Hrs away from ordering some new rims, 18s or 19s?

King///AMG · 08-24-2004, 11:49 PM

I am hours away from ordering a set of rims and tires for my w208 CLK55 AMG but I am confused whether to get 18s or 19s.

I am looking at Tireracks ASA ST4 (chrome). I run the car about 5-6 months of the year, and store it in the winter. I would keep the stock 17s as well.

Please help me decide. I am basing my decision right now solely on looks, cost is not a factor right now... I want the car to look conservative but have a bad ass attitude as well.

Thanks!

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AznxKCBoy · 08-24-2004, 11:51 PM

i would go with 19s. 19s make the car a lot more aggressive. The car you have comes with stock 17s, in my opinion, its not worth it to upgrade only by 1 inch with rims, at least 2!

King///AMG · 08-24-2004, 11:54 PM

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Displ...=Chrome+Plated

King///AMG · 08-25-2004, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AznxKCBoy

i would go with 19s. 19s make the car a lot more aggressive. The car you have comes with stock 17s, in my opinion, its not worth it to upgrade only by 1 inch with rims, at least 2!

100% correct there

simon78 · 08-25-2004, 12:46 PM

Based on my experience, you will like the 18 better.

I had 19 HRE on my CLK and after a month , i sold it and put on 18.
They drive better. the 19 is just all about opical illution.

good luck .

check out my thread to see 19 on a clk and 18.

mnymakr · 08-25-2004, 01:29 PM

I have 19's on my CLK55 W208; I have always had them on the car so I can't tell you if performance is diminished with 19's I run 235/35 19's all around I would prefer a staggered setup but haven't gotten around to upgrading. See my thread "pics of my clk55" I have Lorinser LM5 polished ; the look is quite agressive. I have no problems spinning the tires either they are heavy but they still spin when you give it some gas

; I too am deciding on what size my next wheels will be. I can tell you that 19's dont allow for too much rubber between you and the road ; my rims have bent easily on OK potholes the car also hops a wee bit in an agressive corner or on ramp; again not sure if thats the 19's or my driving

. Most people cant tell wether you have 18 or 19 has been my experience until they look at the tire size.

Post some pics of the rims you're looking at I'd love to see them

Thanks and Drive ON!!

AznxKCBoy · 08-25-2004, 02:04 PM

once again, hehe, get 19s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

King///AMG · 08-25-2004, 03:24 PM

Thanks all you. I've decided to go with the 19s. There is a difference of 500 bucks between the silvers and chromes. My car is Black, but I dont want that bling bling look, and I feel these wheels in chrome wont cause that. So, you think the extra 500 bucks is worth upgrading to chrome?

BTW I will keep the stock 17" Monoblocks which are silver, so chrome could be a change as well...

Ill be ordering these in 3-4 hours now... so lemme know

AznxKCBoy · 08-25-2004, 03:59 PM

wat brand wheels you ordering? in my opinon chrome is really a bling bling look, i would go with the silvers, save the 500 dollars and maybe upgrade your suspensions with it. Chrome is just too shiny in my eye, especially on a black car.

mnymakr · 08-25-2004, 04:09 PM

Chrome is also HEAVY as HELL!! and if you want light wheels polished is the cleanest look IMO. I would do springs with the extra $$$ . Just my dime worth hope it helps

Are you going to go staggered?? I'd highly suggest that; the guys at HRE said we can run 10 on the back with little to no fender roll; and then 8.5 in front for a really agressive look.

Can't wait to see the PICS!!!! Congrats!!

King///AMG · 08-25-2004, 04:10 PM

They are the ASA ST4 at tirerack... Check 'em out and lemme know what u think...

heres the link...

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Displ...=Chrome+Plated

King///AMG · 08-25-2004, 04:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mnymakr

Chrome is also HEAVY as HELL!! and if you want light wheels polished is the cleanest look IMO. I would do springs with the extra $$$ . Just my dime worth hope it helps

Are you going to go staggered?? I'd highly suggest that; the guys at HRE said we can run 10 on the back with little to no fender roll; and then 8.5 in front for a really agressive look.

