THIS Changes EVERYTHING! - NEW Continental SportContact 7 - Real World Tyre Review
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I've fitted the new Continental SportContact 7 on my Nissan 370Z Nismo, this video has my full review!... Having experienced the Continental SportContact 6 and the Michelin Pilot Sport 4s, have Continental changed the game? Are they really as good as @tyrereviews says? Well, in this semi-vlog style review, I show you my personal experience of this all new tyre!
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** CHAPTERS **
00:00 - Introducing the Continental SportContact 7
00:57 - Hitting The Road - 370Z Nismo
01:23 - The Trouble with the Continental SportContact 6
02:56 - SportContact 7 First Impressions
05:50 - Best Tyre For The 370Z Nismo?
06:24 - SportContact 7 Price Difference?
06:42 - Final Thoughts on the Conti SC7
07:11 - Links To More Tyre Reviews!
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@TyreReviews comparison video is linked in the description!
And here's how we get those impossible camera angles: th-cam.com/video/lolPY-mHjws/w-d-xo.html
Getting Scott at Abbey to fit these to my 370z Nismo today! Can't wait. He's also done the ECUTEK remap as per yours. I'm really looking forward to getting it back. Went with an Invidia Gemini exhaust & HFCs and K&N Typhoon intakes. All done by Scott & Mark. 👍
Excellent video as always Ant! I loved the tire change montage at the beginning, and of course the excellent camerawork and editing continued throughout! It’s amazing what a difference new tires and even different generations of the same tires can make isn’t it?
Thanks Elliott! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Yeah, this generation of the SportContact is definitely a step up on the previous. And I do love a new set of tyres 😁
i like how u reviewed and how the feeling is right
Mr unique, just down the road from me. A good few years ago I remember you and your son stopping and having a chat while I was working on my Honda s2000. I always spot your car when I'm heading to see my parents by grundy. Your car looks immaculate👍👍👍
Yeah, I remember!! I got to drive an S2000 recently. Amazing cars! Thanks for dropping a comment! Great to hear from you 🤙
Banger content! Really interesting topic as I’m a MPS4S user myself.
Thanks so much! Yeah, I think it's partly about preferences for tyres... Do check out the TyreReviews.com video in the description. That's a much more objective comparison.
Special mention for the amazing camera angles and smooth transitions. This video is perhaps your slickest so far.
@@aslangt4137 thank you! Trying to learn with each video... They say to find your feet on TH-cam you need to make 100 crappy videos to start with, each less crappy than the last... This is number 81 😜
@AslanGT p.s. what I learned from this one is take more time to structure what I'm going to say in advance, to avoid repetition.
I have the CSC7s and agree on all fronts. They are comfortable enough, amazing in both the dry and wet and I couldn't be happier with them. They are the top choice and have knocked the Michelin PS4S of their perch - and they are cheaper than the michelins too. What's not to like?
I have them and find that they have seriously loud tire noise
The SC6s were worse... But both 6s and 7s are a sports tyre so not intended for quiet, comfortable motoring... Although, I don't find them to be that bad. The PS4S is the more all round tyre, if you don't mind sacrificing a bit (not much) of sportiness for a quieter ride... Depends on if it's a daily and if quiet is important to you.
@@sportzntouring they are on my daily Golf Gti 7.5, 19 inch rims and they make this very strange “whirring” sound at 110km/h. There were SC6s on the car when i got it and i never had this noise, but once i put the 7s on it was noticeable and its making me not want conti’s again.
Thank you for the fast reply
That's odd. I've not experienced that. I'm sorry you've had that experience. Hope you find the right tyre for you.
Which one is louder? SC7 or PS4s?
These tires are the best great grip nice driving
Thank You! 🙏
Let's go! 4k soon!!
Working on it 👍
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@@sportzntouring 🤙🤙
The wear on these is quite high, they fall short by around 30-40% from the michelin ps4s. Having said that it has loads of grip dry/wet and inspires confidence(maybe even a bit too much in the wet hehe). If it was a bit cheaper i would choose it over the michelins anytime, but atm atleast in my country it's not THAT much cheaper to have a set every 1 season and a half or 2 seasons.
