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I can't tell if these wheels will look awesome or terrible on my is.

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Old 05-23-11, 07:06 PM
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Default I can't tell if these wheels will look awesome or terrible on my is.

I found a real good deal on these but i'm afraid they may look tacky. I'm just looking for input from the pros. They are 18 inch with 225 45 18 with continental extreme contact tires.


Old 05-23-11, 07:09 PM
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Im say terrible but that just me. I say save up for something better and most member agree. But it is up to you on what you like on your ISx50
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If you're afraid they may look tacky, you obviously don't love them. Save up for a set of wheels you like (and don't have to second-guess). Rock your stockies until you find the perfect set!
Old 05-23-11, 07:17 PM
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what they said haha

when you start off if with the statement these might look tacky.... you dont seem to like them much yourself. wait till you see that pair that you think are bad *** soon as you see them . i think no matter if you spend 1000 to 5000 bucks their are tons of hot rims in all those price ranges
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Not digging the black inner barrels. How good is the deal? That's the question.
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I like the wheels I'm just not sure how they will look on the is. I guess I could go try them on. I talked the seller down to 400 so the deal is what's inciting me. 400 for 5 wheels with 4 good tires and they have camry TPSM's in them.
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Awesome and terrible are two extremes. But I think it falls closer to terrible.
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In this case i prefer the stock look.

But if you need good tires, $400 seems like a good deal especially with TPMS if they are compatible.
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at 400 that may not be such a bad deal if you gotta have some rims asap . cause i am sure you can still sell them for atleast 400 down the road if you want to upgrade.
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I've seen those wheels before, and I personally am not a fan.
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$400 i rather rock my stock wheels and buy some other aftermarket parts
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yea i rather roll on stockies than on these they look cheap/rice imo
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I say a no go, stocks looks way better than those
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Well this is just the input i was looking for. I appreciate the advice- I guess I'll be patient and wait until I find something I love.
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Quality questions aside, IMO five-spoke wheels do not suit the 2IS - they look better on coupes.


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