Five year old article on the "15 inch tire problem"

actually, these are $173/ea and they are V-speed rated.

NT555R Drag Tire by Nitto Tires Passenger Tire Size 275/50R15

Cannucky has had these on the rear of his stroked Barracuda for quite a few years.
He really liked them.
Hooked reeaally well.
Drove daily, rain or shine .