Well got back from the dealer...turns out that the wheel bearings were not bad at all, but that I have a bent rim which is causing the noise (due to the tire being out of round, obviously)....

sooooo.....I guess the choice now is either replace the rim or get a set of new ones. If I get new ones, I want them in OEM size (17x7.5?) so I can use the same tires, which are pretty new. Don't have the $$ at this point to invest in 18's and tires.

Any suggestions on some clean looking rims that are not too flashy and look not too far off from the OEM rims? I like the Miglia Evo's but am certainly open to suggestions (pictures, please!).

My requirements are simple: stock size and fairly inexpensive (if that's possible) and look good. Help is much appreciated!

My other options that I am open to are:
get another OEM rim (anyone have one for sale?) - I'm talking the OEM 17's on the 2k-2k1 max.
get a set of used rims that look good (in OEM size)...anyone upgrading to 18's and want to sell theirs?

 

We have a wheel shop out here that has a bunch of OEM wheels that they buy from people etc. I could see if they have one thats in good shape and ship it out to you. Let me know and Ill get you prices etc.

 

Sounds good...I'm gonna check out the local scene and see if I can score some around here.....if not, then I'll hit you up. Thanks.