never a tire more then 6 years old. Tread depth affects your ability to stop quickly and tire age affects the stability of the rubber.
Another danger is that some reused Vogue tires are on the market because they had to be repaired with a plug or patch. Depending on the size and location of the puncture it may be OK to consider a tire with a repair. The puncture must be small and on the tread, never on the sidewall!
The other con to used tire buying is trust. It’s hard to trust a sales person when there is nothing preventing them from selling me a bald tire in most states. I have seen it happen near me and it is not cool.
What to Consider When Buying Used Vogue Tires
Tire size is the very first thing you need to ensure you look at when buying tires used or new. the size has to meet the minimum requirements that your vehicle has. It also should be the same exact size as your other tires. The other important measurement you need is the load rating. This is the metric that tells you how much weight the one tire can hold. You need to meet the minimal load rating for your automobile.
Getting The Correct Size
The size of the tire can be found in either your owners manual or in the sticker on the inside of the drivers door. This sticker will also tell you the proper load rating you need.
Next, check the alpha numeric code on the tire’s sidewall to match your vehicles requirements. If you are shopping for just one tire, you can check the other three tires on your vehicle on work off of those numbers.
Once you have the size and load right, you are not done. Next you need to make sure these used sneakers are safe.
Inspect for Quality
There are many things you can do to check a tires safety. Here is my general guide…
- Measurement the tread depth – Only consider 4/32 of an inch or more
- Tire roll test – Roll it on the floor, see if it rolls straight or has a wobble
- Sidewall smoothness test – Feel the sidewall waves in the rubber
- Verify the age – Look at the age code on the sidewall. Older then 6 years in no good
- Check for punctures and repairs- See if the tire has any structural damage
You can read more in-depth safety inspection tips here about how to evaluate a used tire.
This is a buyer beware business. A used tire salesmen will sell water to a whale and will certainly sell you a bald tire if you are willing. There may be some good people out there, but do not assume. Knowing how to evaluate a tire properly and some used tires 101 will help you finding a good set of used Vogues.
Here is a word of advice: If you find a perfectly good Vogue tire brand new, but older then six years…pass on it. I don;t care what the tread depth looks like or if its never been mounted. That’s how risky tire age is
Regular Maintenance After Purchase
So you picked up some classic used Sig V Vogue tires…now what?
With used tires, or any tire you must do routine tire rotation, tire alignment, and balancing. I would also regularly inspect them to make sure they are structurally holding up. You should also test the air pressure to make sure there isn’t a leak. You can find some tire tools here that may be of benefit.
Used Vogue Tires Near Me – Conclusion
Vogue tires are great and I personally use them on my classic cars. If you can get them used with some good tread depth left, you will get a high quality tire at a good price. The most important thing though is never choose price over safety. I don’t care how much it costs, if it is not safe, it is not worth it. It’s important to trust who you are buying used tires from also. Do your research, read testimonials, and call ahead to scope these people out. Since used Vogues are harder to find calling ahead to a used tire retailer is a good idea anyway. Hopefully my experience with used Vogue tires near me has been useful.