I recently bought some new Nexen 3000 high performance tires, 255/45 ZR18 and was a little skeptical about buying 4 since I have only seen little review on them. They ran about $120 per tire. They were replacing the Michelins on my 93' GS300 that were worn out. After having them mounted and balanced, I test drove them under different circumstances. I found that they rode quiet and softer than the Michelins that seem a bit stiffer. I'm quite pleased so far.