Advice: UK Reg R 1998 V70 2.5 10v - Wheel Upgrade

Hi

Quick question regarding changing the wheels on my 1998 V70.

Currently fitted are the T5 16" alloys and have had no issues with
fitting/tyre wear etc.

I have been offered a set of the 17" T5R alloys (black finish) - My question
is will these fit without problems?

I need two new tyres and the difference between the 16" and 17" rubber is
only a few quid.

I am considering either fitting Conti Sport Contact3 or Bridgestone Potenza
RE050A in 205/45 R17 88W size - any views on which is the best? I've always
found conti give a good combo of dry/wet grip and life., but am open to
suggestion.

Thanks in advance

Jason Russell

 

Oh, additional info: I have upgraded the brakes to EBC Turbo Groove discs
and Green stuff pads all round, but these are regular size (i.e. the
standard 15" wheels still fit) - What brake upgrade options do I have? I
understand that Volvo at one point offered an AP Racing kit, but understand
this is very pricy!

 

I would imagine your car has the T5 spec 302mm front discs as it has the 16"
perfo's. A 15" rim will only fit if it has the 280mm discs.

So the 17"'s will fit no probs.

Yes, Volvo did offer an AP racing set up as a dealer fit option only on the
70 series, but they are both *very* rare, and also *very* (£1500) expensive.

Hope this helps.

Tim.
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