True White Rubber Not painted. Our sidewalls are crafted using 100% premium-grade white rubber for long-lasting brightness and authenticity.
Handmade in California Each tire is custom-built to order with expert craftsmanship in the USA.
DOT-Approved Radial Delivers a smooth, quiet ride with modern performance and vintage style.
Perfect for Classics & Customs Designed to match your lowrider, vintage, muscle, or luxury vehicle aesthetics.
Built to Order Production time is approximately 2-3 weeks to ensure precision and quality.
Fast & Insured Shipping Ships via FedEx or UPS with tracking. Delivery within 3–5 business days after production.185/65R14 Vitour Galaxy R1 86H 400AA 1.6-Inch Shaved White Wall Tires Set of 4 | Classic Vehicle Fitment
Vitour Galaxy R1 · 185/65R14 · 86H Load/Speed · UTQG 400AA · 1.6-Inch Shaved White Wall · Bias-Look Radial · Complete Set of 4
Wide Classic White Wall Character at a Popular 14-Inch Size
The 185/65R14 Vitour Galaxy R1 shaved whitewall set of 4 with 1.6 inch shaved white wall delivers the boldest and most visible white wall presence in the Galaxy R1 line up a generous 1.6-inch white wall band that creates the wide classic American white wall aesthetic that defines the visual character of American luxury and family sedans from the 1960s through the 1980s.
At 185mm wide in a 65-series profile on a 14 inch rim the Galaxy R1 creates exactly the proportions that classic American and European family sedans from this era were designed for the moderately wide tire with a generous 65-series sidewall and bold 1.6-inch white wall delivering the authentic period-correct visual character that makes a restored classic look genuinely right rather than approximately right.
This listing is for a complete set of 4 tires ready to mount on your 14-inch wheels for a full four-corner white wall installation.
Brand clarification: The Vitour Galaxy R1 is manufactured by Vitour Tire an independent brand specializing in classic and vintage vehicle tires. Vitour Tire is a completely separate company from Vogue Tyre. Alexander’s Tire Services carries both brands Vitour for classic and vintage vehicle applications where period-correct tire sizing and appearance are the priority.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vitour Tire |
| Model | Galaxy R1 |
| Size | 185/65R14 |
| Load Index | 86 |
| Speed Rating | H |
| UTQG Rating | 400AA |
| White Wall Width | 1.6 Inch (Shaved) |
| Construction | Radial |
| Profile | Bias-Look |
| Rim Diameter | 14 Inch |
| Section Width | 185mm |
| Aspect Ratio | 65 Series |
| Sold As | Set of 4 |
Understanding Shaved White Wall Construction
The “shaved” designation on this tire is an important technical distinction and understanding what it means helps explain why shaved white wall tires deliver a different appearance from standard white wall construction.
What shaved white wall means:
The shaved white wall process removes the outer black rubber layer from the sidewall in the white wall area to reveal the white rubber compound beneath that was present in the tire’s original construction. The shaving process creates a clean precise white band with sharp-edged transitions between the white wall area and the black sidewall zones above and below it.
Why shaved white walls look different from standard white walls:
The shaving process creates a slightly recessed white wall band the white surface sits slightly inward relative to the black sidewall rubber because material has been removed. This creates a subtle shadow line at the white to black transitions that many builders and restorers find visually appealing and that gives the white wall a three dimensional quality not present in all white wall constructions.
The 1.6-inch width:
At 1.6 inches the white wall band on this tire is generous and clearly visible substantially wider than the 20mm (approximately 0.79-inch) narrow accent on the 155R15 and 165R15 Galaxy R1 models. The 1.6 inch band delivers the bold classic American white wall aesthetic that suits American market classic vehicles from the post war era through the 1980s.
