I think this is a very good idea actually. I'm planning to install some 225/40-16 tires on my Cougar with some light-weight 16x7.5" rims. I was actually contemplating 205/40, but I'm afraid that their load rating is insufficient for a 3000lb car.


2000 Mercury Cougar V6 ATX. 16.0@87MPH, 155.0 FWHP