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Can I fit larger wheels?

Can I change the wheels on my A6 2.0l Avant from 205x55x16 to 225x50x17 they both have pcd112 and 51.7 bore?

Asked on 12 March 2013 by gaz3099

Answered by Honest John
Would be a mistake. Will harm the ride and increase your tyre bulls to absolutely no benefit.

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