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Mar 9, 2003 | 07:15 PM

tradester

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quick question on wheel upgrade

I was wondering if anyone could offer their opinions on the factory-installed 17 inch 5-spoke aluminum wheel upgrade for the WRX I am thinking about. I am planning to get the WRX, which will be used occasionally for long highway trips, but also occasionally for short city (New York) trips. So bumps, potholes, etc. are a factor.

From a road performance and wear & tear standpoint, is it worth getting the upgrade for $1350 extra?

I'm not really interested in aftermarket modifications. Just wanted to find out if this factory upgrade was worth getting.

Thanks very much for any help.

Mar 10, 2003 | 05:34 AM

Luke@tirerack

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the car handles much better with 17's so, I would say "yes" it is a worthwhile upgrade

Mar 11, 2003 | 03:57 AM

Dick Fitzwell

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are you talking about the bbs rims? if you can get them for $1350, i would say definetly do it. wheels and tires seems to be a first mod for a lot of wrx owners with the standard 16" wheel setup. on the other hand, i wouldn't pay 2300+ for the bbs setup, too much $ imho.

Mar 11, 2003 | 11:16 AM

Dexter@tirerack

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I'd go for it also - I do 120 miles/day on 17s on 'rougher than average' roads - and ride difference between 17s and orig. 16s is negligible. Can't beat that price either.

Mar 11, 2003 | 11:57 AM

SC WRX

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I don't think he's talking about the BBS. I think those are off of the JDM Legacy wheels. IMO, you can find more attractive wheels (Rota SDRs) in the aftermarket with better tires (although I don't know which tires come with the 17" dealer upgrade), for less, plus you will still have your stockers to either use as winter tires or to sell.