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Old 05-11-2007, 07:22 PM
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buying some compomotive mo wheels wondered what size people think is best to go for? i was thinking 15s as im using the standard wheels now and the car sits nice with them on but maybe 16 or 17s will be better?
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17's for looks

16's for real usage(track, fast road, etc...)
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17 for looks 16 for ride and handling
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I've got 17's on my S2 and I have to say 16's would by far be the best choice.
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16's for me all the way mate!
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Standard 15s
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go for 16's
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cheers guys i think the 17s look a bit big and i want the best handling i can get.

there are some 15s on ebay and 17s on ebay but so 16s might go for the 15s
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