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Old 02-12-2010 | 06:32 AM
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I know i want 8 wide in the front and 9 in the rear. But for everday uses what do you perfer and why? I know 17's won't ride as harsh as 18's, but is there that big of a difference?
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Old 02-12-2010 | 06:37 AM
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I'd say go with 17's for daily driving. There's also a lot of tire options with 17's as compared to 18's. In the end its all personal preference.
Old 02-13-2010 | 11:53 AM
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I agree with the 17" for a daily drive. They are going to ride better and be less likely to get damaged.
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Old 02-13-2010 | 12:14 PM
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I DD 18's over shit roads with 0 problems. Plus I think the 18's look better IMO.

It's all personal preference anyway.
Old 02-13-2010 | 05:14 PM
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No performance benefits to 18s, and you'll pay more for the wheels themselves and for tires every single time you need a new set.

Personally, I think 17s look better, too, but that's purely subjective of course.
Old 02-15-2010 | 06:02 AM
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Okay thanks for the replies, I'm gonna wait more towards summer and put winter tires on the stock wheels.
Old 02-16-2010 | 08:59 PM
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I think the only 18" wheels that look good on an S are BBS LMs and those type of mesh rims with a faaaat lip.
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