Best size tyres for 17's on a mk3.

[big e]

So what size tyres does/have every one run on 17's on there mk3's was thinking either 215/40's or 215/45's..

 

[Kev_mk3]

205/40/17

 

[Andy_Mk3]

I ran 205/45/17s on mine when I had them. I'd never go back tho, mk3s drive 10x better with smaller wheels.

 

[djwilde69]

I had 225/45/17 never a problem but it was a harsh ride

 

[big e]

I ran 205/45/17s on mine when I had them. I'd never go back tho, mk3s drive 10x better with smaller wheels.

Did they rub at all Andy with the 45 profile?..

 

[big e]

I had 225/45/17 never a problem but it was a harsh ride

Surprised they didn't catch like a bugger Dj..

 

[Purpledrumstick]

205/40/17

this. thats what im going for

 

[big e]

Changed your mind??..

not sure yet, probably 215/45's

 

[Joycey]

I've always run 205/40/17 mate, ride is a little harsh some times but looks make up for it

 

[big e]

205/40's it is then, cheers guys..

 

[kirkp]

yep i agree with joycey 205/40/17's iv had no probs and thay look good

 

[Andy_Mk3]

Mine on 205/45/17

 

[TomF]

Got 215/40 on mine but not driven it yet

 

[Kev_mk3]

205/40's it is then, cheers guys..

every mk3 i have ever owned has had that size never a issue