Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
I'm really considering one of these here in the states, I've been obsessed ever since they released here, probably going to get a 2017-18 most likely the only years I'll be able to afford lol. Love the color of yours. Thanks for the content.
I just purchased a red 2018 and I'm in love with the car. I watched every video I could for the past couple years until finally pulling the trigger and the car is so much more than I even expected.
As I'm finally back into the Alfa seat after a 40 year hiatus, I am very much enjoying your videos. Dreams of bigger, faster and more powerful things to come, but in the mean time I am loving my 2005 147 Ti 2l Manual more than most can imagine. Alfa Romeo is definitely the car for me, a little unique, somewhat troublesome at times, but looked after, bound to give you many klm's of joy. Previous Alfa was the 1.8 Alfetta - Boxer Engine, twin Del Orto - 1976? that was back in 1982. .
Welcome back! Like I said in one of my videos the Alfa is just like an Italian woman. Spend a little time, spend a little money, and she will reward you handsomely. Ed
I have a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. I replaced the OEM Corso tires at about 8,400 miles. In snow and in rain, I found the Corso tires too dangerous. I'm on my 2nd set of Pilot Sport 4S. I put 255 35 19's in the front and 295 30 19's in the rear. No issues, no rubbing, and better overall ride than from the OEM Corso tires.
Hi Ed, the larger size P4S's look really great fitted on your car. Some videos from USA youtubers have shown the rear tyre to bulge out slightly compared to OE size. Thats a look I personally don't like and not sure why theirs do and yours dont?. I am therefore likely to swap my Michelin Pilot Super Sports for the P4S's next time round. Its good to have someone like yourself talking about the day to day experience of owning this car. Mine too is a daily driver just coming up 10k miles in a year. Its been reliable and is a wonderful car, both to own and drive. Its puzzling why more people have not bought this car, but in a way, it makes it gratifying not to see QF's everywhere - like you do the 'M' cars, and RS's etc..
Another great video Ed. I managed to get the right sized MPS4S' in March from Camskill but nowhere has stock now. Agree, they're a great tyre. May try the GY Eagle F1 Super Sports next and compare them, as they're supposed to be comparable, plus cheaper and easier to source right sizes. For others looking at winter tyres, the Sottozeros are very good but I run Michelin Alpins currently and they're fantastic in the cold, wet and ice. Keep up the good work.
Matt, thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
My mate does have a bad time getting my corsa sricdti 1.7 turbo diesel 130bhp 220nmt on the lift and mines a bit of a rare one don't see a lot of them love your videos don't see many English people doing this keep it up
I put Michelin Pilot A/S 3 on my car, but they don't make the A/S 4 or if the 3 is still available, but if they are I highly recommend them IF you want long life, great grip, and better comfort at the expense of a little loss of sharpness in steering and handling. I live in California so don't need all-season, but they are terrific and look great too.
I don’t have a Giulia QV, just a TI sport Q4, but I put pilot sport 4s on my car and it made it handle as if it was on rails. I love scaring people by pulling insane Gs through every corner. Really does improve the car, I love michelins.
Best tyres currently on the market IMHO. Lots of grip in the wet and progressive in the dry. Really confidence inspiring. The Q4 is all you really need on the road. The QV is way too much but it’s a itch I just had to scratch. 😁 Ed
Did people really correct you on the g thing? You put all this hard work into making a video and that is what they focus on lol...I mean, I took some Italian so I know it's silent but how should anybody else know that and who cares. What a thing to focus on...
@@Back_Road_Hero Oh of course, a friendly correction or two is warranted, but more than that is silly, I think. Thanks for the videos, though. I'm in love with this car lol. I hope the price doesn't skyrocket before next year when I have the money.
hi Ed. TBH I don'r really get it why Alfa made this car RWD. Losing grip has never been easier..And as a result it's almost impossible to achieve claimed 3.9s 0-62 which makes it far behind competition in this field. Most people rather get repeatable ~4.5sec as I see. Furthermore, a standard 2.0 Giulia comes with an AWD which is actually also RWD but with the front drivetrain that adds along when needed. Result - with a slight tune, You can make 4.2-4.3sec 0-62, which is actually the same as the top QV model, but for a half the price. And You don't need most expensive tires either. Just my 5cents ;)
Yes agreed. However it’s not all about off the line. I’m more concerned about mid range acceleration anyway and the Giulia with any engine is superb. Ed
@@Back_Road_Hero yes sure, off the line is an example. But again, 1/4 Mile qv makes in around 11.5sec, whereas people posting on 2.0 forum, make 1/4 in 12.5sec on Veloce, after a slight tune. I know these are only numbers, but I'm simply surprised that Alfa didn't decide to make a bigger gap between these two models. QV should stand out a bit more in my opinion. cherrs Ed, great car for sure!