That's great feedback! Thanks for giving everyone this update!
Great video!
I am tempted to go for these ones for my 350z and I need to get rid off my GoddYear F1 assymetric 5 that has been absolutely horrible in the zed.
I hope you can help me with some advise between Falken Fk520, these contis, the Michelin PS5 or any other you can through in the mix to make my life more difficult.
Great content! Keep up the good job
Jonathan
@@jonathanblanco3100 thank you.
I'm no expert. My go to place is the Tyre Reviews TH-cam channel and website. Well worth checking out!
@@sportzntouring Thank you Ant. I have watched the review in Tyre Reviews but I am still not fully clear. Just from your experience, how did they wear? Did they last? Thanks
@@jonathanblanco3100 I think I've put 6000 miles on them so far. I think they're at 5mm but can't check right now as the car is away at present. Their wear is reviewed at 70% compared to 82% for the PS5. I'd say if it's your daily and wear is a concern, it might be worth researching tyres with slower wear rates. Obviously that may mean sacrificing performance.
Hi ant great video and comments on the csc7 you've had them on for a few months now,
Can you please give your judgement on how many miles have you done so far ?
and do they still feel good ?
And what is the ware like so far on these ,
Thanks
Hey Jason, I'm not actually sure what miles I've put on them 😊
But they still feel great. Loving them just as much. I'm even thinking I'll put them on the R8 if I can find the sizes.
@@sportzntouring
Lol Yeah I can believe that 👍
R8 4wd it will be like glue on the road 👌
I've just found a dealer that is doing the csc6 in my size at a very low price and cannot make my mind up now which one to get now csc6 or the csc7 ?
But I think i have already answered that question myself 🤔
I have A large 4wd saloon and
I've been on kumho le sport for ages and want to go back to continental as I waa brought up around the company and I haven't had them on a car for over 20 years
It depends on whether you want comfort or responsiveness. If it's comfort, I'd say PS4S has the edge... But overall performance then the SC7.
Great review, how many K,'s or miles will they do, cheers
Thanks! I'm not sure as I've only just had them fitted but that may be covered either in the TyreReviews video linked in the description or on their website. The thing is, it all depends on how you drive, what car they're on and the geo setup you're running. So it's going to be hard to say except relative to other tyres based on a set test cycle.
This needs to come to the US
Oh! Is the 7 not available there yet?
@@sportzntouring can't find them in the US
Have these on golf gti make the car more fun to drive than it already is, it did have kumho & pirelli but chucked them away and fitted they'd contis all round all be it in the wider size 235 35 19s the car feels much better ideal 👆👀
@@drummerdad1459 awesome! Yeah, I like them a lot. Enjoy!!
Nice work. 👍🏾Unfortunately I'm going to have to mix tyres on the M4 as have 6mm of tread on the front.
Ouch! Mixing tyres 😬
What must be must be.
@@sportzntouring ...needs must Im affraid , changed a rear in Feb (puncture). Would you run one new PS4S and 3 mm PS4S or get two new Conti's on the rear to save money...just asking?
Honestly, I'm in the fortunate position that I can just change all the tyres. That's what I did in the video. So, I wouldn't compromise. But I appreciate that not everyone can do that. So, I would get advice from a tyre specialist.
You lucky bugger! I have the CSC6 on my modded 350z and LOVE them ✅
Yeah, they are great tyres. Underrated in my opinion. The 7s are an evolutionary step. Love them just a bit more :-)
@@sportzntouring I totally agree, the SC6 have the 4S turned over as per Tyre Reviews for outright grip and sporty feel.
