Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 review
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry grip and consistent thermal stability for enthusiasts. While it excels in spirited driving and HPDE sessions, users note that it requires significant heat to reach optimal performance and is poorly suited for cold or wet conditions.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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Themes extracted from 148 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry grip and consistent thermal stability for enthusiasts. While it excels in spirited driving and HPDE sessions, users note that it requires significant heat to reach optimal performance and is poorly suited for cold or wet conditions. It is frequently praised as a cost-effective, durable alternative to more expensive track-oriented tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and consistent performance during long track sessions.
- High thermal stability with minimal 'greasy' fall-off when pushed hard.
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium competitors.
- Predictable handling and progressive breakaway characteristics at the limit.
- Surprisingly good road manners and noise levels for an extreme performance tire.
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance and high risk of hydroplaning in standing water.
- Requires significant warm-up time; performance is lackluster in temperatures below 60°F.
- Short tread life, particularly when subjected to aggressive track use or heavy vehicles.
- Persistent supply chain issues and nationwide backorders.
- Shallow initial tread depth limits total usable life.
Worth knowing
- Owners of heavy, high-horsepower vehicles like the Camaro ZL1 and BMW M3 report rapid rear tire wear but appreciate the tire's ability to manage high torque.
- Users note that the tire runs wider than other brands in the same size, which can affect fitment and clearance on some setups.
- The tire is frequently cited as the 'gold standard' for the 6th Gen Camaro 1LE platform, with many users noting it is specifically engineered for that vehicle's chassis.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs Cup 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 vs 3R vs Toyo R888R · 305/30 R19
3rd of 5
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 5 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 5 |
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 220 AA A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi |
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