hey mate. at the back the guard pretty much sits level with the top of the tyre and at the front there is a slight gap. I thought it would have gone lower but I am very happy with the end result as I can still negotiate driveways and speed bumps no worries, didnt have to roll guards at all even with a full car and full boot still no scrubbage. however I only have 245 tyres all round. as for price im not sure what the modensa are worth but I think these wheels retail for about $700 a rim plus I paid close to $300 for tyres fittted and balanced. hope that helps, craig