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Hi Suntzu. Euro Luxury models come with 17 inch wheels. Are you sure that you're getting 18 inch? I'd go for 17 inch on the luxury. No need to do wheel alignment and all that. The suspension of the 2005 Luxury model is set for 17 inch wheels with 215/40 R17 tyres.
Yeah Its definately the 18 inch wheels. Im getting a standard,not a lux, hence my questions about the fitting of the 18s. There seemed to be no issues in the 2005 Lux I drove on 18s, but im getting the Standard on 18s.
Im a bit worried about the above and the insurance factor. I mean the dealer suggested it, but id rather get it sorted monday than have an issue on delivery.
are these 18's genunine Honda or aftermarket? what do they look like?
You choosing 18" based on the dealer? Which would you prefer? It would not be a standard part, so insurance will cost more as it is considered a modification.
If I were not wanting 18" for the bling factor, then I'd stay with the stock rims because it would cost less for insurance, and if you have problems with the suspension in the future, Honda cannot blame it on non-standard parts.
Suntzu:
congratulation on your buy! and welcome to ozhonda.
lets get those things right first.
- stock 2005 Lux come with 17", not 18". If the one you test drove have 18", then it is definitely a dealer fitted option (not factory fitted). and 99% aftermarket rims. not genuine Honda rims.
- Honda people claimed that 2005 Lux model's susupension is tuned to accommodate 17" better, so it is a bit leaning toward comfy set-up to prevent harsh ride due to upsized rims.
- There is no need to do alignment when car is new no matter if you change to 17" or 18". only need to do alignment if you change suspansion setup(eg spring or coil over or spring-strut combo).
I hope these info can offer some help.
Where about are you located? and milano Red is hot. Good on ya.
The Alloys are aftermarket ones, grey/silver 6 spoke (make the rotors looks small) . I think its going to be ok on the Standard Euro as I did a search and a lot people here seem to have 18 inch rims on their 2004 standard euros without issues. The insurance should not be a problem, I have an excellent rating. Im looking at about $670 or less a year.
I was mainly concerned that the rims would physically be a problem on the standard, cause I thought may the lux was designed to take them better. I was also concerned that my standard might not handle as well as the Demo lux with 18 inchers. I understand now that its mainly a ride quality issue and should handle well on the standard euro.
I went to buy a libery and left with a euro. There you go. What a great car and great colour in the new red. I was sold! :wave:
So how much extra do you have to pay for a set of 18"? tyres??
which Honda dealer did you go to? whcih City?
It was about $2200 for the wheels/tyres. (dealer cost)
Tell you more about it when I get the car. cheers
That's quite weird for honda to offer 18's....and I certainly haven't seen any genuine honda 18's for the Euro, JDM Accord or the TSX. If there is, would definately like to see them.
Anyway, congrats with the purchase Suntzu.
thats a good price indeed!
congrats and welcome!
Yeah I was happy with that. They are pretty normal 18s, grey/silverish, 5 spoke I think. i was just a bit worried aboutthe suspension on the 2005 standard euro but it all looks sweet. The xtra grip and looks seem worth it, esp at that price :)
Welcome and congrats. $2200 is average price for cast 18" with tyres. Did they give you anything for your stock rims?Quote:
Originally Posted by Suntzu