Are run flat tyres a good idea?

I am looking to order a new BMW X3 2.0d SE. Would you recommend run-flat tyres?

Asked on 4 August 2011 by barryellis

Answered by Honest John
Yes because you never get stuck on a hard shoulder where you can get killed and where I nearly did get killed.
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