Can't wait to see the PICS!!!! Congrats!!

Yes, im going with a staggered setup. Here are the weights:

19x8.5 chrome (29.5lbs)
19x8.5 silver (27.3lbs)
19x9.5 chrome (31.7lbs)
19x9.5 silver (30.0lbs)

So, difference of 2.2lbs for the fronts and 1.7lbs for the rears...

decisions, decisions, decisions...

apkirby · 08-25-2004, 07:16 PM

Silver is classy, yet understated. Silver is also a little more "sporty" looking. Chrome is too flashy, and it also reflects like a mirror.
Just my 2 cents.
Good luck and let us know which ones you choose.

AznxKCBoy · 08-25-2004, 07:31 PM

go with the silvers, 19s! thats the way to go, but of course ultimate decision is done by you.

King///AMG · 08-26-2004, 12:28 AM

Done deal! I ordered the 19" staggered setup with the Neros in CHROME. It was a hard a$$ decision, but since I store the car in the winter, keeping the silver monoblocks and my car is black I went with the chrome. This way I get the best of both worlds...

I will post photos once I get these on, which should be soon since they had everything in stock

Once again, appreciate all your help in this and stay tuned for photos

mnymakr · 08-26-2004, 12:39 AM

Nice choice; P Zero Neros are kick ass tires !! a friend had BBS with Pzeros and his car handled like a dream. Not too much wieght difference I think I would've gotten the chrome in that case as well; didn't look like they came in highly polished lip? Nice look though!! Congrats and post pics when ya get them. Is it cold up in MI yet?? Have friends in Battle Creek and they said summer ends in August there. Anyways I am sure you'll be happy with your selection. Are you going to go with chrome MB centers as well ? My dealer showed me those the other day and told me to upgrade ?!

King///AMG · 08-26-2004, 01:00 AM

Its still summer where im at. I usually store the car around Thanksgiving time so I still have 3 months to roll these rimmies...

The cap will be a "laurel leaf OE mercedes cap." See photo attached. Performance products sells them for 16.95 a piece ($70 for 4). I get 'em free with my wheels

AznxKCBoy · 08-26-2004, 03:26 PM

nice! grats on the purchase!

Frisco · 08-27-2004, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CLK55AMGBENZ

Yes, im going with a staggered setup. Here are the weights:

19x8.5 chrome (29.5lbs)
19x8.5 silver (27.3lbs)
19x9.5 chrome (31.7lbs)
19x9.5 silver (30.0lbs)

So, difference of 2.2lbs for the fronts and 1.7lbs for the rears...

decisions, decisions, decisions...

Damn, that's heavy. I think my Kleemann 19s are about 18 lbs

08-24-2004, 11:51 PM	#2
AznxKCBoy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 364 Drives: 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK 500	i would go with 19s. 19s make the car a lot more aggressive. The car you have comes with stock 17s, in my opinion, its not worth it to upgrade only by 1 inch with rims, at least 2! __________________ 04 CLK500 HRE 447r 19x8.5 front & 19x9.5 rear Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s 235/35/19 front & 265/30/19 rear Renntech springs AMG rear spoiler Eisenmann racing exhaust 2x83mm round

08-24-2004, 11:54 PM	#3
King///AMG Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Washington Twp., Michigan Posts: 283 Drives: AMG, Ferrari, Lexus	http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Displ...=Chrome+Plated __________________ Ferrari 360 Modena -- Rosso Corsa, Tan, F1-style paddle shift (coming very soon). CLK55 AMG -- Obsidian Black, COMAND System, 19" Chrome AMG Style IV Double Spoke 2-Piece Rims on Pirelli PZero Nero's. Lexus ES300 -- Alabaster Metallic on Ivory, Gold Package, Mark Levinson Premium Sound (Sold). Lexus IS300 -- Graphite Grey Pearl on Ivory, SportDesign.

