Original size for cars and trucks ranging from Aston Martin to Willys. Used extensively in the 30's, 40's and beyond for American and European vehicles.Features:Pre-siped tread for superior performance Made in USA.
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.
1934-1937 Auburn Standard
1934-1935 Buick 40 Standard
1937-1939 Chevrolet Deluxe
1937-1940 Chevrolet Master/Master 85
1940-1942 Chevrolet Special Deluxe
1940-1942 Chevrolet Master Deluxe
1946-1948 Chevrolet Series 1500 Stylemaster
1946-1948 Chevrolet Station Wagon, 1500 FJ/2100
1935-1936 Chrysler 6-AS-C-7 Standard
1937-1942 Chrysler 6-Royal & Windsor Standard
1935 Desoto 6SF Standard
1936-1942 Desoto 6-Standard
1933-1942 Dodge D Six Standard
1946-1947 Dodge Custom 6 Standard
1933 Essex 8 cylinder Standard
1935-1942 Ford V8
1946-1951 Ford 8-DL Standard
1934-1940 Graham Standard
1939-1941 Graham 80 Standard
1941 Graham Supercharger
1936 Hotchkiss 615
1935-1947 Hudson Six
1936-1938 Hudson Series Custom Six
1946-1947 Hudson 6/8-Super Standard
1934-1939 Hupmobile 6-Standard
1935-1940 Lafayette 6 cylinder Standard
1936-1940 Nash LAFAYETTE
1937-1942 Nash 6-Ambassador Standard
1946-1947 Nash Ambassador 600
1935 Oldsmobile F-35 Standard
1939-1942 Oldsmobile Standard
1940-1942 Oldsmobile Special-Series 66 OR 68
1946-1947 Oldsmobile Special 24259
1948 Oldsmobile Deluxe 24259
1940 Packard 6-1800 Standard
1933-1942 Plymouth Model P-Six
1935-1938 Pontiac 6 cylinder Standard
1939-1941 Pontiac Deluxe
1946-1947 Pontiac Streamliner
1941-1948 Pontiac Torpedo
1935-1936 Reo Standard
1935-1937 Studebaker 6-Dictator Standard
1938-1942 Studebaker 6-Commander Standard
1933-1934 Terraplane 8 Standard
1935-1938 Terraplane 6-Standard
1934-1938 Terraplane DELUXE-SERIES
1933 Willys Standard
1941 Willys Deluxe Standard
1948 Willys CJ-2A Jeep 4
1950-1952 Willys Jeep CJ-3A
1953 Willys Jeep CJ-3B
1955 Willys CJ-5
1959 Willys Universal Jeep Standard
1951-1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 C Coupe
1953 Allard Sport JZX-8
1946-1951 Alvis TA14 Standard
1950-1954 Aston Martin DB2
1951-1954 Aston Martin Mark I Standard
1955-1957 Aston Martin DB2 Mark II
1957-1959 Aston Martin DB Mark III
1951-1957 Aston Martin DB2-4
1958-1962 Aston Martin DB4
1960-1962 Aston Martin DB 4 Convertible
1960-1962 Aston Martin DB 4 Saloon
1955-1960 BMW 507 Standard
1954-1955 Bristol 404 Early Saloon
1959-1961 Bristol 406 Standard
1961-1963 Bristol 407 Standard
1963-1966 Bristol 408 Standard
1965-1967 Bristol 409 Standard
1933-1935 Citroen Light 12/Big 12
1957-1962 DKW Cross Country Standard
1953 Ferrari 340 Mexico
1954-1958 Ferrari 375 America
1954-1958 Ferrari 250 Europa
1954-1958 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
1948-1961 Jaguar XK 120
1954-1961 Jaguar XK 140
1955-1961 Jaguar XK 150
1952-1958 Jensen Interceptor Standard
1948-1979 Land Rover SI, SII, SIII
1955-1957 Maserati A6-G2000 Standard
1955-1956 Maserati Sports 300S
1957-1959 Maserati 300S/450S Standard
1953-1957 Riley Pathfinder
1957-1966 Rover 88 Land Rover
1935-1936 Singer 16
1953-1955 Standard Vanguard II Standard
1955-1956 Standard Vanguard Diesel
1936 Triumph Gloria 6
1953-1955 Triumph Renown Standard
Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
The Lester Tire Company, founded by Tom Lester in the 1960s, became a prominent supplier in the vintage tire market. Originally named "Lincoln Highway," the company developed a reputation for producing high-quality tires suitable for both pre-war and post-war vehicles. Their products featured a pre-siped ribbed tread design, offering a smooth and quiet ride, and their classic sidewall styling became popular among classic car enthusiasts.
In 1982, Universal Vintage Tire Company acquired the assets of the Lester Tire Company, expanding their selection of vintage tires. At the time of acquisition, Lester Tire was an influential leader in the development and sales of antique and classic car tires. The addition of the Lester tire molds allowed Universal to create an inventory of tire sizes unparalleled elsewhere in the world.
Today, Lester tires continue to be available through Universal Vintage Tire, catering to the needs of classic car enthusiasts seeking authentic and reliable tire options for their vintage vehicles. The enduring legacy of the Lester Tire Company reflects its significant contribution to the preservation and enjoyment of classic automobiles.
Lester tires are manufactured in authentic molds, using bias ply construction. We offer the Lester Tire brand in nearly 40 sizes, ranging from the Brass Era into the 1960's. Rim diameters range from 14 to 23 inches in conventional bias ply tires, and we also offer two High Pressure tires in the Lester brand. There are many Pre-War fitments, such as the classic 600-16 size, but we also offer hard-to-find sizes for 17 and 18 inch wheels from the 1930's. Scroll through the many sizes and styles and find the right fit for your classic car.
| Brand | Lester |
| Rim Diameter | 16 in |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| SKU | 65805 |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Tire Series | Lester Classic |
| Tire Size | 600-16 |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Width Bias Ply | 6.00 |
