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For initial cost, sure, however the taller/bigger/different tread tires are going to eat up brake pads faster, more unsprung weight is harder on shocks as well. (earlier replacement), and I would expect a 1-2 MPG fuel economy hit from the 33's which does add up over time. Plus another $75 per tire for replacement. (5 x $75 = $375, tire rack average prices). The added running costs are not life changing, but they do exist.I don't think it's worth it when it's only $800 more for Squatch.
You are also likely to lose 30 miles of range in a 4-door and 25 in the 2-door. That might be a hassle as well.
Again, considering the total cost of maintaining SAS in your calculations, minus (if any) boost in resale value, would give you a better overall picture of the true cost of that added inch of height.
Toys are toys though, if someone wants it, get it, just suggesting a more realistic appraisal of the cost difference over 50K miles before assuming it is just the sticker price difference. If it was $1500 more over the next two years, would it still be worth it to you? (obviously rhetorical)
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