The 01 T5 I just bought has the base 16's and they need new tires bad. I'd really like to upsize, but I can't convince the wife to let me spend the $ right now since I mainly bought the car to drive to work. So, I'm stuck with the 16's for now. I've searched through a few threads and it seems like some say to stick with a 225 width, but some run 235 and 245. What sizes can you run without rubbing on the stock wheels?
Thanks guys!

 

I have an '01 T5 w/ 17" wheels and I HATE them.

Harsh ride, easy to bend a wheel on bad roads, no decent long-mileage tires available reasonably priced.

I actually downsized from 235/45-17 to 215/50-17 (same rolling diameter) to get rid of trammelling where tires follow every road irregularity.

The 215s Hankook V12 evo K110 are GREAT. I don't notice less grip.

Still, I'd prefer 16" wheels and tires.

Bob

 

Maybe you guys should switch. ??

 

HAHA! No doubt! Where ya located Bob??!

 

If I hadn't just mounted the new tires yesterday, I'd say "Let's DO it."

Mounted tires/wheels cost more to ship.

South of Dallas if you want to discuss the idea.

Bob

 

pm'ed you.

 

Hi alter the tires. They should be in good condition as they grip the vehicle... You can easily find them in any online stores...