Buying a set of wheels and tires, They're here. Updated with pics! Options

[Cutrara]

For Christmas my parents are getting me a wheel and tire package (as long as I pay for tires). I've decided on these wheels with these tires.

I have a few questions for you guys if you don't mind answering them:
1. Is this offset going to look ok? If not, what size spacers will I need?
2. I want a rim that looks good, but improves handling. Do you think this is a good rim, or should I look at something else?
3. I plan on lowering the car in the spring when I put on the wheels and tires and I know that wide 18s might rub. There shouldn't be any clearance issuses on these 17s, right?
4. This is my first set of aftermarket rims. My dad says the tires will wear faster on 17s than my 14 inch stockers. Is this True? If so, how?

If you have anymore info, please let me know.

Thanks,
Alex Cutrara

This post has been edited by Cutrara: Dec 12, 2005 - 5:54 PM

[CelicaZR]

You are lucky to have such nice parents.
Well I cant see the wheels.
So its gonna be hard to answer your questions
but I'll attempt to answer them.

1) I'm not sure how wide they are
but depending on how wide the wheels are the
offset might change.
2) Can't really answer this one, cause I cant see it.
But if you want a good wheels from a performace's
perspective, you should get lightweight racing wheels.
That what I'll be getting. hmm rays
But beware they are expensive
3) You shouldnt have a problem with clearance, but it
all depends on how much of a drop you want.
4) Not sure about this one. I havent heard anything
about it. I know that tires are more expensive in size and in
lower profile.

You should search for other members ride and see if they've
a similar setup to what your getting and ask them.

Good luck