I am in the market for winter tires, so I thought I might as well get some nicer rims for the summer and use the stock rims for the winter tires. In my quest for an affordable set of rims I have come across quite a few and cannot decide what would be best. So I am in desperate need of some expert opinion on what would work/look best on a Red 8.

Since I will use the stock potenzas on these rims, I am sticking to the 18" wheels. Here are the rims that I am currently considering and their prices:

Motegi
Product Number: 2357881737
Size: 18x8
Product Description: 18X8 FF5 HB 5X100/5X4.5+37 BLACK
Backside Spacing (in/mm): 5.625/143
Offset: 37 mm
$188.00 each

5zigen
RX-6
18X7.5 5-114.3 43HB (50995)
$178.00each

A.Z.A Z-1
Finish: Hyper Light
Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3
Wheel Size: 18x8.5
Availability: In Stock
Warranty: 1 Year
Price: $224.00 (each)

My budget was to stay under $200 each, but if you think that the AZAs are well worth it then I may consider it. I will try to include pictures as well. Please let me know if you have any questions.

One other thing, the mechanic at the dealership told me that I should stay between 45 and 50mm in offset. Is that really true? Any other things about the rims that I should worry about? I know that the TPMS is a factor, but I think all these rims should accomodate that, correct?

Thanks for any input!

I'm not an expert by any means, but I sure dig the deep dish rivet look of the A.Z.A Z-1.

Have you considered getting a set of 17" wheels/tires for winter? That set up may be less expensive than what you're looking for. 18" winters are pretty expensive compared to 17" tires. Most members choose this alternative. Just a thought...

Offset is very important for handling as well as rubbing issues, especially since these will be your daily driven wheels. The recommended offset range seems to be about correct. TPMS does not work with all wheels. Scratch the 5Zigen because the width is less than stock.

IMHO your OEM has better performance value than any of the listed wheels. Just me though.

I agree with the person above...
rather then getting rims for the summer, get 17" rims for the winter.
The oem look better IMO, but out of those three the AZA's look the best