The Avon Tourist is one of the most recognisable classic car tyres ever produced, a design that has been part of British motoring history since the early postwar years.
Avon Tourist Car Tyres
The Avon Tourist is one of the most recognisable classic car tyres ever produced, a design that has been part of British motoring history since the early postwar years.
Known for its traditional crossply construction and distinctive tread pattern, the Tourist offers the authentic look and driving feel that owners of 1940s, 50s, and early 60s cars value so highly. For restorers and enthusiasts seeking a tyre that preserves period correctness while benefiting from modern manufacturing standards, the Avon Tourist remains a trusted and enduring choice.
The Tourist was originally fitted to a wide range of British saloons, sports cars, and light commercials from marques such as Austin, Morris, Ford, Standard, Hillman, and Rover. These vehicles were designed around the characteristics of crossply tyres: a tall sidewall, progressive breakaway, and a supple ride that suits the suspension geometry of the era. The Avon Tourist replicates this experience faithfully, making it ideal for owners who want their classic to drive as it did when new.
Avon continues to produce the Tourist using updated materials and quality control processes, ensuring consistency and reliability while preserving the tyre’s unmistakable vintage appearance. Its traditional tread pattern and sidewall styling make it especially popular for concours restorations, period correct rebuilds, and early postwar cars that simply look “right” on a genuine crossply. Available in a selection of key classic sizes, the Tourist is suitable for everything from small family saloons to larger British tourers.
At Vintage Tyres, we stock the full range of Avon Tourist tyres, all supplied fresh and stored correctly to maintain quality. Whether you’re completing a faithful restoration or keeping a cherished classic on the road, the Tourist offers the perfect blend of heritage styling and dependable everyday usability.