mitymouse Posted December 17, 2004 Share Posted December 17, 2004 I have a 1999 GS300, everything is stock, current wheels/tires are 215/60HR16. I'd like to go up to 245/24VR18's. Does this seem like it would be to big a wheel for this car? Would I lose a lot of fuel economy going from a 215 to a 245? Any other issues I need to be concerned with when wheel/tire upgradi? I found a tire size calculator on the net so I can make sure the size doesn't throwoff my speedometer. I realize I would lose some of the cushiony ride but I am willing to give that up for the tighter handling. I'd like to find a used set of Lexus 18's. The 16" Lexus wheels I currently have are chrome (including the spare) and I think I might be able to sell them to recoup some of the cost for the 18's. Anyway, if you have any suggestions on where to find a decent deal on 18's, or might want to trade, please respond. If you have a set of 18's for sale, please let me know. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neo Posted December 17, 2004 Share Posted December 17, 2004 I think you mean 245/40. :) How about a set of L-Sportline Model 4 in chrome. Here is a pic of the wheel in silver (just imagine it in chrome): I know a shop (not me) selling this for $275 each shipped in 18x8.5 size only. Rim only, no tire. Still a great price. Pm me or email me: neo.one@gmail.com if you are interested. Just trying to be helpful. Not making a cent personally. One thing you migh consider is a drop (mild or wild is up to you). Once you start showing more metal, the car starts to look like an SUV. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitymouse Posted December 19, 2004 Author Share Posted December 19, 2004 I think you mean 245/40. :)How about a set of L-Sportline Model 4 in chrome. Here is a pic of the wheel in silver (just imagine it in chrome): I know a shop (not me) selling this for $275 each shipped in 18x8.5 size only. Rim only, no tire. Still a great price. Pm me or email me: neo.one@gmail.com if you are interested. Just trying to be helpful. Not making a cent personally. One thing you migh consider is a drop (mild or wild is up to you). Once you start showing more metal, the car starts to look like an SUV. :) ← Yes I did mean 245/40. Those are great looking wheels but show a little more metal than what I'd like. I'm also trying to find something used so I can save some green. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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