For those that have bought winter tires... Has it made a significant difference in driving? I realize that they will be somewhat better than the stock contis, but with the smart being so light weight; is the difference that much?
The winter tire package from the stealership is pushing $1100.00

and this is for winter contis that aren't ranked that high. I would like to go with something less expensive and better (X-Ice) but we are really limited in choices by tire size. I know some have changed tire sizes to accomodate what is available, but I don't want to mess with smarts delicate computer wizardry.