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Replacing my '00 16" Turbo's

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I've been looking for a used set of 17" turbo twist wheels for my '00 Boxster. What do I need to know as far as offset and tire size to end up with a standard 17" installation. Also, could I do an 18" wheel? I assume the common opinion is the larger the wheel the better the looks? Is it worth the loss in ride quality?

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I've been looking for a used set of 17" turbo twist wheels for my '00 Boxster. What do I need to know as far as offset and tire size to end up with a standard 17" installation. Also, could I do an 18" wheel? I assume the common opinion is the larger the wheel the better the looks? Is it worth the loss in ride quality?

Jon

Basically, what fits is a Boxster wheel. Either a 17 or an 18 should be fine in your car. Carrera rear wheels don't fit.

If you drive in snow country, or anywhere else that has horrendous potholes, you may not enjoy the 18s as much as someplace like an Arizona highway. If you regularly 'push it' around corners you will appreciate the added grip and clean turnin of an the 18" wheels. I believe the 5-spoke lightweight that came out in 03 is the lightest of the stock wheels - significantly lighter than the turbo twists. And there are good aftermarket choices for a slightly wider tire or lighter wheel.

2 good places to see common selections are:

Wheel enhancement www.wheelenhancement.com/ a large selection of reasonably priced take-off wheels

tire rack www.tirerack.com - be sure to look for wheels by make and model - many choices are not available for the Boxster.

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