I got 17" because our PA roads suck too. I was afraid I'd be bending rims left and right with 18s. I'm selling my 17" rims/wheels because I'm also selling my SVT, if you're interested. Pics at http://user.pa.net/~pkmitch2555/svt.htm
'98 SVT
KKM / TH fix / Mobil 1 / Synth tranny cocktail / JVC LX-30 HU / 10 JL sub / Alpine V12 amp / Panther 199 wheels / Kuhmo Ecsta 215/45/17 / Bosch +4 / Ford Motorsport wires