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I am considering buying a new MINI Countryman Cooper S. Am I better off buying the 18-inch or 17-inch wheels? Is there anything else I should consider?

Asked on 5 April 2012 by HEJS

Answered by Honest John
For comfort, 17-inch wheels. If you like spending money on tyres, broken wheel rims and osteopaths, go for the 18s.
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