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Old 03 November 2005, 08:45 AM
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I know that this question has probably been asked a thousand times but here it goes again...
"Can I fit 18 inch wheels on a classic Impreza Uk Spec MY97?"
If so, any advice? Should I stick to 17s or make the change?
Many Thanks for any advice.
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Old 03 November 2005, 09:19 AM
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18's will fit with 215/35/18 tyres
Old 03 November 2005, 05:50 PM
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There used to be a guy on here ran 19's on a classic.........

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I've got 18"s on MY00 classic with 215/35/18 tyres. No probs at all.
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Ive got 18s with 225/40 tyres and been running for around 2 years now
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ive got 18 and lowerd no problems
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Ive got 18s with 225/40 tyres and been running for around 2 years now

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Have yo got any close up pics you can post?
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Originally Posted by jamiemacone
I know that this question has probably been asked a thousand times but here it goes again...
"Can I fit 18 inch wheels on a classic Impreza Uk Spec MY97?"
If so, any advice? Should I stick to 17s or make the change?
Many Thanks for any advice.
Kind Regards
JM
have run P1 oz 18" wheels with 225/35/18 tyres for a couple of years now, lowered on eibachs, no arch rolling etc and even with 5 up and a load of golf gear in the boot never ever rubbed in all the time i've had them
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