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Old May 27, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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GP Cargo Bay

Is the cargo bay in an '06 GP large enough to load 4 Kosei 215/45x17 wheels?
I'm having the car transported and would like to avoid additional cost of shipping wheels separately by loading in cargo bay.

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Old May 27, 2013 | 10:07 AM
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Yes it is. The rear bar might get in your way though.
 
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Old May 27, 2013 | 10:10 AM
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Yes, I have had 4 tires mounted on rims and 4 other rims in my s with the seats down with no problem
 
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Old May 27, 2013 | 01:37 PM
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i have loaded four 215/45/17 on rims in the back with the seat down. gp has no seat but has the bar so maybe be and issue
 
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Old May 27, 2013 | 04:31 PM
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Thank You Everyone

Thanks for the replies regarding GP cargo bay capacity.

The bar may be an obstruction and reduce useable space compared to a regular S with the seats folded. Keep in mind, I only need to load the wheels w/o tires. The wheels are brand-new in boxes.

It may be helpful to remove them from boxes before loading so they clear the bar.
 
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