The Vitour Galaxy R1 tires receive mixed reviews, with most customers appreciating their value and suitability for vintage cars, particularly Volkswagens.
The Vitour Galaxy R1 tires are generally well-received, particularly by owners of classic cars seeking period-correct appearance at an affordable price. They offer a smooth, quiet ride and are praised for their fit on vintage vehicles. However, some users have experienced issues with the durability of the whitewall finish, which may be a concern for those prioritizing long-lasting aesthetics.
Positive highlights
Excellent fit and appearance for vintage cars, especially VWs. Good value for money, significantly cheaper than some alternatives. Correct size options available for older vehicles. Versatile profile and good performance.
Negative highlights
Issues with whitewalls scratching and peeling easily. Concerns about the durability of the whitewall finish.
Scorecard
Dry
4.4
Wet
4.2
Winter
3
Comfort
4.6
Noise
4.4
Treadwear
4
6 SimpleTire reviews
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5
Verified Customer
Oct 30, 2023
Can't beat them
Bought these a few years ago for my Karmann Ghia, and I truly cannot be more satisfied. They are the correct size for vintage VW's (155 not 165) and absolutely fit the looks. They're inexpensive and ride superb for these old cars, any radial tire made today is going to be better than what these cars had on them in the past. Tires in these applications on old VW's are not stressed at all and these are perfectly matched! 100% highly recommend...screw coker, don't listen to them, you don't need 'em just get these!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Tristan
5
Pontiac Firebird 1988 Trans Am
Verified Customer
May 19, 2021
Great value and well made!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Paul
5
Verified Customer
May 21, 2019
Great tire for our 1974 VW Super Beetle Cabriolet. If you are trying to find and excellent white wall tire that was in vogue during those years...this is the tire for you!
Vitour Galaxy R1
Size: P165/80R15
Part Number: PGAWR165C15TH0
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tiresLess than 5,000
Driving habitConfident
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Ed
4
Verified Customer
Nov 22, 2018
I love these tires. Installed a set on a 1960 Cadillac Fleetwood. The thread design is modern, high performance summer, and the whitewall is wide enough. They ride very smooth and road noise is zero. Way better and cheaper than Cokers. Best choice for older cars needing whitewalls.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tiresLess than 5,000
Driving habitCautious
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
3
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Dana
4.5
Verified Customer
Feb 4, 2018
Great buying experience. Tires for my old beetle have become very hard to find and cost over $100 each when special ordered. I was getting desperate with no spare and 4 balding damaged and plugged tires when I found simpletire. They had four tires that would fit and my only problem was deciding which to buy.Because beetles run with tires at low pressure to increase the footprint for better handling; they require a strong stiff sidewall to avoid cracking. I would like to have had some advice on this but when I called they were unable to advise me since they deal with so many brands and suppliers. After some research on line I finally chose the Galaxy R1 from Vitour due to their versatile profile and great price at just over $50 each and FREE SHIPPING! They arrived in 2 days at my postal service where I picked them up and went to a local tire service to have them mounted and balanced. The charge was a whopping $10 each! I am now riding on safe new rubber and have my best old tire as a spare all for less than the price of 2new tires special ordered from the place that used to stock them ( big O). So far so good and I see no signs of stress on the sidewalls or tread separation that have been problems when forced to buy used tires in the past.
Vitour's Galaxy R1 is an all-season passenger tire that offers solid traction on wet and dry surfaces. While a solid center rib ensures high stability and improved handling at high speeds, the Galaxy R1's optimized tread design can deliver a comfortable and quiet ride by lowering road noises and vibrations. Additionally, the Galaxy R1 utilizes four wide grooves that get rid of water easily to reduce the risk of hydroplaning.
Features & Benefits
Designed for use on passenger vehicles
Great traction on dry, wet, and light wintry surfaces thanks to an all-season rubber compound
Solid center rib for high speed stability and precise handling
Quiet and comfortable ride due to optimized tread design
Four wide circumferential grooves minimize hydroplaning