Extramile Tire Reimbursement

I just swapped the OEM Integrity's for Michelin Harmony's at the local Toyota dealer. They measured 2/32nds at 30,000 miles. I ran them into the ground by running them at the standard recommended air pressure. They sure didn't last long. I was extremely disappointed at the choices available in the program. Four measley tire options: The Harmony, the Integrity, and two others that will go unmentioned because frankly I can't remember their names, much less the manufacturer. Don't get me wrong, I love the price of the Harmony's (after the reinbursement), but I would really have liked to have more choices ( Michelin Hydroedge or Goodyear Comfortred). I figure that I have already paid for these tires somewhere in the purchase price. My Prius came directly off the lot with no pre-order or waiting time, so I took the package and options listed with no haggling. I just wish Toyota could expand the options to include the really top of the line tires. My main pet peeve is road noise, and the Harmony's are almost as noisy as the Integrity's.

 

It is a part of the Extra Mile Package. As long as I had the tires rotated every 5000 miles at a Toyota dealer, I am reimbursed for the cost of the tires up to $200 per tire + $17 per tire for installation. It is a good deal, even though I'm sure it was reflected in the purchase price somewhere, but simply one with limited options. I am supposed to receive a check for $580 in 2-4 weeks. I had to submit this post quickly due to an impending server crash (those dreaded everyone off the net now kind of things). I have been computerless for two days now. That may explain why the post made little sense, or I could just be less than bright. Take your pick. I usually don't post often because I'm a sensitive sort and hate to be flamed. It has happened on this forum before, so I while I read almost everything here, I don't have much to say. Besides, most questions and topics are thoroughly covered, and everything I know about the Prius comes from the good folks here.

 

I could have sprung for Comfortreds myself. It just seemed wasteful and out of the question. Oh well, I will get a better set of tires next time. Loud riding till then.