View Full Version : how will aftermarket 17" wheels on B7 A4 look?
sjh_vn
04-14-2007, 11:59 PM
I have stock 17" wheels and tires on my car.
If i only change the wheels and use the stock tires, will they look too small?
Please post the pictures if anybody has them.
Any ideas and suggestions are welcome.
Thanks in advance.
Coker Rat
04-15-2007, 12:25 AM
get 18's or greater, sorry
redhott06
04-15-2007, 12:30 AM
yea i wouldnt even bother getting 17inch aftermarket wheels, at least 18's..!
n00bys3v3n
04-15-2007, 12:35 AM
get 18's or greater, sorry
here here! A4's look sh1t hot w/ 19 or 18's
To sjh_vn: I'm saving my money so I can get 19's and tires...for now the 5 double spoke (stock) wheels look pretty good!
go bigger..or keep your stock. If you have not drop the car, then do that first. The stock looks good with a nice drop and spacers. Then, when you want to upgrade to a bigger size wheel, everything is set already. IMO rims with stock suspension looks funny.
sjh_vn
04-15-2007, 01:47 AM
wow thanks everybody!!
I guess dropping my car is the first thing to do.
how much should I expect to spend on a set of springs and getting them installed at a body shop?
just wondering, does the stock suspension look that ugly? lol i better go take a look at it.
n00bys3v3n
04-15-2007, 03:27 AM
coilovers are the best suspension out there...but they're more expensive than springs, but you'll get a more sporty ride. check em out!
Coker Rat
04-15-2007, 03:48 AM
sjh_vn check out the B7 FAQ guide
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=105668
davis449
04-15-2007, 09:01 AM
These cars dwarf rims, so I would definitely go bigger. At least 18". That's what I have, and as good as they look, I think 19's would look better.
gyroscope
04-15-2007, 11:04 AM
You'll have more understeer with a bigger wheel. I'm going to be fitting my 17x8 Rx's with 1/2 incch spacers. Smaller wheel=less rotating mass=faster car
Coilovers actually drop the control arms too low giving you negative camber. Not ideal for everyday driving, but great on the track.
quattshot
04-15-2007, 11:30 AM
You'll have more understeer with a bigger wheel. I'm going to be fitting my 17x8 Rx's with 1/2 incch spacers. Smaller wheel=less rotating mass=faster car
Coilovers actually drop the control arms too low giving you negative camber. Not ideal for everyday driving, but great on the track.
I'd loveto see some 17x9's custom wheels. That would be sick!
Also, coilovers are fine, just watch how low you go so the camber is not too aggressive for dail driving.
Types Cnversion
04-16-2007, 04:59 PM
get 18+
sliverwagon
04-16-2007, 05:28 PM
17's might look too small but that all up to you and your money situation...I think that it will look good and be better for performance then 18's or 19's
yamatoii
04-16-2007, 10:18 PM
you guys are bad.... i am planning to get 17 inches o.z. ultraleggra.... now im all wanting them 18 inches......more money to save up....
sjh_vn
04-17-2007, 12:55 AM
you guys are bad.... i am planning to get 17 inches o.z. ultraleggra.... now im all wanting them 18 inches......more money to save up....
same here.. plus i need to lower my car lol
sean8989
04-17-2007, 02:21 AM
i was in same position, but i looked around and find a nice deal on a set of 18s with brand new tires so i got em.
You were probably thinking of getting 17s to keep stock wheels huh?
i thought same thing but, good deals pop up when your patient.