Just thought I'd get an idea of the range that people have paid for rims. I've seen people upgrade to nice rims for real cheap on here. Lemme know. I need to upgrade and I wanna get off these stock steel wheels and xA wheel covers I'm rolling on. I am considering just going with the SCION 15 inch rim upgrade for $600 since it'll offer a better ride on the bumpy roads out here.

 

I'm probably gonna buy me a set of rotas ($400-600)....or I might opt for some 5Zigen/Black Racing (@$900)...

 

Yup. Good choice (rota) for very light cast-aluminum wheels in the 15" size which also comes in the smaller offsets you'll need. Oh and the price can't be beat for what you're getting.

 

I managed to snag an inexpensive set of new 16in rims on eBay. A little heavier than I wanted, but think I can live with that since we've no speed demons. But for just a little over $200 (plus $50 shipping) it seemed reasonable.

Originally wanted 17's. But the 40 and 45 profile tires don't give you much leeway for the lousy road conditions around northern NJ. So I'm leaning toward a heavy 215/50 tire which gives me a generous 4.2 in sidewall. They're expensive and there aren't too many brands to choose from in this dimension.

If you want to save a few bucks, you can go with slightly smaller 205/50 size. The Fuzions are a good choice here. If you're on a really tight budget, you might try the Kumho Ecsta 711, but reviews on this tire are mixed. Also note that these are only summer tires. So you will have to switch back to your stock wheels in the winter.

 

I borrowed 18s for free. I win

 

if you haven't already, also look at Yokohama's Avid series of tires in the 215/50 size. I run 215/50/17 Avid T4 on my subaru. Avids are all weather high-performance; they perform very well and fast on smooth and rutted-out fire roads and also surprisingly good in the snow (California snow at least). I imagine they are also available in 16". Just another very affordable option to check out other than Kumho.

 

joe i got you beat, internered and got wheels!

brent

 

Yes, I like Yoko's for their ride and durability. Have them on one of our other cars. Unfortunately none of their tires are available in a 215/50/16. Right now leaning toward the BFG Traction T/A. Another advantage I have is that I can order them from our local Costco. As long as you get your tires mounted there (even if you purchase a brand elsewhere that they don't carry), they will rebalance and rotate your tires at no cost.

 

Paid $600 for 18x7.5 ADR M-Sport. Tires will cost approx. $100 - $150 ea. depending on you're preferred tires.

 

paid 850 for 18x7.5 excel radius with 215/35/18 nankang ns2 tires mounted and balanced to my front door....

 

I paid $650 for exel TZ10 w/ 205/40-17 mounted, blanced, and shipped, back in August. Of course I had my buddies at Auto Innovations spin them to make sure they were balanced properly.

Now I have Buddy Clubs shod w/ NeoGens! :twisted:

 

snagged a sponsorship from kmc and toyo, and grabbed chrome 18's for nada....

 

Wheelguyz.com $649.00 17x7.0 w/205/40/17 tires + free shipping Fed EX!!! :D :D Check my profile for the wheels, plus they many others.

 

I got my 18s BRAND NEW IN BOX for 350. no tax no shipping.