18 or 19 inch tires?

need4speed · 08-21-2009, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by qnsblvd

To me the sport package is a great deal because not only does it include 19"s, you also get big brakes and synchro rev match. I don't know if sport package is offered in Germany, but if it is, it's worth the euros.

All that aside, the 19"s do look better and they come with wider tires too. I don't know if the 18"s are cast or forged, but the 19"s are definitely forged, so they may be lighter than the 18"s.

Agreed... if its worth the same amount of money in euros as it is here.
Anything over 5000 american value would not be worth it at all. You can get a good aftermarket set up if they are worth that much in europe.
Asian companies tend to rape the europeans. Like the genesis coupe is way overpriced in europe. They pay 7k more than us here. Terrble

Camilo · 08-24-2009, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by need4speed

Asian companies tend to rape the europeans.

That's a true statement.
Right now, you have to pay something about 40K EUR or slightly more for a fully equipped Z in Germany. Due to current exchange rate, that's at least 57K $.

These guys really rip us off!

Same goes with consumer electronics. You get shocked when you see the US-prices at amazon.com, sometimes we have to pay twice that amount in Europe.

rudi · 08-24-2009, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Camilo

That's a true statement.
Right now, you have to pay something about 40K EUR or slightly more for a fully equipped Z in Germany. Due to current exchange rate, that's at least 57K $.

These guys really rip us off!

Same goes with consumer electronics. You get shocked when you see the US-prices at amazon.com, sometimes we have to pay twice that amount in Europe.

Same in Australia, we get a fully loaded Z minus the 19's for U$60,000

chubbs · 07-23-2009, 10:12 AM

I went from 18" to 19" wheels on my 350z - and they look MUCH BETTER. I know the actual difference in size isn't much, but it makes a BIG difference to how the car looks. The wheel arches get filled so much better. If 20" wheels handled ok I would even go as big as that, because I think 20's would look superb - but I worry that the handling might get too bad.

When I first went over to 19's I noticed that the handling didn't seem quite as good as the 18's, but you soon get used to it. I know I am talking about the 350z here, but I think it may be similar for the 370z.

Camilo · 07-23-2009, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by chubbs

I went from 18" to 19" wheels on my 350z - and they look MUCH BETTER. I know the actual difference in size isn't much, but it makes a BIG difference to how the car looks. The wheel arches get filled so much better. If 20" wheels handled ok I would even go as big as that, because I think 20's would look superb - but I worry that the handling might get too bad.

Could you explain, how far the handling is different?

I also read somewhere that the 19" are much louder from inside, don´t know if that´s true, too?

Alexus · 07-23-2009, 11:34 AM

I am fairly certain that the forged RAYS are far lighter and stronger than the 18-inch ones. In all honesty it's all about looks. The 18's are reminescent of the 350Z era.

chubbs · 07-23-2009, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Camilo

Could you explain, how far the handling is different?

I also read somewhere that the 19" are much louder from inside, don´t know if that´s true, too?

At first they felt lumpier, heavier and the steering didn't feel as accurate. But now that I've had them on for nearly 3 years I don't notice any of that.

Caravanshaka · 07-23-2009, 05:32 PM

he is talking stock to stock. the stock Enkei 18's are heavier and not as strong as the stock 19" Forged RAYS wheels.

They also look 10x better on the Z then the 18" Enkei's that come stock on the base model. There is a reason many people are spending extra money to import the 19" Rays into Australia out of the US since they didn't even get the option to have the 19" wheels.

wanta370 · 08-20-2009, 10:36 PM

Do 18" wheels fit on the sport package big brakes?

Mike · 08-20-2009, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by wanta370

Do 18" wheels fit on the sport package big brakes?

our Australian members report that they do. I have a set of 18" Rays 350z wheels being widened right now to fit my needs, and Enkei RPF1's cleared on diameter, but not on depth.

rudi · 08-20-2009, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by wanta370

Do 18" wheels fit on the sport package big brakes?

This an Australian sports/touring with 18's which are standard here. no problems clearing the breaks.

chris410 · 08-20-2009, 10:45 PM

It was a preference for me, I like the 18's over the sport 19's.

