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[jmorales46]

I got black 18” speed 3 rims for the summer. they’re on 215 35z r18 tires. low profile i know. I am lowering my car with Eibach pro kit 1.2”. You think it’ll look fine? or should I buy 225 45 18 wheels? Mazda 3 2010 GT.

[G ~ MINI]

I got black 18” speed 3 rims for the summer. they’re on 215 35z r18 tires. low profile i know. I am lowering my car with Eibach pro kit 1.2”. You think it’ll look fine? or should I buy 225 45 18 wheels? Mazda 3 2010 GT.

I am sure they are fine with either tire size both should clear and cause no rub, or slight rub at full turn.
Bottom line is what do you want ? Look . Performance ?
The lower profile (35) you maybe avoiding more potholes (& slight more risk to rim)
Im on 225 / 45 /17 and im avoiding all potholes like a slalom course.
Something else to consider with low profiles is that not all sidewalls / tires are made the same and you pay for what you get.
Im Hankook R-S4 , these high performance summers will have stiffer sides , takes the bumps better, and all around built to handle more pressure.

[Dubcee]

It'll look great. As for 215 vs 225, are you tracking it or doing autocross, or constantly pushing your tires to the edges of grip on every onramp?
If yes, go 225
If no, enjoy the cheaper price and extra fuel economy on 215. Hell even 205 looks alright. 205/55/16 stock height pic :)

https://i.imgur.com/3Q3efD3.jpg