195/50/15 or 195/55/15

there are 205/50/15 too

width of rims matters . And , 205x50x15 will not be the same sidewall height as 195x50x15.
Isnt the "profile" a measurement relative to the width of the tyre - that is , in %. ( so 195x50x15 - the "height" of the rubber will be actually 9.7cms. , where as a 205x50 size will be 10.2cm in sidewall height.

whats the width of your rims ?
you guys have to remember that its not just the width of the tyre, thats important, but how they fit over your rims
never put 195's on a 7'inch rim.. looks silly and i dont think its legal

No flame intended, but to be honest I think way too much thought is being put into this.

What does the tyre placard inside your door say the stock tyre size is (assuming you have stock rims)?

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Originally Posted by ekslut

This is assuming he has a EK4. I haven't worked it out yet, but if he had a EG, due to the smaller std rim size, he might need the 50 series to keep the outside diamater the same when using the larger 15" rim.

But 50 series are cheaper to get too. Much cheaper actually (about $70 a tyre for good rubber).

I only ran 55 on my EK4, but on my ED I will run 50. 55 is too big for a car that came with 13" rims stock :rolleyes: Looks funny too.....

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where can u get 195/50/15 for 70$ in melb

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Originally Posted by z3lda

where can u get 195/50/15 for 70$ in melb

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Sorry I meant the difference between the two prices is $70. I wish I could get some decent rubber for $70 :rolleyes: