Best size alloys for a daily driver?

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Best size alloys for a daily driver?

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What size would be best 17-20's?
Van is used for a lot of miles mixed and town running eventually on coil overs.
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Re: Best size alloys for a daily driver?

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I'm running 19's on coils and use everyday as a heating engineer

Yes its bumpy, yes you have to dodge pot holes but hey it looks good lol

18's would be a compromise but it depends on what wheels you choose.

18" lm wheels look good but some designs just don't suit the caddy in an 18

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Re: Best size alloys for a daily driver?

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Had 18s daily

Went to 17s and yes it doesnt look as good but drives alot nicer and for me persoanlly makes a better impression

If I was say a valeter...18 or 19s all the way as its part of the image
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Re: Best size alloys for a daily driver?

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Thanks fellas I'm a railway engineer but also do remapping so she needs to look good but be practical 8)
18's maybe it is then off to EBay.
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Re: Best size alloys for a daily driver?

Post by Gleam »

I'm running 19's and decked, also carry detailing gear in the back along with the ice intsall, can't go up kerbs tho ;)
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Re: Best size alloys for a daily driver?

Post by Sabbunsingh »

I am running 18's and I am slammed it is a bit bumpy but that is mainly the weight in the back and being on the deck. It was sound before I slammed it. I am a joiner so I carry lots of gear, chop saw, drills, router, nail guns, etc etc etc. Oh and the bass box!
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