I've decided to get rid of my current '02 GMC Envoy in favor of a '14 Mazda 6 Touring w/ the technology package in Soul Red / sand interior. No dealer in the state has more than 1-2 of any trim on the lot so they've put in an order for one and they're going to keep looking 1x/week for a dealer trade. I'm excited!
Until then, I'm trying to make sure I'll be ready for the Iowa winter. Mounting/remounting winter tires on the stock wheels would cost me $$$ so I'm looking to downsize to 215/65R16.
That will set me back ~$960 shipped from Tire Rack for Michelin Xi3s on cheap alloys. Does this look like a solid plan or should I change it up?
It's a 36 month lease so I'm not willing to spend $$$ on nice wheels etc. I just want the extra safety.
Edit: Mods, feel free to move to rims/tires section.
Until then, I'm trying to make sure I'll be ready for the Iowa winter. Mounting/remounting winter tires on the stock wheels would cost me $$$ so I'm looking to downsize to 215/65R16.
That will set me back ~$960 shipped from Tire Rack for Michelin Xi3s on cheap alloys. Does this look like a solid plan or should I change it up?
It's a 36 month lease so I'm not willing to spend $$$ on nice wheels etc. I just want the extra safety.
Edit: Mods, feel free to move to rims/tires section.
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