08-25-2004, 12:46 PM	#5
simon78 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: VA Posts: 305 Drives: 2003 E55	Based on my experience, you will like the 18 better. I had 19 HRE on my CLK and after a month , i sold it and put on 18. They drive better. the 19 is just all about opical illution. good luck . check out my thread to see 19 on a clk and 18. __________________ Audi A8L Audi A5 Cayenne GTS MB E350 Sport Honda CRV- The Best Daily Car

08-25-2004, 01:29 PM	#6
mnymakr Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: MN, MS, AZ, and now OKC Posts: 42 Drives: 2001 CLK55	I have 19's on my CLK55 W208; I have always had them on the car so I can't tell you if performance is diminished with 19's I run 235/35 19's all around I would prefer a staggered setup but haven't gotten around to upgrading. See my thread "pics of my clk55" I have Lorinser LM5 polished ; the look is quite agressive. I have no problems spinning the tires either they are heavy but they still spin when you give it some gas ; I too am deciding on what size my next wheels will be. I can tell you that 19's dont allow for too much rubber between you and the road ; my rims have bent easily on OK potholes the car also hops a wee bit in an agressive corner or on ramp; again not sure if thats the 19's or my driving . Most people cant tell wether you have 18 or 19 has been my experience until they look at the tire size. Post some pics of the rims you're looking at I'd love to see them Thanks and Drive ON!! __________________ Officer just because I beat him doesn't mean I was speeding!!

08-25-2004, 02:04 PM	#7
AznxKCBoy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 364 Drives: 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK 500	once again, hehe, get 19s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 04 CLK500 HRE 447r 19x8.5 front & 19x9.5 rear Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s 235/35/19 front & 265/30/19 rear Renntech springs AMG rear spoiler Eisenmann racing exhaust 2x83mm round

08-25-2004, 03:24 PM	#8
King///AMG Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Washington Twp., Michigan Posts: 283 Drives: AMG, Ferrari, Lexus	Thanks all you. I've decided to go with the 19s. There is a difference of 500 bucks between the silvers and chromes. My car is Black, but I dont want that bling bling look, and I feel these wheels in chrome wont cause that. So, you think the extra 500 bucks is worth upgrading to chrome? BTW I will keep the stock 17" Monoblocks which are silver, so chrome could be a change as well... Ill be ordering these in 3-4 hours now... so lemme know __________________ Ferrari 360 Modena -- Rosso Corsa, Tan, F1-style paddle shift (coming very soon). CLK55 AMG -- Obsidian Black, COMAND System, 19" Chrome AMG Style IV Double Spoke 2-Piece Rims on Pirelli PZero Nero's. Lexus ES300 -- Alabaster Metallic on Ivory, Gold Package, Mark Levinson Premium Sound (Sold). Lexus IS300 -- Graphite Grey Pearl on Ivory, SportDesign.

08-25-2004, 03:59 PM	#9
AznxKCBoy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 364 Drives: 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK 500	wat brand wheels you ordering? in my opinon chrome is really a bling bling look, i would go with the silvers, save the 500 dollars and maybe upgrade your suspensions with it. Chrome is just too shiny in my eye, especially on a black car. __________________ 04 CLK500 HRE 447r 19x8.5 front & 19x9.5 rear Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s 235/35/19 front & 265/30/19 rear Renntech springs AMG rear spoiler Eisenmann racing exhaust 2x83mm round

08-25-2004, 04:09 PM	#10
mnymakr Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: MN, MS, AZ, and now OKC Posts: 42 Drives: 2001 CLK55	Chrome is also HEAVY as HELL!! and if you want light wheels polished is the cleanest look IMO. I would do springs with the extra $$$ . Just my dime worth hope it helps Are you going to go staggered?? I'd highly suggest that; the guys at HRE said we can run 10 on the back with little to no fender roll; and then 8.5 in front for a really agressive look. Can't wait to see the PICS!!!! Congrats!! __________________ Officer just because I beat him doesn't mean I was speeding!!