Both are nice, so you really can't go wrong!

Red370 · 08-21-2009, 07:50 AM

you also have to take into consideration that with bigger wheels, more rotational mass. Thats why draggers/auto x'ers usually go with 17/18's, less work for the car to do, frees up TQ. If you plan to do either, get you some 17" Gram Lites. Then put your streets on afterwards.

Mind you, the Sport pkg weighs 40 lbs more than base, so lighter 19" rims dont make much difference to me! The tires are better though, which is why im rockin 285/35 NT05s, yaaaayuh!

bigaudiofanat · 08-24-2009, 05:51 PM

I saw go with 18's just to me 19 is to big.

Shunya · 08-26-2009, 05:43 AM

I dun believe it really matter "IF" you're gunna get aftermarket rims in the end.
but if not then it really depends on what you're gunna use it for.
if it's for looks go for 19. if you're gunna do some tracking and stuff then 18"

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chubbs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Zeeland Posts: 1,046 Drives: 2016 370z Auto-Grey Rep Power: 7587	I went from 18" to 19" wheels on my 350z - and they look MUCH BETTER. I know the actual difference in size isn't much, but it makes a BIG difference to how the car looks. The wheel arches get filled so much better. If 20" wheels handled ok I would even go as big as that, because I think 20's would look superb - but I worry that the handling might get too bad. When I first went over to 19's I noticed that the handling didn't seem quite as good as the 18's, but you soon get used to it. I know I am talking about the 350z here, but I think it may be similar for the 370z. __________________ . '03 Grey >>> '06 Black >>>'10 Silver >>> '16 Grey ^

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Alexus Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 178 Drives: The Beast Rep Power: 17	I am fairly certain that the forged RAYS are far lighter and stronger than the 18-inch ones. In all honesty it's all about looks. The 18's are reminescent of the 350Z era. __________________ "The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other bastard die for his." -General George S. Patton Jr., 1885-1945

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Caravanshaka I shake Caravans Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north Dallas Posts: 9,517 Drives: everyone crazy Rep Power: 43	he is talking stock to stock. the stock Enkei 18's are heavier and not as strong as the stock 19" Forged RAYS wheels. They also look 10x better on the Z then the 18" Enkei's that come stock on the base model. There is a reason many people are spending extra money to import the 19" Rays into Australia out of the US since they didn't even get the option to have the 19" wheels. __________________ ____________________ PROJECT DiaD - Sold but not forgotten! The first testicular guard, the "Cup," was used in Hockey in 1874 and the first helmet was used in 1974. That means it only took 100 years for men to realize that in order to work the penis, the brain must remain whole.

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chris410 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 345 Drives: 10' GT500 Rep Power: 16	It was a preference for me, I like the 18's over the sport 19's. Both are nice, so you really can't go wrong! __________________ Chris Current: 2014 WRX Stage I + SPT / 2013 Hayabusa 202HP Former:09 370Z 7-AT PW/Ark Type 2 exhaust/Evo R lip/TSW Nurburgring carbon

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Red370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Posts: 4,391 Drives: your mom to church Rep Power: 297	you also have to take into consideration that with bigger wheels, more rotational mass. Thats why draggers/auto x'ers usually go with 17/18's, less work for the car to do, frees up TQ. If you plan to do either, get you some 17" Gram Lites. Then put your streets on afterwards. Mind you, the Sport pkg weighs 40 lbs more than base, so lighter 19" rims dont make much difference to me! The tires are better though, which is why im rockin 285/35 NT05s, yaaaayuh! Last edited by Red370; 08-21-2009 at 07:57 AM.

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wanta370 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 30 Drives: 325i Rep Power: 16	Do 18" wheels fit on the sport package big brakes?

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bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 854	I saw go with 18's just to me 19 is to big. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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Shunya A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Vancouver Posts: 3,069 Drives: You Crazy! Rep Power: 23	I dun believe it really matter "IF" you're gunna get aftermarket rims in the end. but if not then it really depends on what you're gunna use it for. if it's for looks go for 19. if you're gunna do some tracking and stuff then 18" angie*

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