I really like those older classic B's. Nice score. As for tires, there are about as many opinions of what brand is best as there are people with opinions. The LT advice is absolutely correct, beyond that I would just take all the information in, see where the consensus seems to fall, look at your planned travels with respect to winter driving, gravel roads, etc. and what is available to you locally. Oh, be sure to check the manufacture date on both your old tires and on the ones you plan to buy. Tire people seem to recommend that tires be replaced regardless of wear after about 8 years and I think this is valid advice. I've seen tire dealers selling tires that are already 2 plus years old and I would reject them.
