Help me decide on these rims over stock on my 2018 EX-T coupe

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GP Racing 17 inch rims from my last car vs. stock rims, also 17s. Keeping the GP racing wheels would involve swapping the tires over. I feel they are nice, but they look a little small on this car.

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I think they look MUCH better than the stock wheels!
 

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Just need some sprint springs to close that fender/tire gap
 

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They honestly look like 15s because the spokes don't go to the edge of the rim. In this case, stock wins. Stay stock, get some 20mm spacers and call it a day.
 

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They definitely look small and in this case, I'd probably go with the stock wheels until you find something to your liking.

I'm in Ottawa too! :D
 


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They honestly look like 15s because the spokes don't go to the edge of the rim. In this case, stock wins. Stay stock, get some 20mm spacers and call it a day.
That's exactly right. Say what you will about those stock 17's but they almost look like 18's because of the design.
 

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The stock wheels look much better than those. GP's

I really didn't like the EX-T wheels at first but they've kinda grown on me. They reflect light very well,
 

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I had wheels like those on my Veloster. They are nice but I agree they appear small, at least in the pics. I also like the stock wheels. Have an EXT coupe myself, but itching for an Si coupe.
 
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thanks for the responses, i'll likely keep the stocks for now. I will add though, that the rubber on these wheels is a lower profile than the stock rubber so that makes the overall tire diameter look small and bizarre.
 

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As this is a 2 dr Coupe, (not a 4 dr family car), and it looks more sporty than Sedan, if is for me, I will sell the GP and get a 18”.
 


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As this is a 2 dr Coupe, (not a 4 dr family car), and it looks more sporty than Sedan, if is for me, I will sell the GP and get a 18”.
It's funny how everyone is programmed these days that bigger is better or sportier. Truth is, a lightweight 17 with quality tires will offer better acceleration, braking and ride quality compared to a heavier 18. Cheaper too. On the other hand, 18's definitely look cooler.
 
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Since OP has two 17” wheels, quoted “...look a little small...”, and also “...involve swapping the tires...”. If swapped, 17” is still 17” and still look the same. Save the cost/trouble of tyre swapping, just sell one of the 17”, top up a bit and upgrade to lightweight 18”. OP will has the best of both world and will be happy for life.
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