I got a puncture yesterday in my 18" low profile tyre, ending up with a large screw in the centre of the front tyre. Being 10 miles from home but only a mile from a Kwik Fit centre, I decided to drive this short distance to get it repaired. I managed to get there with the tyre still partly inflated so not damaged. Unfortunately, a repair was tried but unsuccessful due to the size of the screw. It was very large. I had no option therefore than have a new tyre fitted. I was offered a Dunlop SP Sport 01 for £186 or a Hakook K120 at £220. I was shocked at these prices as my last set of Barum tyres cost £100 each fitted. I think it's obvious which tyre I selected. I cannot complain about the service, which was fine, but the prices are something else.
On my return home I decided to check out the prices Kwik Fit offer on line. I was shocked when I discovered the Dunlop is £120.99 and the Hankook is £108.99. I felt truly ripped off.
I have decided to write to Kwik Fit to query their policy on this as I an unhappy about being ripped off for the sum of £65.
After this experience I am now looking at the cost of a spare wheel.