I'll have a look the next time I need tyres. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
Great video but couldn't quite understand why you went for the wider tyres as mp4s tyres are made in the correct size front and rear as I have them on my Quadrifoglio.
I put on Goodyear formula one Supersport Tyres on mine they are the right size ,and in a Tyre testers opinion there was no differance between the Michelin and the Goodyear?They are brilliant and they are cheaper than the Michelins.
I don't think they will and they're still contained within the arches. No spacers needed. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
I personally think the overly bulbous rear tyres don’t look very good i am sorry to say. I couldn’t get PS4s in the right sizes as there didn’t make them when I bought my tyres. Having had PS4s on various cars and done many miles on both track and road they were my first choice. I tried Goodyear Supersports instead as it’s also a UHPT and they are certainly comparable, actually better in a few key places so I’d certainly recommend those in oem sizes before changing the tyre sizes. Did you check on other issues like speedo accuracy etc?
Perhaps I'll have a look when the time comes. For the moment I can't complain about the +10mm PS4S. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
Good video, but, from an Italian I must tell you that the pronunciation of Quadrifoglio is wrong, you have a good italian accent, but you said “Quadrifolio” non “Quadrifoglio” “gli” is a particular pronunciation, (more similar to a j) To hear the correct pronunciaton you can listen in on google translate but even better if you open an italian video of the Giulia Quadrifoglio to hear an autentic pronunciation.
Hi Enrico. Yes it’s been pointed out to me many times and my future videos are all corrected. I though I’d just leave my early ones unchanged as they were popular. Cheers. Ed
FYI They now make the correct sizes needed for MPS4S - 285/30 R19 98Y & 245/34 R19 93Y just got mine through ATS Euromaster for just shy of £870 fitted all round.
Good to know. They were always made in the correct size but we’re just unobtainable at the time I was looking. TBH I like the extra grip of the slightly wider tyre. Ed
Hi edd I was wondering if I could ask you a question. I have a 68 plate alfa giulia quadrifoglio in december unfortunately I was in a crash .I'm in the middle of ordering the parts but since the crash I've not been able to start the car .I cant get the ignition on my question is it's still in gear will the ignition come on when the button is pressed thanks in advance
Yes the ignition should come on. It just won’t engage the starter. There’s usually a ‘crash fuse’ that might have blown but I don’t know where it’s located on the Giulia. Ed
The factory tyres are Pirelli Corsas. These are a dedicated summer tyre and are severely compromised in wet weather. The MPS4S is probably one of the best all rounder currently on the market. Hope this helps? Ed
Not sure why you’d fit the wrong size when the OEM is available in a range of options, including Michelin and Goodyear? I went for the GY F1 Supersports. Really awesome tyre as well.
Yes the F1 was an option. +10mm isn’t exactly the wrong tyre size though. More rubber available in the dry. I chose the MPS4S mainly as I’m more familiar with them. Maybe I’ll try the F1 next time. Ed
Have had both, in my experience the Goodyears couldn’t match the Michelins in the wet, in the dry they were equally great, less supple but in return a bit more feel
Good to seen an honest review from someone who actually owns the car rather than hiring it for a week. Keep up the good work
Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
I'm really considering one of these here in the states, I've been obsessed ever since they released here, probably going to get a 2017-18 most likely the only years I'll be able to afford lol. Love the color of yours. Thanks for the content.
I just purchased a red 2018 and I'm in love with the car. I watched every video I could for the past couple years until finally pulling the trigger and the car is so much more than I even expected.
Just bought my first Giulia QV, collecting her tomorrow. We are in this together now!!!! Keep up the good work!
Awesome. Enjoy. There’s nothing quite like them. You’ll grin from ear to ear. 🤞👍😎 Ed
I have the 2.0 Q4 Ti sport Giulia (2018)
And this was the 1st mod I did as well! Awesome car!
Best tires on the planet for sports cars/sedans !!!
I totally agree. Thanks for watching and there’s more to come. 👍😁
As I'm finally back into the Alfa seat after a 40 year hiatus, I am very much enjoying your videos. Dreams of bigger, faster and more powerful things to come, but in the mean time I am loving my 2005 147 Ti 2l Manual more than most can imagine. Alfa Romeo is definitely the car for me, a little unique, somewhat troublesome at times, but looked after, bound to give you many klm's of joy. Previous Alfa was the 1.8 Alfetta - Boxer Engine, twin Del Orto - 1976? that was back in 1982. .
Welcome back! Like I said in one of my videos the Alfa is just like an Italian woman. Spend a little time, spend a little money, and she will reward you handsomely. Ed
Subscriber 659 👍🏽👍🏽 I'm getting this car this year, my goal!! And thank u for all the info u give us on this spectacular vehicle!!
