19'' wheels on C32-Look good VS good performance
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19'' wheels on C32-Look good VS good performance
I am thinking to take off the factory 17'' AMG double spokes wheels and suspension, and have 19'' LM5 wheels with H&R cup kits suspension. Do you think it is a good idea for it?! I told to one of salespersons at MB, he told me that "AMG technicians did the best performance rides with the C 32 in 17'. Maybe those large rims look good but its bad for your cars performance." IS IT TRUE ?! I really need your opinion for it, especially for the C32 owners who already installed the 19'' wheels with lower springs. How does it feel on the driving performance ?!
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There's some truth in what he said. 19" Lorinser's are heavier than stock wheels and unsprung weight will cause a decrease in performance.
However, if you are very concerned about performance AND appearance, you should go for a forged wheel. Stock wheels are pretty heavy.
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However, if you are very concerned about performance AND appearance, you should go for a forged wheel. Stock wheels are pretty heavy.
www.hrewheels.com
www.iforged.com
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Yes, it is true. I had Brabus Monoblock VI 19" on my car before and I just put on a set of forged 18". You can feel there is a big difference in the car's acceleration, even the car has 350 horses on it. If you were to go for 19", you will have to sacrifice the performance FOR SURE.
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