20" wheels on 991?
#1
20" wheels on 991?
I know what you are thinking: "Not another 991 speculation". But here goes anyway:
I have read on multiple sites that the 991 S will have larger wheel wells and will come with 20" wheels. What could be the thinking behind that?
Thanks,
-T
I have read on multiple sites that the 991 S will have larger wheel wells and will come with 20" wheels. What could be the thinking behind that?
Thanks,
-T
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Rennlist Member
+1. I truly hope that it's an OPTION, and not standard! Anything larger than 19inch would be:
- Heavy
- More Suspectible to pot holes damaging them
- Less comfortable with lower profile tires!
#5
Three Wheelin'
991 becomes a boat and the Boxster becomes the real Porsche? Then they add a mini-Boxster to backfill the line?
Why is that the evolution of car models is to get larger and larger until they lose their character completely?
Like, I saw a '67 Vette yesterday at Porsche Service - beautiful car. And I had Boxster loaner - base car - it was a blast to drive. When I picked up my car, it seemed huge, heavy, and nearly opulent in comparison.
Why is that the evolution of car models is to get larger and larger until they lose their character completely?
Like, I saw a '67 Vette yesterday at Porsche Service - beautiful car. And I had Boxster loaner - base car - it was a blast to drive. When I picked up my car, it seemed huge, heavy, and nearly opulent in comparison.
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#8
Race Director
I sure hope not 20" wheels unless Porsche makes the side wall taller...but then the wheels and bigger tires will be getting very heavy.
#9
991 becomes a boat and the Boxster becomes the real Porsche? Then they add a mini-Boxster to backfill the line?
Why is that the evolution of car models is to get larger and larger until they lose their character completely?
Like, I saw a '67 Vette yesterday at Porsche Service - beautiful car. And I had Boxster loaner - base car - it was a blast to drive. When I picked up my car, it seemed huge, heavy, and nearly opulent in comparison.
Why is that the evolution of car models is to get larger and larger until they lose their character completely?
Like, I saw a '67 Vette yesterday at Porsche Service - beautiful car. And I had Boxster loaner - base car - it was a blast to drive. When I picked up my car, it seemed huge, heavy, and nearly opulent in comparison.
Did I also mention the 991 will be damn expensive!
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Rennlist Member
I tend to agree that beyond 18" is too big (and I have 19"s). That said, this is an age old argument...
1980s: 16" wheels are just for show, i'll keep my 15s thank you very much
1990s: why does every car have to have 17" wheels?
Late 90s: wheel sizes are out of control - have you seen these 18" wheels???
Early 2000s: wow, 19s on a small car, that's for rappers and posers
Today: my 19" wheels are perfect but 20s are idiotic!
1980s: 16" wheels are just for show, i'll keep my 15s thank you very much
1990s: why does every car have to have 17" wheels?
Late 90s: wheel sizes are out of control - have you seen these 18" wheels???
Early 2000s: wow, 19s on a small car, that's for rappers and posers
Today: my 19" wheels are perfect but 20s are idiotic!
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I tend to agree that beyond 18" is too big (and I have 19"s). That said, this is an age old argument...
1980s: 16" wheels are just for show, i'll keep my 15s thank you very much
1990s: why does every car have to have 17" wheels?
Late 90s: wheel sizes are out of control - have you seen these 18" wheels???
Early 2000s: wow, 19s on a small car, that's for rappers and posers
Today: my 19" wheels are perfect but 20s are idiotic!
1980s: 16" wheels are just for show, i'll keep my 15s thank you very much
1990s: why does every car have to have 17" wheels?
Late 90s: wheel sizes are out of control - have you seen these 18" wheels???
Early 2000s: wow, 19s on a small car, that's for rappers and posers
Today: my 19" wheels are perfect but 20s are idiotic!
What size wheels I prefer depends on the use, fit, and, to some extent, tire availability. For competition, I'll take whatever mix of wheel and tire that is legal for the class and fastest. For non-competitive track, I like a lightweight set with a good amount of sidewall and a fun balance of grip. On the street, again, something lightweight (better ride quality, fuel economy, etc.) with sidewall.