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Optional 18's or not?

Old Dec 18, 2005 | 08:01 AM
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I have to tell the dealer by monday if i want to go with the bullit-looking optional polished 18's. He said there is a long wait for that rim.
My question is, how is this combo of the 18's and the 235/50/18 tires? Is it worth the 800 dollar upgrade? Or shoould i just order the 17's and get aftermarket tires and wheels?
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Old Dec 18, 2005 | 09:48 AM
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Go for The Factory 18"s.

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Old Dec 18, 2005 | 10:30 AM
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It all depends, I was able to get a good deal on some wheels on ebay and it cost me alot less

Not to mention you could sell your stock wheels and make some money back
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Old Dec 18, 2005 | 12:05 PM
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Have to chime in, go with the factory 18's. I waited 3 months to get mine and they are well worth it! The combo of Tungsten and the 18in polished bullits is awesome, get compliments all the time!

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Old Dec 18, 2005 | 12:56 PM
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any pics???
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:12 PM
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Sorry took so long to post, had to get picture software first
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:14 PM
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Get the polished 18's.

Look at my signature for pics
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:29 PM
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maybe this one is a little bigger?
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:42 PM
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Get the 18'' wheels, there's no comparison. Delayed my car for weeks, and it was absolutely worth it.

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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:52 PM
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get the 18s!!!!
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 01:54 PM
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Those are the wheels I ordered and everytime I see a picture of them I'm glad I did it. Can't wait for my car to come in and see them in person.
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Old Dec 19, 2005 | 03:04 PM
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Originally posted by jason929rr@December 18, 2005, 7:04 AM
I have to tell the dealer by monday if i want to go with the bullit-looking optional polished 18's. He said there is a long wait for that rim.
My question is, how is this combo of the 18's and the 235/50/18 tires? Is it worth the 800 dollar upgrade? Or shoould i just order the 17's and get aftermarket tires and wheels?
IMO, it depends on what you want for your car. If you can live with the skinny 235 tires, then the $800 upgrade is a deal. But, if you want a wider tire (like a 275 or above), you'll need to swap wheels eventually anyway (to at least 9" wide).
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