i have a 2004 350z with no VDC and i'm lowered on GF210 spring. it's time for new tires and was wondering what are the pros and cons of going with a wider tire? will comfort be sacrificed for better handling? btw i have the 17" stockers.
just confused on the advantages/disadvantages of wider/taller sidewall tires. should i just stick with factory specs? i don't auto-x or anything, just strictly daily driving.

 

If just DD, sticking with the factory specs is always a good idea. I think they are 17x7.5 with a 225/50/17 and 17x8 with a 235/50/17? I never thought the 235 looked quite right on the rear of a 350Z - you could go a little larger (10-20mm) if there was some driving reason (good tires on sale, whatever), but it's really not necessary.

 

Agree with scotts300.

 

Members combine an endless combination of tire sizes. The car will perform differently – not necessarily better. My recommendation is OEM sizes and superior tires.

It’s the tire not the size.

 

gotcha, thanks for the info.