18's vs 19's
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18's vs 19's
I plan to get a C63 later this year and I'm wondering how much difference there is in ride/comfort between 18” and 19” wheels? I live in Melbourne, Australia and there are the usual city bumps as well tram tracks. Has anyone made the transition and regretted it?
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you will feel the ride will be a bit stiffer but imo its really not a big difference. I'm in Toronto and our roads would be similar to what you have.
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I'm running 265 on the back and the ride is fine I live in melb too
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2012 C63 coupe P31/LSD
19s are a heavier but look much better. They will add Unsprung mass and will feel a bit sluggish in acceleration. I fealt it when I went about 4lbs heavier on my tires. But you will never know the difference unless you test the two immediately back to back....it is minor.
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I went from 18 to 20 and although you can feel the difference it is still comfortable enough to live with easily. Based on that I would say 19's would be no issue at all
Live in Melb also
Live in Melb also