1.6-Inch vs 20mm Choosing Your White Wall Width
| White Wall Width | Character | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 20mm (0.79 inch) | Narrow refined accent | Lightweight European sports cars |
| 1.6 inch | Bold classic American | American family sedans European luxury |
The 185/65R14 with 1.6-inch white wall is the correct choice for any classic American or European family sedan or luxury car where a bold prominent white wall is appropriate for the vehicle’s original character and era.
Vehicle Fitment 185/65R14
The 185/65R14 is a popular classic and vintage vehicle tire size found on a wide range of American and European vehicles from the 1960s through the 1980s:
Classic American Vehicles:
- Ford Fairlane Falcon Maverick (select years)
- Chevrolet Nova Malibu (select years)
- Buick Skylark Century (select years)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass (select years)
- Dodge Dart Valiant (select years)
- Plymouth Barracuda Duster (select years)
Classic European Vehicles:
- Volvo 140 240 (select years)
- Mercedes-Benz 200 220 (select years)
- BMW 1800 2000 (select years)
- Opel Rekord Kadett (select years)
- Peugeot 504 404 (select years)
- Renault 16 (select years)
Classic Japanese Vehicles:
- Toyota Corona Corolla (select years)
- Datsun Bluebird 510 (select years)
- Mazda 323 626 (select years)
- Honda Accord (early years)
Confirm your vehicle’s original tire specification before ordering. Contact us at 323 455 9357 for fitment confirmation.
Set of 4 What You Receive
This listing delivers a complete set of 4 matched 185/65R14 Vitour Galaxy R1 tires all four tires from the same production batch for consistent white wall width colour and profile across all four corners of your vehicle.
For a complete classic vehicle restoration or build having all four tires from the same batch ensures the most consistent and professional visual result no variation in white wall width or colour between tires that can make a restoration look uneven.
UTQG 400AA What the Rating Means
The UTQG (Uniform Tire Quality Grade) rating of 400AA on the Galaxy R1 tells you three things about this tire’s performance characteristics:
400 Treadwear: A treadwear grade of 400 indicates above-average tread life a tire that wears more slowly than a baseline 100 rated tire for extended service between replacements. For a classic vehicle used for shows weekend drives and occasional longer trips a 400 treadwear rating delivers many years of service.
A Traction: The first A rating indicates very good wet braking traction the tire stops reliably on wet surfaces in standardized government testing.
A Temperature: The second A rating indicates very good temperature resistance the tire dissipates heat effectively under sustained high-speed driving for the speed rating it carries.
Why Buy From Alexander’s Tire Services
Genuine Vitour Galaxy R1 authentic product from authorized distributor not grey market alternatives
Complete set of 4 matched tires from the same production batch for consistent appearance
Free insured shipping on qualifying orders over $1,000 a set of 4 tires typically qualifies
Free fitment confirmation 323 425 9357 before you order if you are uncertain about size
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Classic car expertise we understand the applications these tires serve and can answer specific questions about your vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Vitour the same brand as Vogue?
No Vitour Tire and Vogue Tyre are completely separate and independent companies. Vitour produces classic and vintage vehicle tires. Vogue produces luxury sidewall tires for luxury cars and custom builds. Both brands are available at Alexander’s Tire Services for their respective applications.
Q: What is the difference between shaved white wall and painted white wall?
A shaved white wall removes the outer black rubber layer to reveal genuine white rubber beneath the white is real rubber not paint. A painted white wall applies white coating to the surface of a black tire. Shaved white walls are more durable and more authentic than painted alternatives.
Q: Does this tire come in a set of 2?
This listing is for a set of 4 the most common quantity for a complete vehicle installation. Contact us at 323 425 9357 if you need a set of 2 or a specific quantity.
Q: What rim width does 185/65R14 require?
The 185/65R14 requires a rim width between 5.0 and 6.5 inches for correct fitment. Most 14-inch rims from the vehicles this tire fits fall within this range. Contact us to confirm your specific rim width before ordering.
Q: How long does shipping take?
In-stock orders ship within 1-3 business days with delivery in 3-7 business days via FedEx or UPS fully insured with tracking.
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