GM3coupe

My mate who has no internet access has just bought a VR6 Corrado, He wants to fit 17" x 8" ET35 Wheels. With 205/40/17 Tyres The car is standard with no suspension mods. Will these fit OK without the arches / Strut catching the wheels? What about if he lowered it slightly? I personally thought a 7.5" rim would have been better but he cant get the wheels he wants in that size. Cheers for looking GM