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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 02:10 PM
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Help!!! Should I Upgrade My Wheels?

i have a 1998 S420 and wanted to upgrade my stock wheels i'm thinking about
getting some lorinser D-93. the question is what size should i get to not change the ride? are there any suggestions to any rims that would enhance
the cars looks and not take away from the ride? i want to be able to drive the regular under all condition roads CITY/HWY.

P.S I LIVE IN D.C. SURBURBS SO IMAGINE THE POT HOLES
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Old Nov 1, 2006 | 02:30 PM
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I have 18' wheels and the ride is still pretty good, mine were wheels that we an option on the S600 outside of the US so MB was putting stock 18' wheels on these cars. 17's are a good choice as they look almost like 18' wheels and the tyres are so much cheaper.
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Old Nov 2, 2006 | 01:46 AM
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On my 1997 S600 I put 18"x8 and 18"x9 and the car still has that great 140 chassi ride. No problems on rubbing and the look is great. Try using the Tire Rack web site for wheel selection.
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thank you for the info. i think i will go with 17 0r 18's
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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by DILLS420
thank you for the info. i think i will go with 17 0r 18's
go with the diameter rims you really want. and just be wide awake when you drive. takes a little getting used to but you will
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