Hopefully it will help you make a good decision for a great car. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🙏 Ed
I have a 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. I replaced the OEM Corso tires at about 8,400 miles. In snow and in rain, I found the Corso tires too dangerous. I'm on my 2nd set of Pilot Sport 4S. I put 255 35 19's in the front and 295 30 19's in the rear. No issues, no rubbing, and better overall ride than from the OEM Corso tires.
Hi Ed, the larger size P4S's look really great fitted on your car. Some videos from USA youtubers have shown the rear tyre to bulge out slightly compared to OE size. Thats a look I personally don't like and not sure why theirs do and yours dont?. I am therefore likely to swap my Michelin Pilot Super Sports for the P4S's next time round. Its good to have someone like yourself talking about the day to day experience of owning this car. Mine too is a daily driver just coming up 10k miles in a year. Its been reliable and is a wonderful car, both to own and drive. Its puzzling why more people have not bought this car, but in a way, it makes it gratifying not to see QF's everywhere - like you do the 'M' cars, and RS's etc..
love your Giulia QF and your Rollies mate. will be getting my Giulia QF soon. Anyhow, learning a lot from your vids and really appreciate that.
Thanks Hasra. You’ll love it. Ed
Another great video Ed. I managed to get the right sized MPS4S' in March from Camskill but nowhere has stock now. Agree, they're a great tyre. May try the GY Eagle F1 Super Sports next and compare them, as they're supposed to be comparable, plus cheaper and easier to source right sizes. For others looking at winter tyres, the Sottozeros are very good but I run Michelin Alpins currently and they're fantastic in the cold, wet and ice.
Keep up the good work.
Matt, thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
My mate does have a bad time getting my corsa sricdti 1.7 turbo diesel 130bhp 220nmt on the lift and mines a bit of a rare one don't see a lot of them love your videos don't see many English people doing this keep it up
Thank you.
I put Michelin Pilot A/S 3 on my car, but they don't make the A/S 4 or if the 3 is still available, but if they are I highly recommend them IF you want long life, great grip, and better comfort at the expense of a little loss of sharpness in steering and handling. I live in California so don't need all-season, but they are terrific and look great too.
I'll certainly include them in my next decision. Ed
geez, those are narrow roads -- the very thought of driving my Raptor there makes me squirm haha
Yes UK roads can be extremely narrow. Ed
Nice one mate!
Thanks for the visit. Don't forget to subscribe if not already.
Your channel is making me want one more and more haha.
Glad to hear it. Thanks for the feedback. Gives me encouragement to keep going. Ed
I don’t have a Giulia QV, just a TI sport Q4, but I put pilot sport 4s on my car and it made it handle as if it was on rails. I love scaring people by pulling insane Gs through every corner. Really does improve the car, I love michelins.
Best tyres currently on the market IMHO. Lots of grip in the wet and progressive in the dry. Really confidence inspiring. The Q4 is all you really need on the road. The QV is way too much but it’s a itch I just had to scratch. 😁 Ed
Did people really correct you on the g thing? You put all this hard work into making a video and that is what they focus on lol...I mean, I took some Italian so I know it's silent but how should anybody else know that and who cares. What a thing to focus on...
I appreciate corrections and feedback but when you get 1000 of them it get a little tiring sometimes. I never made that mistake again. 😂😂 Ed
@@Back_Road_Hero Oh of course, a friendly correction or two is warranted, but more than that is silly, I think. Thanks for the videos, though. I'm in love with this car lol. I hope the price doesn't skyrocket before next year when I have the money.
Ps mine is just going up for sale. 😉
hi Ed. TBH I don'r really get it why Alfa made this car RWD. Losing grip has never been easier..And as a result it's almost impossible to achieve claimed 3.9s 0-62 which makes it far behind competition in this field. Most people rather get repeatable ~4.5sec as I see. Furthermore, a standard 2.0 Giulia comes with an AWD which is actually also RWD but with the front drivetrain that adds along when needed. Result - with a slight tune, You can make 4.2-4.3sec 0-62, which is actually the same as the top QV model, but for a half the price. And You don't need most expensive tires either. Just my 5cents ;)
Yes agreed. However it’s not all about off the line. I’m more concerned about mid range acceleration anyway and the Giulia with any engine is superb. Ed
@@Back_Road_Hero yes sure, off the line is an example. But again, 1/4 Mile qv makes in around 11.5sec, whereas people posting on 2.0 forum, make 1/4 in 12.5sec on Veloce, after a slight tune. I know these are only numbers, but I'm simply surprised that Alfa didn't decide to make a bigger gap between these two models. QV should stand out a bit more in my opinion. cherrs Ed, great car for sure!