Have the PS4's on my winter wheels and that's where they'll stay 😀
@@daveyofyeshua check out the wet performance of the 7s in the TyreReviews link in the description... You'll want them on both sets 😁
@@daveyofyeshua oh, and if you've not seen it, I've a feeling you'll like this video... th-cam.com/video/szZCattS-QM/w-d-xo.html
(Some stunning classic Nissan's at the GTR Heritage Centre and a great story)
@@sportzntouring oh very much so. I'll take a look, nice one pal - fantastic uploads ✅
What size did you go on the 7s
I went with the stock sizes for the Nismo: 245/40R19s at the front, and 285/35R19s at the rear. I try to avoid messing with the balance of the car by changing up sizes (or risk rubbing as it's lowered). Speed and load ratings as per stock too.
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed the video 😁
Can the conti 7 be purchased in USA? Are they even out?
They're available to buy in the UK... I bought them independently from the tyre shop in the video. Whether they're available in the US or not yet, I'm not sure. My guess is they should be.
They're OE tires so if any new car comes with them equipped in the US, the size will be available. Right now there's only two Maseratis that have them. Continental says more sizes available in the later half of 2023.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing that! Good to know!
Would you recommend them for a F30 BMW? I like to take corners fast. The Turanza T004 I got now feel really sluggish when doing that.
I'd say watch the Tyre Reviews channel regarding OEM tyres. If BMW developed an OEM variant with a given brand, they may be the better option as the OEM variant tyre is optimised for that car. Otherwise, my only advice is... It's trial and error beyond that.
The thing is BMW only use Run Flat tires. As I dislike them this isn't an option. Anyway thanks for the hints.
@@fabiusmaximuscunctator7390 I hope you find the tyre for you!
Thx mate! I might try the Continental.
I'm quite bothered by comfort! But these are intriguing. I'd take more turn in over ps4s though I'm used to them now so it's just normal...
How was noise ignoring comfort?
Indeed, each to their own needs and preferences. This is why I tried to give my thoughts so everyone can decide. Noise was subjectively better than the 6s but I think the PS4S wins only marginally on comfort and noise. If you've not seen it, do watch the TyreReviews channel's comparison linked in the description before deciding to try them. The 7's dry performance is impressive but wet performance is outstanding! Check it out
@@sportzntouring yeh watched that video. It's amazing what conti have achieved, tbh used to write them off as a joke tyre company but they are serious and this shows it.
@@peterwood2633 to be fair, the 6's were very competent. Ran those on the Z and the R8 before. I've got PS4S's on the R8 now... I'm thinking I'll try the 7s on that when the time comes.
@@sportzntouring contis were always slated by BMW crowds to wear out very quickly. Rubber made of cheese etc 😂
@@peterwood2633 ha ha!!
To be fair, Ant 🐜, I wouldn't need to go for a high performance top end tyre simply because of what my car is... which is definitely not a Sports Tourer. However, having decent rubber is important.
Question: @0:33 a lesser-spotted Jensen Interceptor Coupé came into the shot..... yes or no?
Good vlog and advice 👍.
I do believe it is 😁
@@sportzntouring A very rare bird indeed. A brief research tells me that only 38 remain.
@@grahamnutt8958 wow!!! That's incredible!
@@sportzntouring in order to help get your Channel out there I suggest you send in an edited 📽 to Robin Hood Dashcam......
Or just a photo ......
You will get credited for that very rare car spot and, if it helps, tell him that I sent you his way....
I've submitted several clips for a friend - KentAudit - that feature in his footage occasionally. Also recommended another bloke.....
Gadget Meister as I happen to be on good terms with him.
Hope that helps 🐜 Ant.
@@grahamnutt8958 thanks for the suggestion Graham. I'll take a look and see if it's likely to be a compatible audience. It's a tricky one, because if lots of people take a quick look and stop watching soon into a video, that actually hurts the channel. So, if it's the wrong audience, it can hurt more than help.
Im considering moving away from Michelin SS on my Z4 m40i too Conti 7s.
Personally although standard equipment is the SS and people say there good i find it breaks traction far to easily when at low speed and accelerating hard. So hoping the 7 will help solve this issue
I've no experience of the Michelin SS. Let us know how the 7s work out for you. One thing to consider is OE tyres. They're often a slightly different variant as an OE tyre. There's a good video on OE Vs generic version tyres on the TyreReviews channel.
