Well you guys know tons more about rims than I do so here it is. I have been thinking about picking these O.Z. ultraleggera rims up after I get my tax returns.
Offset: 48mm
Backspacing: 6.41"
Bolt Pattern: 5-100
Rec. Tire Size: 215/45-17
Weight: 17.0lbs.

What do you guys think of them? Are they a decent rim? And do you have any other suggestions.
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/oz/swap/oz_ultraleggera_mblk_ci3_l.jpg

offset is bad

way bad

whats so bad about it? Now I tried reading about rims and offset and such, but I need all the help I can get.

You want an offset closer to 35.

I will also be on H&R coilovers, so I do not want rubbing.

And can a spacer help out with the offset in my favor?

Spacers lower the offset, which makes a wheel more flush with the fenders.

So with this 48mm offset that is on the rim will it stick inside the wheel well?

Yes. The placement will look similar to stock wheels.

Well that isnt bad then I suppose. What type of spacer and offset would you recommend?

And the rim itself is of good quality correct. You can bash if you want to lmao.

Find something closer to 40. It'll look better, but they're still tucked in.

OZ wheels are good. I'd rock 'em.

Damn, I fell in love with those rims lol.

Agreed on the offset. Those are some light weight wheels.

So how big of a spacer would I use to make it look a little better. Im sorry for the questions guys im new to the tire game, and you guys are the best to ask.

Maybe a staggered fit. A little wider in the front than in the rear?

I'd recommend 15mm, but I don't trust such large spacers. Just get wheels that fit or put a 5mm on there.

Ro_Ja would you recommend a tire similar to the OZ that I mentioned above?

I'm presuming the wheel is 17x7 or 17x7.5. Either way, the recommended tire size is fine unless you want larger tire (225's).

i had actually really considered these rims before my raderwerks, for the price you can get something much better (If they are still 300+ on Tirerack)

ya 263 a rim now.

ehh they have really gone down in price. I think you'd be the 2-3rd tC with those wheels on these forums

Its so hard finding places that sell quality rims. And I usually have a hard time finding something that I actually like.

It's not hard if you know where to look. Also, many wheel manufacturers have a list of authorized dealers on their site.

Eeww... offset. :doh:
If you're looking at spacers, go with a 15mm up front and a 25mm in the back.
Although I do no condone the use of spacers. Best bet; find an offset closer to +35 or +38.

anyone recomend a couple weebsites besides tirerack.com that has more high quality rims?

anyone recomend a couple weebsites besides tirerack.com that has more high quality rims?

Many wheel manufacturers have a list of authorized dealers on their site.

Just search high end wheel sites, find styles you like, and then use the authorized dealer search.

avoid using spacers

its hard finding rims i like that are similair to that wheel... or maybe im just dumb lol

What's wrong with the OZ wheel you posted? Just a bad offset?

i have the same rims.. love'em...
BTw, they're 17x8's....
the offset aren't too bad....
here's a good website to help you decide on the fitment:
http://www.wheelsmaster.com/rt_specs.jsp

On TireRack, enter the vehicle as a Toyota Celica and you get the same wheels as if you searched under the tC, but with good offsets (35).

thanks for the advice... i wish i would've known that before....

Ro_Ja i owe you big time, thank you. Im hoping I will have no issues rubbing while being dropped about 2-3 inches... am I right about that?

With low & flush offsets, you can't be able to go too low without fender modification. If you seriously want to be 2-3 inches without rolling or pulling your fenders, you'd probably be better off getting them in the 48 offset.

So it would be just like the stock wheel the way it sits? I dont know how low I plan on going with the coilovers, just want it to look good.

Yes, it would look like how the stock wheel sits.

i have the same rims.. love'em...
BTw, they're 17x8's....
the offset aren't too bad....
here's a good website to help you decide on the fitment:
http://www.wheelsmaster.com/rt_specs.jsp

so basically from 215/45/17 tire and a 17x7 with 48 offset to the rim i want which is 17x8 with a 35 offset and a tire that is 205/40/17 it would only stick out .3 inches from stock. I shouldnt have any problem lowering the car correct?

Not unless you want to go LOW.

i dont think i would be going THAT low lmao. Def not like Corey's car haha.

Im bumping this thread for a final decision on these rims. Change the offset to 35 and will run a 215/40-17 tire... Is the combination acceptable? I will be 3.5% slower as compared to a stock wheel and stick out a half an inch further.