Need rim ideas..
07-23-10, 10:18 AM
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Need rim ideas..
I have a black /black leather 2006 GS 300 awd..
i wanna get black rims with a chrome/polished lip.. deep
anyone got any pictures?? of black on black rims?? i cant find any pics i like
i wanna get black rims with a chrome/polished lip.. deep
anyone got any pictures?? of black on black rims?? i cant find any pics i like
07-23-10, 11:49 AM
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You're probably looking for all black, but I'm running Vossen vvs085 on my 07' Smoky Granite/Black... they were made for this car.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_v0neUj-VDa...stmugshots.jpg
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_v0neUj-VDa...stmugshots.jpg
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Are you looking for mesh? Spoke, if so how many? There are tons of rims out there. Also, how much do you want to spend? Like 187 said, check the wheel thread, you will get lots of ideas.
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I've never bought rims before. Are there any difference between the cheap cheap rims and the expensive rims other than esthetics? Is there ride quality difference? or durability difference?
07-24-10, 09:53 AM
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When you spend a few extra buck (and by that I mean thousands!! LOL.) you will get a wheel that is stronger and in most cases lighter as well. Can be repaired or replaced and will hold value better.
Plus cheap looks cheap.
Just my opinion but I hope it helps.
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Ok, maybe I'm just not getting it, but ......
why would you need to repair wheels? Are they repairable? I ask because my SL500 AMG chrome wheels supposedly is corroded and is leaking air and need to be refinished or replaced. This is after 4 years or use and I've never heard of this and I have a bunch of cars previously. The Costco guy says this is common with chrome wheels. Well, if this is common, then I'm going with cheap rims and replace 'em that way.
Also, cheap rims, do they drive like crap? I can't imagine it makes a difference unless they're some sort of China brand/China made $20/rim type of deal. I've only heard tires making a difference in drive/handling properties.
I'm looking at rims at about $120/rim. Is that pathetically cheap?
why would you need to repair wheels? Are they repairable? I ask because my SL500 AMG chrome wheels supposedly is corroded and is leaking air and need to be refinished or replaced. This is after 4 years or use and I've never heard of this and I have a bunch of cars previously. The Costco guy says this is common with chrome wheels. Well, if this is common, then I'm going with cheap rims and replace 'em that way.
Also, cheap rims, do they drive like crap? I can't imagine it makes a difference unless they're some sort of China brand/China made $20/rim type of deal. I've only heard tires making a difference in drive/handling properties.
I'm looking at rims at about $120/rim. Is that pathetically cheap?
07-25-10, 12:20 PM
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Ok, maybe I'm just not getting it, but ......
why would you need to repair wheels? Are they repairable? I ask because my SL500 AMG chrome wheels supposedly is corroded and is leaking air and need to be refinished or replaced. This is after 4 years or use and I've never heard of this and I have a bunch of cars previously. The Costco guy says this is common with chrome wheels. Well, if this is common, then I'm going with cheap rims and replace 'em that way.
Also, cheap rims, do they drive like crap? I can't imagine it makes a difference unless they're some sort of China brand/China made $20/rim type of deal. I've only heard tires making a difference in drive/handling properties.
I'm looking at rims at about $120/rim. Is that pathetically cheap?
why would you need to repair wheels? Are they repairable? I ask because my SL500 AMG chrome wheels supposedly is corroded and is leaking air and need to be refinished or replaced. This is after 4 years or use and I've never heard of this and I have a bunch of cars previously. The Costco guy says this is common with chrome wheels. Well, if this is common, then I'm going with cheap rims and replace 'em that way.
Also, cheap rims, do they drive like crap? I can't imagine it makes a difference unless they're some sort of China brand/China made $20/rim type of deal. I've only heard tires making a difference in drive/handling properties.
I'm looking at rims at about $120/rim. Is that pathetically cheap?
I was going to suggest rims I have, but at $120, you could buy just the 4 center caps....
Exactly how much pull was required on the rear fenders?