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I drive a Celica with 16in. alloys. My tyres are due for replacement and I'm wondering if there are any serious gains in handling to be made by fitting, say, 17in. or 18in. wheels with even lower profile tyres. Also, what are the pros and cons of moving from alloys to chromes? Is it just aesthetics?

Answered by CarsGuide

16 January 2004

Carsguide.com.au

You'll certainly get some handling benefits, but it's hard to justify the cost. You will also see a deterioration in ride comfort, which will offset the improvement in handling. With switching from alloys to chrome wheels, there is no benefit other than looks, unless the rims are lighter.

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