does this look right?

[zach_morris]

I bought the car from the dealership with these 20 inch wheels. My issue is that I think the car looks much too tall with them. I have included pictures so you can see what I mean. I think they look quite good on the car, but as I said they also make it look clumsy. I also threw in some pics for the hell of it so you can see what I have done so far. (Im going to fix the Cupra Lip)

I am interested in lightweight 18's to get better overall performance, whether it be braking, steering...whatever, but with some research I found very contradicting opinions. Some said they didn't notice any difference at all with lighter wheels and some said they did. Can anyone here attest to that?

Also, I would like your opinions on the look, does it look "tall" or do you like it? And has anyone lowered a b7 with 20's (20x8.5) with just springs? or is that fender suicide? Your opinions will greatly affect the path I am going to take whether its too keep the wheels and try to lower it, or buy new wheels and lower it.

I am a newer member and have used the notorious "search" but if this is a tired topic, I am sorry.

I am also painting my rear valence to a satin black but going about it differently than others have done. I can post a DIY thread if there is still any interest.

[Stormin]

Going to lighter wheels will provide a noticeable difference in handling/acceleration/braking. You just have to make sure that you get wheels that are strong enough to handle the weight of your car and the roads that you drive on. (I've seen some wicked cracked wheels thanks to potholes and heavy cars)

I think that 18's are just right on an S4 and I'm all about things that make the car faster. Just my 2 cents.




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[MOFSTEEL]

Lighter wheels= Improved fuel economy, improved ride (unsprung mass), and better braking.

Your wheels dont look bad but I would suggest going with a coilover if you're going to keep them so you can adjust your ride height accordingly. With springs your going to be screwed if you rub and you wont enjoy the ride.

BTW, welcome to AZ.

[A4A4A4]

If you're going to lower it (which I would recommend) go with coilovers instead of springs. Bilstein makes a good coilover in the PSS9 but they're a little pricey. A good, cheaper, option is Stasis Street Sports.

Good luck and welcome to AZ

[FastB7S4]

20's usually look too big, but some 20's look ok. Yours look ok because the lip makes the wheel look a little smaller than it is. Like MOF said, you should lower it. It'll look much better. Not sure if I like those particular wheels, though.

[WaySloS4]

The 20's would look great on an A/S8 or maybe even 6, but in an A/S4 they are a tad to big. Personally i think 19's are perfect on these cars, but 18's look every bit as good.
As far as the wight thing, i can't attest as the 19's i put on my B5 weighed the same as the stock 17's, but the height diff. made no noticeable difference. Beautiful car BTW!! And welcome to AZ!

[zach_morris]

So I guess right now its the Ultralegera's. Unless they make a lightweight rs4 knockoff. (i wish)

[Fuffler]

What is the tire size?

[oatzel]

Ok, well I'm glad that other people agree with me. I mean, alot of people think they look "pimp". Those people also drive m3's.

So I guess right now its the Ultralegera's. Unless they make a lightweight rs4 knockoff. (i wish)
Anyone recommend any other lightweight wheels for me?

BTW MOFSTEEL, is that zach_morris? ;)

hartman made a forged rs4-style wheel. maybe you can find a used set

[Stormin]

^If I remember right, they are out of the forged ones...

But it never hurts to ask: 425-895-0000

[Rommulus]

I think the wheels look sweet! Just get some coils and you'll be good to go.