Audi Super Tires

Audi Super uses two listed tire sizes across the 1970, 1971, and 1972 model years: 165R13 and 600-13. Both sizes fit 13-inch rims, but they represent different construction eras. The 165R13 products are radial tires, while the 600-13 products are bias-ply tires. Where rim width is specified, 165R13 fits 4.50 to 6.00 inch rims and 600-13 fits 4.00 to 4.50 inch rims.

That means the correct choice for an Audi Super is not just about model year, because both sizes appear through the full production span. Check the wheel width on the car, look at whether the car is already set up for radial or bias-ply tires, and decide whether you want a more period-style presentation or a more modern driving feel. The year listing is the best way to narrow the choice, but the wheel itself remains the final check.

A 600-13 size on an Audi Super is a traditional numeric bias-ply designation. The 600 refers to a nominal 6.00-inch section width, and the 13 is the wheel diameter in inches. In the available Audi Super products, 600-13 is offered as a bias-ply tire on 13-inch rims with a listed rim-width range of 4.00 to 4.50 inches. The available versions use whitewall styling rather than blackwall radial styling.

For an Audi Super owner, that size usually points toward a more period-looking presentation than the metric radial alternative. It also affects wheel compatibility, because the listed rim-width range is narrower than the range shown for 165R13 radials. If the car is being restored to a certain visual era, the 600-13 option may be the right direction, but the owner should still match the tire to the actual wheel width and intended use.

A 1970 Audi Super has two tire sizes listed because the same model year appears with both a 165R13 radial size and a 600-13 bias-ply size. The rim diameter does not change between those two options, since both use 13-inch wheels. The split is primarily a construction and sizing-system difference rather than a wheel-diameter change. The same overlap continues for 1971 and 1972 as well.

That overlap matters because a 1970 Audi Super owner may be choosing between different driving character and appearance rather than simply replacing one exact modern equivalent. Radials generally suit owners who want a later-period road feel, while bias-ply tires suit owners preserving a more traditional look. Before choosing, compare the wheel width on the car with the published rim-width ranges so the selected tire matches both the style goal and the wheel hardware already fitted.

Audi Super does not use one single answer across both listed sizes. The 600-13 bias-ply option requires a tube, while the 165R13 radial products are listed in tubeless radial form. That means tube requirement depends on which size and construction you are fitting to the car. Both sizes use 13-inch rims, but they are not interchangeable in how they are mounted and used.

An Audi Super owner should treat the tube question as part of the full fitment decision, not as an afterthought. If the car is being fitted with 600-13 bias-ply tires for period appearance, plan the installation accordingly and make sure the wheel is appropriate for tube-type service. If the car is on 165R13 radials, confirm the wheel condition and specification before mounting, especially if the wheels have been changed over the years.

Audi Super is listed with both radial and bias-ply choices for 1970 through 1972. The radial option is 165R13, while the crossply or bias-ply option is 600-13. Both fit 13-inch rims, but they differ in construction, wheel-width range, and appearance. The radial offerings are blackwall tires, while the bias-ply offerings shown here use whitewall styling.

The practical choice depends on how the Audi Super will be used and presented. A driver-focused car will often lean toward the radial size, while a more period-styled restoration may favor the bias-ply option. Since the listed rim-width ranges differ, the owner should confirm the wheel width before deciding, then choose the construction type that best supports the car’s intended balance of originality, ride behavior, and visual authenticity.

A radial tire can change how an Audi Super feels on the road because 165R13 radial construction differs fundamentally from 600-13 bias-ply construction. In the available fitments, the radial choice is represented by 13-inch blackwall tires and the bias-ply choice by 13-inch whitewall tires with a narrower listed rim-width range. That construction difference can affect steering response, tracking, ride quality, and overall road feel even when the wheel diameter stays the same.

For an Audi Super owner, that means tire choice should follow the purpose of the car. A car meant for regular pleasure driving may benefit from the manners many owners associate with radials, while a car meant to preserve a distinctly period presentation may feel more appropriate on bias-ply tires. Whichever route you choose, keep all four tires matched in type and size so the chassis is not asked to cope with mixed behavior front to rear.

Mixing crossply and radial tires on an Audi Super is not a good practice because the two constructions behave differently under steering, braking, and cornering loads. The listed Audi Super fitments pair a radial 165R13 option with a bias-ply 600-13 option, but they are presented as separate full-set choices rather than as a mixed arrangement. Even though both use 13-inch rims, construction differences remain the more important factor.

An Audi Super will be easier to sort and safer to evaluate when all four tires match in size family and construction type. If the car already has an unmatched combination from an earlier repair or partial replacement, treat that as a temporary condition only and plan to bring the set back into consistency. That is especially important on a lightly driven collector car, where odd behavior can be overlooked until the car is finally driven at speed.

