Here is a useful article for determining age of tires. Many of us bought our cars after they sat, so determining the age of the rubber could be a critical safety step. I think the general rule is to go no longer than 5-6 years, or swap earlier due to mileage wear (head of a penny test or visual issues)
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/ ... ireage.jsp
Enough has been posted about tire sizes and brands in other threads, but this is a handy reference for making sure you have got a relatively fresh set that will not put you in the ditch when the tread decides to separate on the next club drive.
detrmining age of tires
detrmining age of tires
Ex 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE, 99 Modena 360, 11 Maserati QPorte S, 08 merc gl550, 67 Cadillac Coupe DeVille Convertible, 2008 Ducati Hypermotard S, 2006 MV Agusta Brutale S, 1991 Ducati 907i.e.