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Old 02-06-08, 09:48 PM
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So after a lot of debates with myself regarding which wheels to get, I finally got the upper hand and picked the SSR Vienna Rossetti, Mark from Prestigious Society just happened to have them on Sale for the CL members a month or so ago, so I couldn’t pass on the opportunity
So I went with a 19” staggered setup, 19x8.5 in the front and 19x9.5 in the back
I wrapped them in what seems to be the best rubber out there, some Michelin PS2 245/35-19 front and 275/30-19 rear.
I choose to conservatively go with the 19” because I wanted to keep the same wheel diameter, keep a nice smooth ride and avoid rubbing at all cost.

I’m delighted with the result, handling is so much better the PS2 grip much more than the OEM Bridgestone, the ride quality is so much better than the OEM run flats and the looks, man the looks...








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For theses that do not follow this forum carefully, my car is a '07 GS450h, lowered on Tanabe NF210, Tint is GSN40 Greystone, 6k HID, 7k Fog and LED parking light. That is all for now, there is much more to come...
Old 02-06-08, 10:46 PM
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Prestigious Society giving hot cars hot rims once again!!! LOVE that look, the black cut goes with the black car and the rim choice is not your typical choice but still looks fantastic.
Old 02-06-08, 10:54 PM
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wow, looks very sharp! congrats!
Old 02-07-08, 12:28 AM
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what an ugly pair of shoes......JUST KIDDING !!!
love the setup...I just love pristine black cars.
great taste.
Old 02-07-08, 01:24 AM
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wow...nice setup...u should have went with 20's with the correct offset and lowered tanabe nf210 there wouldn't be any rubbing issue....but 19s are looking good on ur ride.
Old 02-07-08, 07:33 AM
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Very nice, those wheels really compliment your car
Old 02-07-08, 08:00 AM
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They look great - good work!
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Congrats!!

Although I think 19's on the 3GS is small, the wheels you picked looks very good and sharp on your ride.
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dang looks awesome lol.....i didnt exect this when i click this thread lol..........props man 3-6 weeks b4 i get mine in (hopefully)
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Really sweet wheels. I have a black 300 and have been looking for the right set. These are just about the nicest esthetic fit I've seen. Good Show!
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Damn! very nice!!
Makes me want rims for my black 350 that much more!
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how did you get your calipers like that
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A little something different than the split, five or multi-spoke designs we normally see.
Not bad...you get a B+ for being different. Need 20's to get an A.

Just having fun. Nice work.
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Originally Posted by whlkev
how did you get your calipers like that
I painted them, here is the thread detailing the process: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=291932

Originally Posted by reggiek
Not bad...you get a B+ for being different. Need 20's to get an A.
Actually with the hybrid being heavier, the Tanabe springs settle much lower than with a GS350 or GS430/GS460, and as I say in the post, I wanted to really avoid compromising the ride quality and comfort, so no 20" for me... Oh and BTW I should still get an A for originality and uniqueness...
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Damn, that's a hot lookin' ride!!!


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