will 17x9.0 fit on the front of a altezza?

Possibly, but you'll need a large offset, probably around 48 or more. May even need some arch work doing.

I have 18*8 on the front with no problem so dont see why not

But whats your "offset"?

I'd guess it's too wide for the front. With an offset bigger than 35 it makes the inside of the rim touch the upper wishbone, with an offset smaller than 45 the outside of the rim will stick outside the wheel arch.

Maximum practically would be an 8,5" rim with an Offset of 35 to 38.

41 offset. The rear tyres are the stretched look jap thing and the rim is level with the body but never had rubbing

i bought for the front 18x8.5j and for the rear 18x9.5j.

im thinking of gettin the same but not sure how it will look, you got any pics mate ? thanks

the off set for the volk te37 i picked was

Front: 18x8.5 ET39
Rear: 18x9.5 ET43