Who is running 17's lowered but NOT on coilovers

[da20valve]

So who here is running 17's on lowered springs, aftermarket shocks and are happy with the way it rides.

[HMT]

I am, and i'm very happy with the current setup, but dont know if it's much of a help to you since i'm running german springs.
Still, they are fairly soft, yet low and the ride is great with Kayaba Excel G shocks.
Wheels are OZ Superleggera 7x17" and after owning and running various sets of wheels on my BA, these are by far the best in terms of ride, braking and handling.
Due to the low mass, changes in direction as well as bumps are handled much better than with heavier wheels. Also, the relatively narrow width makes for a much more agile turn in, at least in my experience.
But then, some people care less about these things, so in the end it's all down to personal taste.