@sportzntouring ye I did catch that video. I do sense a little bias toward Michelin tyres not that I'm against Michelin I mean I'd love the new Michelin PSS5 but as yet its not available in broader range of sizes.....yet
I'm very curious about the S5s
0:34 A Jensen Interceptor... No, i don't think so, what is that beauty please ? Ok I got it, a Jensen Coupé ! What a lovely car.
It really is!!
Are they lasting longer than the SC6s?
I'll be honest, I've not been keeping track. TyreReviews.com will be the place to look I think.
I bought some komoran tyres once instead of the usual continental had them on for 100 miles they made the car feel terrible to drive. All cars should have to have the recommended tyre fitted as when new
You say that but, the Nismo in this video came with Dunlops, but these Continentals really blew them out of the water so that's not always true. It depends.
How is the wear on your tires? Are they still on your car?
Yes, they are. I've done about 5000 miles since then I think.
@@sportzntouring And what about wear? How much of the tread is left?
@@sportzntouring And how does it compare to PS4S?
I've not been tracking the wear. I don't daily either car so I they've got lots of tread left.
The TyreReviews channel has done some testing in this area so worth checking them out 😁
Do they need a break in? Like 500 miles as usual?
I was told, 20 miles is enough to scrub the outer coating. I did 100-ish miles and found them fantastic from there.
@@sportzntouring Thanks!
hello this tyres have protec side alloy wheels?
I'm not sure what you're asking. If it's about sizes, it's best to check with your local continental dealer.
@@sportzntouring i ask the side tyre that protect the alloys because in autodoc say that the continental 7 sport contact dont have protect alloy
@@carlosmateus1306 I'm not aware of tyres that protect the alloy... Do you mean because of how the sidewall sits with either the rim recessed or flush? Or are you asking about run flats?
@@sportzntouring yes sidewall tyre protect
@@sportzntouring Pilot Sport 4s would have you covered for that.
I bought the continental sport contact 7 on my leon Cupra after 500km the tires are already well worn it's weird
Without any context about whether you've had your alignment checked when fitted, or how you've driven or where (road/track?) it's hard to know what to make of that. Can you say more?
@@sportzntouring I only did very fast mountain pass road on a Leon Cupra my geometry and very good but the sidewalls of the tires are rather soft in intensive use they wear out too quickly despite the low temperature 15 degrees on the track I give cheap of their lives the goodyear F1 supersport and a better solution better steering and firmer the continental sport contact 7 s wears out like the Bridgestone potenza sport too quickly
@@fredericdonier6109 thanks for the info! Good to know! One day, if tyre companies sponsor me with the tyres rather than just buying them myself, I will be able to justify full tests, including wear and lifespan. Thanks for updating us.
@@sportzntouring I tried today the good year F1 supersport really disappointed after the continental sport contact 7 the tires make noise in the turns and the power does not pass on the ground I will put my continental sport contact 7 back on even if the wear and fast on the less it holds power very well
No 205/60/16 size for my Honda :(
Ahhh, so sorry to hear that!
Put them on my type r 245x40x18 they look like balloons lol with 35psi in them seem to have soft side walls disappointed
Sorry to hear the look isn't for you. That's the same size as the fronts on mine and I can't say that's how mine looked. I hope the sensation of grip makes up for it.
Continental said...... the cheque is in the mail ??
Ha ha! I wish! No, this was a completely independent review. I paid for the tyres.
Sc7 for my FK8?
Please check the sizes with your supplier. And, read the comments as not everyone has liked these. As I explain in the video, there are trade offs for the sporty feel, i.e. comfort. For some, that's important.
