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Old 03-04-14, 11:04 AM
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Talking New to Lexus world....

Hi, just wanted to say hi to everyone since I just purchase my first 08 Lexus IS250 AWD.

I'm planning on modding the exterior asap. Just wanted to hear suggestions and thoughts.

Wheels/tire/suspension: Staggered with XXR 530's. F-19x8.5 + 30offset, R-19x10 + 40offset with F-245-35-19, R-275-35-19 tires. I'm planning to drop it with some Megan EZ Coilovers. I'm looking to be flush out.

I do plan to get front, side, and back lips but just not sure which one yet, and spoiler with all around visors, and maybe exhaust to finish it out.

What mod do you think I'll have to do? Will this require rolling fender's? Is offset good?

Thanks.
Old 03-04-14, 11:34 AM
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>_< Avoid XXRs if your wallet can avoid it. Wheels like that shatter.
Old 03-04-14, 12:18 PM
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Welcome; please read up on the issues AWD owners come across when lowered on here. It might change your mind.
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I actually were thinking about the exact same XXR 530 set up for my car. However, a quick research on the brand XXR will steer you away. Try google it and you will see why I stay away from it. I'm saving money for Enkei Raijin or TSW Nurburgring. They look very similar with great quality.
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I had XXRs on my last car for a year and they are completely fine for a dd. I hit quite a few potholes with them and I wasn't worried.....you know why? $140 and I could have had another at my door.

Get what you want....after all it is your car.
Old 03-05-14, 04:35 AM
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I will research on the xxr's more. I've seen good reviews on them so far until now.

I want to have the car drop a couple inch with my selection I posted earlier. I want as close to it being as flush as possible without it rubbing or having to roll my fender's. I'm not going to slam it or anything which I'm not really into, just low enough to see the the drop, so will these rims and tires size work for me?
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