From Coker Tire / defining 185R14 tire size:

“ This classic whitewall tyre is an excellent replacement radial for Mercedes Heckflosse models. The high aspect ratio (80 series) gives them a taller profile, and the German style tread design is authentic for 1960s and '70s cars.”

BenT

> On Nov 19, 2019, at 5:53 AM, Karl Ploessl <karl.ploessl@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I have a disagreement on someone on facebook. I thought 185R14 has an
> aspect ratio of 82 but he maintains that it is 80! Who is right?! Any
> source material?
> 
> Karl.