It's all good and well to consider all this for the SH, but I don't have one I'm sure this thread will helps others in the future though.

I'm leaning towards just getting tires - instead of a wheel/tire combo. The main thing preventing me from doing this is the cost/hassle of mounting new tires when I want to change for the appropriate season. I suppose it'll be worth it though.

It will be much easier to find the money for some 225/XX-16" azenis, and this way I won't regret spending too much wheels I didn't need.

It's probably a better option to keep my options open, and maybe go for the wheels when I get more into it... or get a job .

Thanks all, for helping me out. Keep in mind that I might change my mind again, haha it happens a lot. This whole process is a great learning and discussion experience though.

Now it's time to hit up ebay and maybe mike for some 16" azenis. But who knows what I'll come up with tomorrow, I promise not to spend money until a 2 week mediation period has past

EDIT: No luck with ebay - azenis arn't as common as I thought.
EDIT: No luck with the 225/45x16 size either. 215/45x16 will work though, with 1.9% difference than prelude stock. I suppose that works.