I'm looking for a set of wheels to throw snow tires on. All I care about is that they clear the brakes and wheel wells. The smaller diameter, the better (since tires will be cheaper). Will a set of Ford wheels or any other wheels from another car (nissan or toyota) w/ 5x4.5 (114.3) fit, and clear the brakes?

TIA.

 

I doubt you will find wheels from other manufacturers that will fit the STi. Between the odd offset and huge brakes, you're stuck with OEM and STi-intended aftermarket wheels. Fortunately, you can get a plethora of 17x7.5 Subaru specific wheels that clear the brakes for as little as $280 a set if you look around and aren't picky about weight or looks. But for barely more than that, you can look for used Rotas, and have a wide selection of perfectly fitting wheels that will probably come in a style and color you will like, plus you can easily sell them later if you decide you don't want or need them anymore.

 

What he said... ASA's from tire rack are the cheapest I know of...