17" or 18" Wheels?

[Scottman]

Hey Guys,

I'm a newb here as well, have been lurking for a few days and have gotten a lot of great information so far. I've been looking around the forum for this (don't want to be redundant if it's already been covered a bunch) but I am wondering about aftermarket wheels for the Z32. I've been to TireRack.com looking at various wheels and have found that there are relatively few choices in 17" and a lot in 18".

My question is, on these cars do 18's look, well... ghetto at all? I am asking from ignorance of course, just wondering in my head as I have found in my experience that a 1" larger diameter wheel is usually a nice subtle change over stock, I just wonder about going +2". Are 18" what most people go with? Is there a profound difference in the ride quality going to that much shorter of a sidewall?

Thanks in advance!Scottman

[evildky]

Welcome to Nico!I personally think the 16's were a bit small to start with, I think the 18's are just right for the Z32, got and wheel styles in mind?

[Scottman]

I like these 4 different models. The Wedsport model is the least costly at $349 each, while the BBS Air II is the highest price at $553 (a bit more than I want to spend really). I think i like the Wedsport and OZ wheels best... I don't know anything about Wedsport's reputation, but OZ definitely makes a quality wheel.

Wedsport TC005

OZ Ultraleggera

BBS Air II CK

BBS RS GT

The Z32 I am shopping for is black, BTW. FWIW, you can see from my choices that I'm in to a subtle look... I'm over 30 so the "pimp my ride" ghetto look just doesn't work for me. I like neat & clean with little flash
Modified by Scottman at 1:18 PM 1/16/2007

[nsrZ32]

Welcome to NICO!

Have you considered a staggered setup with 17's up front and 18's in the rear? I prefer that approach on Z32 and run that on my car.

As for the wheels you mentioned, I recommend the Wedsports, they're awesome wheels.

[NSR_s30]

Welcome to NICO!

Have you considered a staggered setup with 17's up front and 18's in the rear? I prefer that approach on Z32 and run that on my car.

As for the wheels you mentioned, I recommend the Wedsports, they're awesome wheels.

Staggered setup would be nice on a Z32. I'd personally go with the Weds, but if were up to me I'd put out the money for Volks or SSR's.

[foamcup]

Last picture I like, BBS for the win!

[evildky]

+1 for the BBS RS GT

[Scottman]

Thanks for the input guys, it will probably be at least a few weeks before I order any but am trying to get a decision made. The BBS' are nice and I've always loved their wheels I just hate to spend SOOO much on wheels and tires... but, the wheels are something you hope to buy only once so I guess I can splurge a little.

[S13FASTBACKSR]

i like the idea of 17's in the front 18's in the back or 18's all the way around..and ya bbs rs gt ftw

[evildky]

it's a LOT easier to spend your money tham my own

[ArticDragon192]

18/19 stagger. 17s belong on stock bodied S13s. not trying to knock your car NSR, it's hot, no doubt. But IMO, a Z should run bigger wheels.

[speedjunkie]

BBS!!! the last ones are sweet

[Scottman]

Hey Guys, I still haven't spent any money (LOL) but am wondering if Z33 wheels will fit the Z32?

[freakonaleash1187]

Yes, Z33 wheels will fit a Z32.

[peanut squirrel]

I'm running the 18" wheels from an '06 Z33 and love the look!

[mahchu07]

BBS RS GT's all the way. IMO don't stagger, 18's all around look really nice. If you must stagger, I would say 19 in the rear and 18 up front. I agree with whoever said the 17's wouldn't look like a huge difference.