215/70 R15 Tyres
The 215/70 R15 tyre size is a key fitment on highperformance GTs and luxury sports cars from the late 1960s through to the 1980s.
Maxxis MA-1 20mm WSW 215/70R15 98S 215/70 R15 Classic Tyres
The 215/70 R15 tyre size is a key fitment on high-performance GTs and luxury sports cars from the late 1960s through to the 1980s. With its generous width, tall sidewall, and refined ride characteristics, it delivers the stability, grip, and road presence that these powerful classics were engineered around. For owners looking to maintain originality while benefiting from modern tyre technology, 215/70 R15 remains the definitive choice.
Which Cars Fit 215/70 R15 Tyres?
This size is famously associated with some of the most desirable Italian exotics ever built. The Lamborghini Miura and Jarama, along with the Maserati Ghibli, Khamsin, Merak, and Bora, all relied on 215/70 R15 tyres to put their substantial power to the road with confidence. The combination of width and sidewall height gives these cars their characteristic stance and high-speed stability, making the correct tyre essential for both appearance and performance.
Beyond the Italian marques, this size was also used on the Jaguar XJ12 and XJS, where it contributes to the cars’ refined ride and long-legged touring ability. The dramatic Panther De Ville also adopted this size, taking advantage of its ability to support large, heavy luxury bodies while maintaining smooth, composed handling.
At Vintage Tyres, we offer a carefully curated selection of 215/70 R15 tyres from trusted manufacturers, ensuring the right balance of period-correct appearance, modern grip, and dependable durability. Whether you’re restoring a Miura to concours standard or preparing an XJS for regular road use, you’ll find a tyre that suits your needs.
All our tyres are fresh stock, stored correctly, and ready for prompt dispatch. Explore our full range of 215/70 R15 tyres and give your classic the stability, confidence, and elegance it deserves.