@@sportzntouring I studied some hours yesterday about the right tires. I will take the Contis 7 because of a lot of reasons. They are good in dry and wet weather, handling is the same as the 6ers but they are now slightly more comfy AND if I wanne make very quick corners they will keep the lane. I drive defensively and they will not wear out until I have 20.000km on it. I have now 25k and they are still in good shape, but after a very long road trip to scandinavia they are finished (in scandinavia streets are out of rocks and eat the rubber a lot, they need this baucause of Ice and such). Still noticing the wheel chaos in first three gears over 4000rpm but safety reasons are more important to me. I never liked the Contis but I should not like safety features but appreciate them.
I had these fitted and now for sale of my E90. Gone back to ps4s. Biggest mistake I made
Really? What didn't you like about them?
Interesting? I want to try them on my E93 M3!!!
I'm driving with SportContact7 for a first time. I've been driving for a month now and today I ordered a new set of tyres for my car, that's how bad this tyre is! First of all - it's extremely hard, like unpleasantly hard. And second and most important - this tyre doesn't have a grip in rainy weather, like no grip at all. I slipped yesterday with 20 km/h and nothing could stop me. I parked my car and waiting for my new tyres. Don't buy this junk.
Thanks for the feedback.
Interesting that your wet weather experience isn't consistent with either my experience or that of TyreReviews. In their rigorous tests, it out performed just about everything in its class... Beating the PS4S on dry and wet weather grip.
As for comfort - as I said, the tyre is harsher than the PS4S, but you get a more responsive feel. It's a trade off. I do also say that if comfort is your priority, the PS4S is slightly better.
What did you buy instead?
@@sportzntouring The last three years I was driving with 4S, I saw that the SC7 is a newer model I decided to try it, as all of the tests said the tyre is great etc. well it's not. I never had issues with 4S, I only drove 500 km with SC7 and I'm selling it, I have never in my life drove with such a bad tyre like the SC7.
Well, these things are somewhat subjective. From what you've said, you value comfort quite highly and in that case, the 4S is the better tyre for you. But, I do trust the rigor of TyreReviews objective testing where they compare side by side at the limit, including in the wet, where the SC7 was the better performing tyre. But, the subjective part, whether one person likes the feel or not and what trade offs you're willing to accept... is down to the individual preferences. Sorry to hear it wasn't the tyre for you.
Down to the driver not the car 😂
I found the opposite, I had to use the 30 day guarantee on Michelins I bought to replace some Continental SC tyres… went straight back and bought some new Conti’s. The Michelin were a very comfortable tyre but they felt indirect and squishy without any of the quick turn in I’d taken for granted with the Conti’s. I can see how some people would like the comfort of the Michelin and not mind the vagueness, but it wasn’t for me.
Terrible tire wear. I've just gone through a set on an A45 in 12,000 km.
What tyres did you have before and how many km did they last? Did you have your alignment done when you swapped them over? Was there any additional spirited or track driving in the last 12k km?
@@sportzntouring PS4S previously. 36000kms. No track. Wife's car. 50% highway use. Perfect alignment. Swapped front to rear at 5000kms. (as good as PS4S for wet and dry grip btw)
Interesting. Based on TyreReviews testing (on their TH-cam channel and ratings on TyreReviews.com) the wet and dry grip is better on the SC7s. Wear is rated slightly lower but not that much lower. I've not noticed any severe wear on mine. But, at the end of the day, I can't disagree with your personal experience... I'm am, however, surprised as it doesn't align with mine or TyreReviews' findings.
Too bad their sizing sucks.
Couldn't find your sizes?
@@sportzntouring 275/35/R18 for my MKIV Supra ... not found.
Not really sure you know what you're talking about.
At 7:12 I agree with you and explain where to get a real expert's opinion 😁
@@sportzntouring Thanks. And sorry, I'm still sore about the loss of Quentin Wilson's astute consumer reviews on old Top Gear.
Well, at least you know I'm not trying to be an expert, just an enthusiast sharing my experiences. 😉
I hope I don't meet anybody like you on the road..... you should be on a track driving like that.
Really? If I was on track, I'd be pushing. That was very tame driving based on the abilities of the car and myself... Keep in mind that exhaust sound and wide angle lenses can give the impression of greater speeds 😉