I am a proud owner of a 2013 SHO w/PP. I started to look for different rims for winter tires. I found an amazing deal on SHO rims that arent the flower design. Will I be able to find a decent deal on 20" winter rims or should I start over and look for 18" or 19" rims?
I need some advice.
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PokerMunkee
I ♥ AWD
I went with 18"'s due to price and more sidewall. Paid $1190 shipped from TireRack, plus a $70 rebate card. I got the TPMS sensors and the $40 tool to learn them. Could have been under $1k shipped without sensors. I couldn't find anything new for 20" near this, tires just a lot more. If you can get 20"s for less than 18", go that route.
Wheels: 18x7.5 Enkei Performance Falcon GMML
Tires: 245/55R-18 Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow
Definitely not baller status like the OEM 20"s LOL! But they look good to me. I haven't driven on them yet, just test fitted them. I bet the ride will be a lot smoother than the 20"s but know corners will not be as fun!
Wheels: 18x7.5 Enkei Performance Falcon GMML
Tires: 245/55R-18 Pirelli Scorpion Ice & Snow
Definitely not baller status like the OEM 20"s LOL! But they look good to me. I haven't driven on them yet, just test fitted them. I bet the ride will be a lot smoother than the 20"s but know corners will not be as fun!
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wuzzzer
MN Moderator
Generally speaking the smaller the wheel the less expensive the wheel and tires will be. A couple members on here confirmed that 18s will fit your car. I'd look at Tire Rack and see what they offer.
TheDailySHO
Member
Last winter before I purchased my 2013 SHO, I had a 2011 Limited with 19" wheels. I purchased a set of Drag DR-37 19x8 5 along with a set of Michelin Alpin PA3 winter tires in size 255/45-19. The front wheel drive limited never even spun the tires this set up was so good, even in deep snow. I will now but bolting these same rims.tires to my SHO late this fall and don't expect any issues especially with the AWD. I purchased mine through Discount Tire.
The Daily SHO.. That helps alot, I think the cost of these rims and the tire cost would be cheaper than buying 18"s and new tires... I do wish I could get those Police Interceptors rims for my winter tires for a good price.
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PokerMunkee
I ♥ AWD
The tire you posted is a 19x8:
http://www.myoemwheels.com/products...ho-wheel-factory-original-rim-3818-bg1z1007c/
For $250, go for it. How much are winter tires? TireRack only lists 2 winter tires in 255/45/19, cheapest $247. Include mounting/balance, will be quite high. Probably need to chat with a TireRack person to get alt sizes that might be cheaper. 19" tires are limited
This is why I went with the 18" package for $1190 shipped/tax/tpms sensors, plus $70 rebate. So almost $1100. $275 a wheel/tire. I think you'll be at almost $1200 just to buy tires and mount them to your $250 wheels, so around $1500. Does that include the TPMS sensors?
Just remember, top of the line all seasons will still cost you over $1100, so the winter package is still the best way to go. Get to have awesome traction in winter and awesome traction in summer. The best we can do until we move south! lol
Might need to shop locally.
http://www.myoemwheels.com/products...ho-wheel-factory-original-rim-3818-bg1z1007c/
For $250, go for it. How much are winter tires? TireRack only lists 2 winter tires in 255/45/19, cheapest $247. Include mounting/balance, will be quite high. Probably need to chat with a TireRack person to get alt sizes that might be cheaper. 19" tires are limited
This is why I went with the 18" package for $1190 shipped/tax/tpms sensors, plus $70 rebate. So almost $1100. $275 a wheel/tire. I think you'll be at almost $1200 just to buy tires and mount them to your $250 wheels, so around $1500. Does that include the TPMS sensors?
Just remember, top of the line all seasons will still cost you over $1100, so the winter package is still the best way to go. Get to have awesome traction in winter and awesome traction in summer. The best we can do until we move south! lol
Might need to shop locally.
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rcryniak
Active Member
Absolutely... and you'll feel like you're even faster yet, since everyone will be slowing down around you for fear of being pulled over!
TheDailySHO
Member
My Limited was black so with the black rims, even without being PI steel wheels, I had comments all the time about it being a squad car. Wasn't the look I was trying for but I just liked the blacked out street fighter look on the car. The Michelin Alpin's were great all winter long and it was a BRUTAL winter here in Mn.
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