New wheels without lowering.

[jazza]

I am looking into buying 20 inch gts rims for my 2009 commodore. Will it look stupid if I don't lower it?

Thanks

 

[Pollushon]

If it's stock height then IMO, yes. It'll look like it's feet are too big, but it's a subjective thing.

 

[hakhawk]

yes it will look stupid.

 

[WazzaVN]

I rolled with my supersports at stock ride height for a bit while I was saving for my suspension. And yeah it does look a bit gay. If you can afford it get some springs atleast for the rear to go with them imo.

 

[Sabbath']

Like this. But worse.

 

[kingyinperth]

^^LOL...

Might have to budget for some extras to adjust your ride height as wazza pointed out...one of the joys of changing out wheels to significantly bigger than standard champ!

 

[showbags]

Dare I say, "look at hama's car"

 

[jazza]

Thanks for the advice!

Approximately how much will it cost to get it lowered and how long does it usually take?

 

[stirringaxe]

My Calais V had 20" GTS wheels on standard suspension. Check out the my ride pics. Some don't like it but I like it. That said i am not a fan of lowered cars either. Ultimately the choice is yours regardless of what anyone else thinks.

 

[Sean880]

Thanks for the advice!

Approximately how much will it cost to get it lowered and how long does it usually take?

If you like the GTS wheels then get them and put them on the car and see how it looks to you. The Sv6 with FE2 suspension you have on your car sits a little lower than an Omega or Berlina and probably the Calais.

VEs all look better lowered between 1 to 2 inches from stock whether on 18,19 or 20 inch rims but you might be happy with how the car looks without changing to lower springs. It's your car and your money so if you are happy with it leave it as is. There are plenty of VE SS and SV6 running around on stock suspension and 20 inch wheels.

Set of 4 new lowered springs for the VE will be around the $280 mark (total) or more depending on the brand you go with (and where you buy) and you will need a 4 wheel alignment as well. Labour charges depend on where you go for the installation work. If your shock absorbers are worn you should replace them at the same time. Depending on how low you were to go, the fitting of a set of new shortened shocks compatible with the lowered springs may be required in any event. If you want some quotes then contact a couple of suspension specialists such as Wholesale Supension in Penrith or East coast Suspensions in Taren Point or one of the Pedders outlets in SYD.