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thstone · 07-08-2014, 10:37 AM

The 2001 Base car had 16" wheels standard and the S came with 17".

But most 986 Base models came from the factory with the 17" upgrade (option code 396 on the label under the front trunk).

Also, most people upgrade the front tires when its time to replace them to 225/45/17 to improve front end grip and reduce the amount of understeer.

07-08-2014, 10:37 AM	#2
thstone Certified Boxster Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7,669	The 2001 Base car had 16" wheels standard and the S came with 17". But most 986 Base models came from the factory with the 17" upgrade (option code 396 on the label under the front trunk). Also, most people upgrade the front tires when its time to replace them to 225/45/17 to improve front end grip and reduce the amount of understeer. __________________ 1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more 1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254 1979 911 SC POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor Last edited by thstone; 07-08-2014 at 10:41 AM.