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R56 Alternate for Potenza 205/40R18

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Old May 10, 2010 | 06:32 PM
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Alternate for Potenza 205/40R18

Greetings!

My '07 S has the optional 18" rims and originally came with the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A 205/40R18 run flats. From what I can tell from TireRack, these tires have been discontinued. In terms of 205/40R18, there seems to be a limited number of choices. However, 215/40R18 seems to be a popular size.

Today I was at the dealer for an oil change, and they said 215/40R18 would probably fit and they have seen 215s on 17" rims. When I bought the car, I know they had to adjust the hard stops for the steering for the 18" rims. Will 215/40R18s fit? Any other recommendations?

Somewhat related, will the rims fit any 215/40R18? Or am I married to run flats?

Inputs greatly appreciated!

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Don
 
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Old May 10, 2010 | 06:39 PM
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Well yes they will fit on the wheels. Will they not rub on your MINI maybe it depends on the offset but this would be a better question for the wheel and tire section.
 
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Old May 10, 2010 | 06:45 PM
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Porthos - Not sure how I mised the tire forum, but will repost over there.

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Don
 
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