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nikohl Apr 18, 2013 05:10 PM

997.1 on 20's?
 
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How do you guys feel about putting 20s on a 997.1? I can get new alloys (Zumbos) for $800 and they look sweet. Attached are some pics of what they would look like.

I'm not tracking the car on these, I care about performance, but I also care about looking outside the window and just being giddy about how aggressive my car looks.

What would be the impact to the drivability of the car? Pros/Cons would be ideal if possible. Any feedback on this Zumbo brand?

Thanks in advance.

wc11 Apr 18, 2013 05:24 PM

Looks great but imagine the ride would be quite choppy.

gonz996 Apr 18, 2013 07:42 PM

I'm not sure on those wheels, but I recently added 20" to mine and although I love the look you do feel the road more and especially the concrete joints on the highway at speed. I still have my 19" RUF replica wheels and tires for sale, but when on the car the noise wasn't that far removed from my current setup

kurtis_h Apr 18, 2013 08:28 PM

I have 20"s on mine, test drove a car with 19" and could feel a difference but man them 20"s are just too sexy imo

erayd8 Apr 18, 2013 08:33 PM

It looks tight with the perfect drop.

gonz996 Apr 18, 2013 08:44 PM

Agreed! 20" with the perfect drop fills the wheel wells and looks sick!

Steve997S Apr 18, 2013 08:56 PM


Originally Posted by gonz996 (Post 3825908)
Agreed! 20" with the perfect drop fills the wheel wells and looks sick!

Fills the wheel well and shows all the filth of the hub, brake, suspension components, etc.

MYC2SPC Apr 18, 2013 09:22 PM

Looks great!I love mine and I haven't felt anything as far as being "choppy"?

gonz996 Apr 18, 2013 09:41 PM

Perhaps that's how you'd described your components, but that's not reality with mine. My 5-spoke Vossen's are so easy to not only clean the wheels including hubs, calipers. etc., but also my coilovers. Pfft. :rolleyes:


Originally Posted by Steve997S (Post 3825919)
Fills the wheel well and shows all the filth of the hub, brake, suspension components, etc.


Steve997S Apr 18, 2013 10:04 PM


Originally Posted by gonz996 (Post 3825947)
Perhaps that's how you'd described your components, but that's not reality with mine. My 5-spoke Vossen's are so easy to not only clean the wheels including hubs, calipers. etc., but also my coilovers. Pfft. :rolleyes:

I keep my car cleaner than most but I'm not a slave to it. Since you guys are more concerned with aesthetics than driving dynamics, do you really like how small the brakes look with the bigger wheels? Personally I would prefer a very light 18" wheel as it offers the best overall performance and handling (and my preference in aesthetics), but the quality end of the aftermarket essentially dictates a 19" wheel. I'm happy to stay OEM these days and feed my many other hobbies.

Ynot Apr 18, 2013 10:44 PM

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20"s are fine, 19"s are ideal.

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ine=1366346648

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ine=1366083793

1analguy Apr 18, 2013 11:21 PM


Originally Posted by Steve997S (Post 3825960)
...Since you guys are more concerned with aesthetics than driving dynamics, do you really like how small the brakes look with the bigger wheels? Personally I would prefer a very light 18" wheel as it offers the best overall performance and handling...

When I see a car with huge wagon wheels on it, I don't think "wow, that looks aggressive"...I think "wow, someone spent a hell of a lot of money to get crummier rough road ride/handling and slower acceleration". If I do decide to change my wheels, I'll be putting on the smallest diameter that will still clear the calipers (17s?)...because they'll perform better and the tires will be cheaper. But hey, that's just me...

kemkc Apr 18, 2013 11:41 PM

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They are fine. ....a bit more harsh on the road but marginal.

NYC_Z06 Apr 19, 2013 08:30 AM

Ride is harsher because you have less sidewall to absorb road imperfections, more so if you also lowered the car w/Eibachs or H&Rs. It wasnt a night a day day change but there's a difference. However, if you're focusing on aesthetics, see below pic to understand why some owners go that route. Pretty cool...
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ine=1366083793[/QUOTE]

gonz996 Apr 19, 2013 10:35 AM

Not worried about 20"s and performance as that's why I kept my Carrera 18" wheels/tires - whenever needed.

Don't stress out about it, eh.


Originally Posted by Steve997S (Post 3825960)
I keep my car cleaner than most but I'm not a slave to it. Since you guys are more concerned with aesthetics than driving dynamics, do you really like how small the brakes look with the bigger wheels? Personally I would prefer a very light 18" wheel as it offers the best overall performance and handling (and my preference in aesthetics), but the quality end of the aftermarket essentially dictates a 19" wheel. I'm happy to stay OEM these days and feed my many other hobbies.



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