08-25-2004, 04:10 PM	#11
King///AMG Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Washington Twp., Michigan Posts: 283 Drives: AMG, Ferrari, Lexus	They are the ASA ST4 at tirerack... Check 'em out and lemme know what u think... heres the link... http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Displ...=Chrome+Plated __________________ Ferrari 360 Modena -- Rosso Corsa, Tan, F1-style paddle shift (coming very soon). CLK55 AMG -- Obsidian Black, COMAND System, 19" Chrome AMG Style IV Double Spoke 2-Piece Rims on Pirelli PZero Nero's. Lexus ES300 -- Alabaster Metallic on Ivory, Gold Package, Mark Levinson Premium Sound (Sold). Lexus IS300 -- Graphite Grey Pearl on Ivory, SportDesign.

08-25-2004, 07:16 PM	#13
apkirby Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Sunnyvale, California Posts: 25 Drives: 1989 560SEC	I'd choose silver Silver is classy, yet understated. Silver is also a little more "sporty" looking. Chrome is too flashy, and it also reflects like a mirror. Just my 2 cents. Good luck and let us know which ones you choose.

08-25-2004, 07:31 PM	#14
AznxKCBoy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 364 Drives: 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK 500	go with the silvers, 19s! thats the way to go, but of course ultimate decision is done by you. __________________ 04 CLK500 HRE 447r 19x8.5 front & 19x9.5 rear Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s 235/35/19 front & 265/30/19 rear Renntech springs AMG rear spoiler Eisenmann racing exhaust 2x83mm round

08-26-2004, 12:28 AM	#15
King///AMG Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Washington Twp., Michigan Posts: 283 Drives: AMG, Ferrari, Lexus	Done deal! I ordered the 19" staggered setup with the Neros in CHROME. It was a hard a$$ decision, but since I store the car in the winter, keeping the silver monoblocks and my car is black I went with the chrome. This way I get the best of both worlds... I will post photos once I get these on, which should be soon since they had everything in stock Once again, appreciate all your help in this and stay tuned for photos __________________ Ferrari 360 Modena -- Rosso Corsa, Tan, F1-style paddle shift (coming very soon). CLK55 AMG -- Obsidian Black, COMAND System, 19" Chrome AMG Style IV Double Spoke 2-Piece Rims on Pirelli PZero Nero's. Lexus ES300 -- Alabaster Metallic on Ivory, Gold Package, Mark Levinson Premium Sound (Sold). Lexus IS300 -- Graphite Grey Pearl on Ivory, SportDesign.

08-26-2004, 12:39 AM	#16
mnymakr Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: MN, MS, AZ, and now OKC Posts: 42 Drives: 2001 CLK55	Nice choice; P Zero Neros are kick ass tires !! a friend had BBS with Pzeros and his car handled like a dream. Not too much wieght difference I think I would've gotten the chrome in that case as well; didn't look like they came in highly polished lip? Nice look though!! Congrats and post pics when ya get them. Is it cold up in MI yet?? Have friends in Battle Creek and they said summer ends in August there. Anyways I am sure you'll be happy with your selection. Are you going to go with chrome MB centers as well ? My dealer showed me those the other day and told me to upgrade ?! __________________ Officer just because I beat him doesn't mean I was speeding!!

08-26-2004, 03:26 PM	#18
AznxKCBoy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 364 Drives: 2004 Mercedes Benz CLK 500	nice! grats on the purchase! __________________ 04 CLK500 HRE 447r 19x8.5 front & 19x9.5 rear Michelin Pilot Sport PS2s 235/35/19 front & 265/30/19 rear Renntech springs AMG rear spoiler Eisenmann racing exhaust 2x83mm round

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