Rochester & Syracuse, New York
Tires are one of the most expensive purchases you will make for your car. Based on a comparison of common tire sizes, new high-quality tires start around $100 for sedans, $165 for SUVs and $200 for trucks. Although used tires don’t come with the warranty that new tires come with, Hooper’s Tire Outlet sells used tires in Rochester and Syracuse NY and can save hundreds of dollars while still getting the right tires for your vehicle.
Perhaps a question comes to mind, “Are used tires safe?” Sure you might save money, but safety is the number one priority. All used tires are not the same. The general rule is to check for two things: tread depth and damage. If you don’t have a tread depth gauge, place an upside down quarter between the grooves and if Washington’s head is no longer visible, it’s time for a new set. If the tread depth is near the limit of 3/32”, don’t buy them. In reality, 4/32” is cause for consideration. Don’t buy if you see visible signs of damage, deep cuts, irregular wear, bulges, or deformation.
Patching sidewall holes is a gamble, considering they are partly responsible for the strength, durability, and ride quality of a particular tire. If a tire has a damaged sidewall, it needs to be replaced entirely. Hooper’s Tire Outlet (with locations in Rochester and Syracuse) will not repair something like a nail in a sidewall; we will have you look at other, more reliable tires to purchase.
So, are used tires safe? Yes, but only if you buy something with a higher percentage of tread life.
How Long Do Used Tires Last?
Not all makes and brands offer excellent wear life. In most cases, tread life is dependent on many factors including the general condition of the vehicle, driving behavior, the number of miles traveled, and existing road/weather conditions. So the answer to this depends on how you drive your vehicle and where. You might not have any control over the latter, but if you drive carefully and responsibly, you should get a considerable number of miles out of them.
How Do I Choose a Good Set of Used Tires?
We advise not to purchase tires unless there’s at least 7 to 9/32” of tread depth, and higher if you drive a truck or SUV. Anything less than that will shorten the longevity, comfort, and traction.
We’re not saying used tires are always the answer, but the cost savings is hard to deny. The average used tire price at Hooper’s installed is only $45. That’s an average $80 savings per tire vs. new. And our used tires are inspected and tested by our in-house tire specialists and will only be available to you if 50-90% of the tread is left. And at Hoopers, all used tires are backed by our satisfaction guarantee.
Come see us today to purchase cheap tires in Rochester and Syracuse, NY.