Wheel style/source recommendations?

[dg_moore]

I've decided to get a set of wheels for my winter tires - I've checked TireRack and WheelMax, but there is such an enormous range of wheels available it's hard to decide. Does anybody have a recommendation for a particular wheel (3.8, 18", Bridgestone Blizzak LM-60 235/50R18) style and/or source? I actually like the OEM's but have found lots of less expensive wheels out there, and for winter use I am not all that concerned about appearance.

 

[Disaster]

It really comes down to visual preference. Just get on TireRack, DiscountTire and WheelMax and sort by price. You can find lots of great wheels for just over $100...some even under that. I think I spent $120 or so for these. I liked how the black and polished aluminum matched the Genesis's black and chrome. I went with 17" Michelin X-Ice2's because they were a bit cheaper than the 18"s.

or these

or these from DiscountTire

or if you like chrome, these from Wheelmax.

 

[TEF]

I opted for the cheaper, narrower 215/60-17 WS-60 snow tires. You'll note that the owner's manual also lists the wider 225/55-17 as well as the 18" tire. Having driven for years in lake-effect snow of NW PA, I've learned that a narrower tire is preferable as it doesn't ride up on snow and slush as easily as a wider one. Granted the "skinny" tires may not look that attractive, my single reason for snow tires (and their attendant cost) is safe travel. During our winters, the majority of vehicles are filthy and salt streaked, so appearance is largely not an issue.

 

[ASHDUMP]

I purchased a set of factory "take offs" from ebay. Then bought a set of Falken Euro Winter tires.

 

[Midnightsun]

Speaking of wheels. I would definitely prefer to purchase a 17" set regardless of brand but are there any available that clear the calipers on the Genny V8? The winter tire selection in the 17" size is ten fold not to mention they will perform better in the snow or be several hundred cheaper.