R55 15 inch wheels..why no choice?
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15 inch wheels..why no choice?
I was wondering why the Clubman has only one type of 15 " wheel available while the Cooper has a choice from two, both of which I find more appealing? After reading a lot of the posts regarding the 16" run flats and the ride, I opted for the basic, but would have preferred a choice. Has anyone had a dealer swap the cooper 15" onto a clubman?
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Just say 18" on a cooper s and it did not look like a 4x4. It looked like a sports car instead of a wee little car. A 18" rim does not add to width hardley at all.
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Here's what I was referring to. Both cars are running the same coilovers....both are tucking tire about the same amount. Compare the distance of the sideskirts or bumper to the ground. My guess is that the 18" equipped car has a good 1.5-2 inches of additional ground clearance. Honestly I was just joking aroun (hence the smilies)....but figured I'd atleast point out where I was coming from since it's pretty hard to have the lowered look with the big 18s. I've only seen a few people do it successfully.
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Last edited by Rally@StanceDesign; 06-12-2008 at 10:43 AM.
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I missed this part of the question originally. It's definitely worth asking the dealer. It depends on the dealer....but many times they'll be more than willing to swap 15's. They may have a spare set lying around from someone who upgraded to aftermarket wheels or they may be willing to swap with one of the un-sold coopers on the lot. Doesn't hurt to ask
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The reason they don't offer any other 15" wheels is to get you to move up to 16's and 17's...simple tactic..this is why there are more options with one model over the next...might as well and get 18's and lower it...
then you need a body kit...tinted...humm...little carbon fiber here...some over there...maybe some stripes...or some other overlays..crap...why did I come in here?
then you need a body kit...tinted...humm...little carbon fiber here...some over there...maybe some stripes...or some other overlays..crap...why did I come in here?
Last edited by digi0123; 06-12-2008 at 10:58 AM.
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Ask your dealer and see what he says....he may be willing to just swap for ya
Hmmm...I've got the sport seats in my clubman....and it's an option on the spec program.
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My 15" wheels look great, are light weight, clean very easily, and provide a nicely balanced ride. They also take relatively inexpensive regular tires that provide a very supple ride.
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Even as a 15" wheel lover, an owner of a clubman with those 15" wheels installed (temporarily atleast)....I'd agree with the consensus that they're pretty unattractive...the style isn't very flattering for the lines of the car and their width leaves a great deal to be desired.....but the ride is certainly comfy
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Rally, you had to pay for the Clubman's sports seats.
They're standard with the Clubman S.
The cost of options on the Clubman vs. Standard items on the Clubman S brought the prices closer than the base price.
MPG is still a difference.
Hey, wheels are a huge personal preference.
They're standard with the Clubman S.
The cost of options on the Clubman vs. Standard items on the Clubman S brought the prices closer than the base price.
MPG is still a difference.
Hey, wheels are a huge personal preference.
Last edited by DragonWagon; 06-12-2008 at 11:46 AM.
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The reason they don't offer any other 15" wheels is to get you to move up to 16's and 17's...simple tactic..this is why there are more options with one model over the next...might as well and get 18's and lower it...
then you need a body kit...tinted...humm...little carbon fiber here...some over there...maybe some stripes...or some other overlays..crap...why did I come in here?
then you need a body kit...tinted...humm...little carbon fiber here...some over there...maybe some stripes...or some other overlays..crap...why did I come in here?
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