I think a lot of distaste for modern rim sizes is the 35 and 40 aspect ratios that typically come with them. If you look for a 45 or 50 series in 17" diameters, you can restore a lot of the original look.

If you do stick with 15" tires, M/T SR and Maxxis Marauder may be the newest designs out there in 15" street tires.