987 Base Model Tiptronic 17" Standard Wheels V. 18" Boxster

[ptcja]

I had once thought about simply putting on the 19" wheels for looks. However, it looks like max should be 18". Now on the other hand, the standard wheels are all at 17" and I wonder if the 17" would be more appropriate for the base model because of its lower output. I rather have the 17" for better handling than just the 18" for looks.

[adsach]

I had once thought about simply putting on the 19" wheels for looks. However, it looks like max should be 18". Now on the other hand, the standard wheels are all at 17" and I wonder if the 17" would be more appropriate for the base model because of its lower output. I rather have the 17" for better handling than just the 18" for looks.

It is a rare 17" street tire that would outhandle an 18". The standard profile of the 18s are lower and wider with stiffer sidewalls than 17s. HOWEVER, if you plan to run track tires, the 17" choices are greater (and less expensive).