A 1971 Audi Super can use either 165R13 or 600-13, so the correct tire is confirmed by the wheel and by the construction style you intend to run. Both sizes use 13-inch rims, but the listed rim-width ranges differ: 165R13 radials fit 4.50 to 6.00 inch rims where specified, while 600-13 bias-ply tires fit 4.00 to 4.50 inch rims. The sidewall style also differs, with blackwall radial options and whitewall bias-ply options.

Start by checking the wheel width actually installed on the 1971 Audi Super, then compare that measurement with the tire’s approved rim-width range. After that, decide whether the car is being driven as a road car or restored for a more period-looking presentation. Looking at existing tires can help, but wheel swaps are common on older cars, so the wheel specification matters more than assuming the current tire is correct.

Audi Super tires are available here in several sidewall styles depending on size and construction. The 165R13 radial options are blackwall tires, while the 600-13 bias-ply options are offered in 1.00 inch whitewall and 2.00 inch whitewall versions. That means sidewall appearance is tied directly to the size family you choose. The visual result can be quite different even though all of these tires fit 13-inch wheels.

For an Audi Super restoration, the sidewall choice should support the look you want for the car rather than being treated as a minor cosmetic detail. Blackwall radials typically suit a more European, driver-oriented presentation, while whitewall bias-ply tires create a more period-styled custom or classic look. If the car is being judged or restored to a specific standard, compare the sidewall style against period photos and marque references before finalizing the selection.

Audi Super tires in these listed sizes come from Michelin, Dunlop, and BFGoodrich. Michelin and Dunlop appear in the 165R13 radial category, while BFGoodrich appears in the 600-13 bias-ply category. The Michelin offerings include the XAS and XAS-FF series, the Dunlop radial is the SP Sport Aquajet, and the BFGoodrich bias-ply tires are in the Silvertown Classic Bias Ply series. Brand choice is therefore tied closely to size and construction type.

That matters because an Audi Super owner is often choosing between two different tire philosophies as much as between brands. If the goal is a radial 13-inch fitment, the available choices stay within Michelin and Dunlop. If the goal is a numeric 600-13 bias-ply presentation with whitewall styling, BFGoodrich is the listed path. Pick the brand only after the size, construction, and wheel-width match have already been settled.

Audi Super tires are offered here in several distinct series: Michelin XAS-FF, Michelin XAS, Dunlop SP Sport Aquajet, and BFGoodrich Silvertown Classic Bias Ply. The first three are radial approaches in the 165R13 family, while Silvertown Classic Bias Ply is the traditional bias-ply option in 600-13. That means the differences are not just branding; they also reflect different construction types and visual presentation. Blackwall styling appears with the radial choices, while whitewall styling appears with the listed bias-ply choices.

For an Audi Super owner, tire series selection should follow the broader goal for the car. If originality of feel is less important than later-period radial behavior, the 165R13 radial series deserve attention first. If visual period character and traditional bias-ply construction matter more, the 600-13 Silvertown Classic Bias Ply options better fit that direction. Once the series family is chosen, wheel width and the desired sidewall appearance help narrow the final choice.

An Audi Super should be stored on a clean, dry surface away from direct sunlight, ozone sources, and large temperature swings. Keep the tires properly inflated, avoid long-term contact with petroleum products, and move the car occasionally so one part of the casing is not carrying the load for months at a time. If the car will sit for an extended period, reducing constant stress on the tires is helpful whether the Audi Super is fitted with radial or bias-ply construction.

Collector cars often accumulate very little mileage, so environmental aging becomes as important as tread wear. An Audi Super stored carefully will usually retain more consistent ride quality and fewer cosmetic sidewall issues than one left on a damp floor or in direct sun. If the car is fitted with bias-ply tires, be especially attentive to flat-spotting after storage and allow the car to be driven gently until the tires warm and settle.

Tires on an Audi Super should be inspected at regular intervals even if the car is rarely driven. A visual check before each outing is wise, and a more thorough inspection several times a year should include air pressure, tread condition, sidewall cracking, irregular wear, valve condition, and any sign of impact damage. Because the Audi Super may run either radial 165R13 or bias-ply 600-13 tires, the owner should also watch for mismatched construction or aging patterns across the set.

Regular inspection matters on a collector Audi Super because problems often develop in storage rather than on the road. Cars that sit can lose air, shift on old tires, or hide internal deterioration until the next drive. A good routine is to inspect the tires whenever the car is washed, serviced, or prepared for a longer outing. Catching wear and age issues early helps preserve both safety and the suspension components that depend on stable tire behavior.

Audi Super tires should be replaced when they show age cracking, sidewall damage, repeated air loss, impact injury, deformation, or any sign that the casing is no longer sound, even if the tread still looks usable. Collector-car tires often age out before they wear out, especially on lightly driven cars. That applies to both the 165R13 radial choices and the 600-13 bias-ply choices. Tread depth alone is not a reliable measure of serviceability on an older specialty tire.

