Introduced in 1968, Pirelli’s first steel-belted radial was its entry into the new world of high-speed rated, low-profile tyres. Intended for high-performance and GT cars, it launched in 185HR14 as fitted to the Fiat Dino, and even became a successful competition tyre in early 1970s rallying. Further development saw lower profiles added to the range, with the ‘Serie 70’ tyres intended for BMWs sporting saloons, as well as the highly-advanced 215/60WR15 for the Porsche 911.

The period-correct, zany tread design of the CN36 survives to this day, now made in modern materials by Pirelli. There is a wide range of sizes, catering for original period fitments for many cars, as well as offering the potential to upgrade some period cars to a lower-profile alternative (especially the MGB and many Alfa Romeos).

It can be fitted as a radial alternative for the following cars: Austin Healey 100, 100/6 and 3000; Daimler Dart; MGA and TD/TF; Triumph TR2/3/4; Renault Fregate; and Peugeot 403 and 404.

This is a tubeless radial classic tyre.