Since no one else is giving advice...
215 is suposedly the safest recommended width without rubbing. Many have had 225 with little or no modifications, but many like you have.
As for performance, it's probably not noticeable if you keep the same tire in just a bigger size. You'll notice a bigger improvment going from tire to tire than size to size.
I don't remember the correct wheel width, but I *think* 17x7 with a 42mm offset is right. Try a search or check out poeple sigs with aftermarket rims.
When it comes time to order, you'll call up Luke at Tirerack and he'll make sure you don't get soemthing that will not work.
What are you looking to get out of the new wheels? Better looks or increased performance? Just sick of stock rims or have winter tires mounted to them?
I ask because many people just buy a plus one or two wheel/tire combo thinking it'll improve performance and fill up the wheel gap. I'm telling you that my 16" KDWs will blow away any cheap 17" tire and even some not cheap ones like any Goodyear.
Also, since you will compensate the increased wheel diameter by sing a smaller tire sidewall height, you really are not filling up the wheel well any more. The best way to do this is with lowering springs.
That said without any more info from you, I'd get new Bridgestone Potenza RE730 in your 205/55R16 size and save the rim money for lowering spring to get the best look and performance.
[This message has been edited by APT CSVT (edited March 23, 2001).]