The practical rule for an Audi Super owner is to judge the tire as a complete structure, not just as a tread pattern. A car that has spent years parked can have tires that appear attractive but are no longer suitable for real driving. If there is any doubt about cracking, hardening, or internal damage, have the tires evaluated by a specialist familiar with vintage and collector applications. Replacement is far cheaper than damage caused by a tire failure on the road.

Audi Super is listed here with both 165R13 radial and 600-13 bias-ply fitments across 1970 through 1972, so there is not one single tire type attached to every car in the range. The available products also span multiple series, including Michelin XAS-FF, Michelin XAS, Dunlop SP Sport Aquajet, and BFGoodrich Silvertown Classic Bias Ply. That indicates more than one period-appropriate direction depending on how a specific car was equipped or is being restored.

For a serious Audi Super restoration, the best approach is to match the tire to the individual car rather than the model name alone. Period photographs, factory literature, and marque references remain the right tools for confirming whether a particular restoration should wear a radial blackwall or a bias-ply whitewall presentation. Once that decision is made, the listed 13-inch fitments provide the appropriate size families to carry the restoration in the right direction.

Correct tire fitment can absolutely affect how an Audi Super is judged and how convincingly it presents as a restoration. Size, construction type, and sidewall style all change the visual stance of the car, and in this case the available options range from blackwall radials to whitewall bias-ply tires. A 165R13 radial and a 600-13 bias-ply tire may both fit a 13-inch wheel, but they do not create the same period impression. Judges and knowledgeable enthusiasts tend to notice that difference quickly.

For an Audi Super owner concerned with authenticity, tire selection should be treated as part of the restoration strategy rather than a final accessory choice. Marque clubs, factory literature, and period photography are useful references for deciding which look belongs on a specific car. Even outside judged events, correct tire fitment can improve the credibility of the restoration and help the car present as a coherent example of its era rather than a mix of conflicting cues.

Audi Super sidewall choices in the listed sizes include blackwall in 165R13 radial form and both 1.00 inch and 2.00 inch whitewall in 600-13 bias-ply form. The correct choice depends on the restoration direction, because those styles represent clearly different visual treatments. Blackwall usually supports a more European radial presentation, while whitewall bias-ply tires create a more stylized period look. All of them fit 13-inch wheels, but they do not communicate the same historical impression.

A restoration-minded Audi Super owner should decide first whether the car is being returned to a factory-like roadgoing appearance or to a period custom-influenced look. After that, compare the car against period images and marque references to see which sidewall style best matches the intended finish. Sidewall choice has a strong effect on stance and authenticity, so it is worth treating as a major restoration decision rather than as a cosmetic detail made at the end.

Audi Super tires can be suitable for public-road use when the correct size, construction type, and wheel match are chosen and the tires are in proper condition. The listed radial 165R13 options and the listed 600-13 bias-ply options are different kinds of tires, and each should be used as a complete, matched set rather than mixed together. Safety depends on condition, inflation, wheel compatibility, and the overall mechanical state of the car, not just on the fact that the tire size appears in the range.

Before driving an Audi Super on the road, make sure the tires are free from cracking, impact damage, and age-related deterioration, and confirm that the wheel width suits the chosen size. A collector car that sees little use should be checked more carefully than a modern daily driver because hidden age issues are common. If the car has just come out of long storage, a cautious local shakedown is wiser than immediately heading onto faster roads.

Before driving an Audi Super, check tire pressure, visible sidewall condition, tread condition, valve stems, and whether all four tires match in size and construction. Also confirm that the car is not sitting on a mixed set of 165R13 radial and 600-13 bias-ply tires. Because the listed wheel-width ranges differ between those two sizes, it is smart to verify that the wheel and tire pairing still makes sense if the car has changed hands or been restored over time.

Those checks help catch the problems that most often affect lightly used collector cars: underinflation, aging rubber, and mismatched replacements from past service work. An Audi Super that feels vague, pulls, or wanders may have a tire issue just as easily as a suspension issue. Looking over the tires before each drive takes only a few minutes and can prevent unnecessary wear, poor road behavior, and the risk of driving on a tire that has aged past its useful life.

The appropriate speed for an Audi Super depends on the condition, construction, and proper fitment of the tires actually mounted on the car rather than on the model name alone. A correctly fitted set of 165R13 radials in good condition should not be treated the same way as an aging set of bias-ply tires, and no collector tire should be pushed hard simply because the tread appears healthy. Stability, braking, and heat buildup all become more important as speed rises.

A sensible approach for an Audi Super is to drive within the limits of the tire type, the road conditions, and the condition of the complete car. If the car is newly acquired, newly restored, or coming out of storage, begin at modest speeds and evaluate how it tracks, brakes, and responds before attempting longer or faster trips. Smooth inputs and conservative speeds are especially important on older specialty tires, where preserving the casing matters as much as preserving the car.