Nix the Michelin. Been there, done that. Too much road noise. I put on the P Zero PZ4 , great all around handling and no road noise.
I'll have a look the next time I need tyres. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
I drive on pilot SS. Works great.
Thanks for the info. It's the 'devil you know' with the PS4s as it's my 'wet' setup for the race car.
@@Back_Road_Hero my “wet setup” is a towel on the seat and a change of underwear.
I love this car if I could afford Id buy one so will just stick with 2nd best my Lexus GS 450h f sport mk4.
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already. Ed
Great video but couldn't quite understand why you went for the wider tyres as mp4s tyres are made in the correct size front and rear as I have them on my Quadrifoglio.
@@Back_Road_Hero oh that's strange. I got mine via black circles. I'm in England.
@@Back_Road_Hero OK. Thanks for the heads up. Luckily mine only have about 1500 miles on atm.
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I put on Goodyear formula one Supersport Tyres on mine they are the right size ,and in a Tyre testers opinion there was no differance between the Michelin and the Goodyear?They are brilliant and they are cheaper than the Michelins.
I’m going to look at these the next time they’re needed. Thanks for letting me know. Ed
Would like to have seen a better side and rear shot of the new mount. Hopefully there are won’t cause any additional rock chipping. Keep us posted.
I don't think they will and they're still contained within the arches. No spacers needed. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
I personally think the overly bulbous rear tyres don’t look very good i am sorry to say.
I couldn’t get PS4s in the right sizes as there didn’t make them when I bought my tyres. Having had PS4s on various cars and done many miles on both track and road they were my first choice. I tried Goodyear Supersports instead as it’s also a UHPT and they are certainly comparable, actually better in a few key places so I’d certainly recommend those in oem sizes before changing the tyre sizes.
Did you check on other issues like speedo accuracy etc?
Perhaps I'll have a look when the time comes. For the moment I can't complain about the +10mm PS4S. Thanks for watching and commenting. Please would you subscribe if you haven't already? It makes a massive difference to who gets to see the video. Many thanks. Ed
Good video, but, from an Italian I must tell you that the pronunciation of Quadrifoglio is wrong, you have a good italian accent, but you said “Quadrifolio” non “Quadrifoglio”
“gli” is a particular pronunciation, (more similar to a j)
To hear the correct pronunciaton you can listen in on google translate but even better if you open an italian video of the Giulia Quadrifoglio to hear an autentic pronunciation.
Hi Enrico. Yes it’s been pointed out to me many times and my future videos are all corrected. I though I’d just leave my early ones unchanged as they were popular. Cheers. Ed
FYI They now make the correct sizes needed for MPS4S - 285/30 R19 98Y & 245/34 R19 93Y just got mine through ATS Euromaster for just shy of £870 fitted all round.
Good to know. They were always made in the correct size but we’re just unobtainable at the time I was looking. TBH I like the extra grip of the slightly wider tyre. Ed
Hi edd I was wondering if I could ask you a question. I have a 68 plate alfa giulia quadrifoglio in december unfortunately I was in a crash .I'm in the middle of ordering the parts but since the crash I've not been able to start the car .I cant get the ignition on my question is it's still in gear will the ignition come on when the button is pressed thanks in advance
Yes the ignition should come on. It just won’t engage the starter. There’s usually a ‘crash fuse’ that might have blown but I don’t know where it’s located on the Giulia. Ed
@@Back_Road_Hero thanks for the reply ed I've changed the module on the live side of the battery I just cant get the ignition on
It would be nice to know the cost of this tyre update modification.
Prices fluctuate by region. If you’re in the UK just go to black circles. Ed
So how have these tires been after driving on them for awhile now? Any driving characteristic changes?
I’m still super impressed. Handled just as I would have hoped. Ed
Hello. What makes the MPS 4s's better than the factory tires?
The factory tyres are Pirelli Corsas. These are a dedicated summer tyre and are severely compromised in wet weather. The MPS4S is probably one of the best all rounder currently on the market. Hope this helps? Ed
Not sure why you’d fit the wrong size when the OEM is available in a range of options, including Michelin and Goodyear? I went for the GY F1 Supersports. Really awesome tyre as well.
Yes the F1 was an option. +10mm isn’t exactly the wrong tyre size though. More rubber available in the dry. I chose the MPS4S mainly as I’m more familiar with them. Maybe I’ll try the F1 next time. Ed
Have had both, in my experience the Goodyears couldn’t match the Michelins in the wet, in the dry they were equally great, less supple but in return a bit more feel
0:51 No, not Quadro - foglio it's Quadri - foglio.
Yes, I'm Irish not Italian :)
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