R50/53 Will 16" wheels diminish the cool look of the aero kit?

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Jul 20, 2003 | 02:42 PM

Mopiko

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Dark Grey/Black top MCS ordered.
I am thinking about cancelling the sport package and get the aero kit instead. Want to stick with the 16" (getting the R90 16" wheels) for its handling. But will the 16" wheels diminish the cool look of the aero kit? Or should I go with the 17"???

Jul 20, 2003 | 03:02 PM

nfo

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the 16's will look just as good if you ask me!

Jul 23, 2003 | 07:06 AM

mexminime

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I agree, being such a small car, 16 inch rims look very good.

Jul 23, 2003 | 08:06 AM

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In general the performance of the 16" rims will be better than the 17"s. If you want better handling then non runflats would be an option. The appearance of the aerokit with the 16s are fine. I have seen great looking 16" aftermarket rims that look like they are 17". What helps is that the car is dropped about an inch but then the ride is stiffer as a result. H-sport and eibach springs are common. Some people like HR or coilovers.