Need opinion from the Pro's

[SLVRSTONE1.8GTI]

I have a 03 GTI that came with the optional 17 inch 5 star rims, I have been thinking about changing to a different set of rims but I am undecided. I am going to stay at 17 inches because of all the pot holes here in Boston, am i wasting my time buying the same size rims ... should I just keep the rims and lower the car a few inches ?? Please help me decide ?

[Veedub2.0T]

Depends what you are looking for. The stock rims are heavy... if you want better performance, you can get lighter weight 17s..

if you are looking for a different look, that's a different story. I personally went for the look and got the gunmetal 18s... i love them, they are slightly lighter that stock rims, but they effect the speed/performance..

so it really depends on what you are looking for

[SLVRSTONE1.8GTI]

I just saw the Drag wheels DR7's in gunmetal I think I might head in that direction they look similar to the 20th Anniv wheels. I had 18's on my Civic and got pulled over twice because a cop saw me weaving down the road ! Thanks for your help ! one more thing is that Wasserwerks show in CT any good ??

[Veedub2.0T]

NP... the DR7s are supposed to be light... if you can afford, keep your stock ones for dail drive, and your new rims for weekend fun/autox/drag,,

Cant answer the second question... post something in Water Werks CT section

[SLVRSTONE1.8GTI]

I will do that ... thanx