cedarbrook63

Thank you both very much for your prompt replies and advice. I will look into that.

Hello, I've literally just joined this forum. I recently traded in my 2010 2.0D for an ex-demo but effectively new 2015 2.0D automatic with all the bells and whistles except a spare wheel. It came with 225/60/18 wheels and Bridgestone tyres. I'm looking for a spare wheel to carry as I don't like or trust the injection foam repair system and I drive down to the Alps in the winter. Does anyone know if there is anywhere I can buy an 18 inch space saving wheel or even a full size 18 inch steel wheel? I took off my rear alloy today to see if it will fit in the well and it does! And the spare wheel compartment lid closes back down flush. I can store the tools etc. under the spare wheel or inside it and there isn't much room for it to move about. If I really have to, I will buy another alloy but it's an extravagance as a spare wheel. Is it possible/legal/safe/madness to use a smaller wheel with a higher profile tyre to bring a 17" wheel up to the diameter of the 18" regular wheels on this car? Thank you for any answers or suggestions.