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Old 05-21-15, 08:11 PM
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I'm trying to figure out which wheels to get for my car, and I think I've narrowed it down to the ones below. Yes, they're all very similar but that's because I feel I want the five double spokes. Let me know what you guys think!

OPTION 1



OPTION 2



OPTION 3



OPTION 4



I tried to choose images that showed them all at the same angle on the car. Let me know what you guys think. Thanks!!

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Old 05-21-15, 08:32 PM
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I vote #4 - Work Kiwami's (CR Ultimate)
Old 05-21-15, 08:39 PM
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#4 all day , works CR Kiwami look great on the IS , these where my second choice of wheels
Old 05-21-15, 09:32 PM
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Works, if you don't mind the $. Velgen if you want some a little cheaper
Old 05-21-15, 10:35 PM
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*updated the original post with a larger picture for option 2 so you can have a better look*
Old 05-22-15, 06:28 AM
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I say Work are pretty cool ;-)
Old 05-22-15, 08:26 AM
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Personally think #2 and then #1 are the most aesthetically pleasing.
Old 05-22-15, 08:59 AM
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My pick is #1
Old 05-22-15, 09:12 AM
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Personally, I would say stick to 8.5" front and 9.5" rear. With that being said...

#1. Aesthetically they look great but you will lose too much function. 10.5" in the rear is unnecessary. You will be installing the same size tires on all wheels options here so either way you don't want the added weight of the wheels.

#2. My vote goes here. They wont cost an arm and a leg. They have a deep lip design and come in the right size and offset.

#3. Meh

#4. If you could spend a bit more, I would say get these as they are very light. Aesthetically, they are great. Well, the rear offset is great, not a fan of what the fronts looks like but it is what it is.
Old 05-22-15, 09:19 AM
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Here are couple more options...

Verde Axis



Advanty Hybris





Old 05-22-15, 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by PatrixUSA
Personally, looking at stance, height, tire meatiness and wheel color, option 3 appeals to me the most.
Try to ignore anything else besides the wheels (e.g. tires, suspension). Those things would be adjusted after I choose the wheels.
Old 05-22-15, 10:51 AM
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Concave Works CR Kiwami by far.
Old 05-22-15, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by criticalgt
Personally, I would say stick to 8.5" front and 9.5" rear. With that being said...

#1. Aesthetically they look great but you will lose too much function. 10.5" in the rear is unnecessary. You will be installing the same size tires on all wheels options here so either way you don't want the added weight of the wheels.

#2. My vote goes here. They wont cost an arm and a leg. They have a deep lip design and come in the right size and offset.

#3. Meh

#4. If you could spend a bit more, I would say get these as they are very light. Aesthetically, they are great. Well, the rear offset is great, not a fan of what the fronts looks like but it is what it is.
I'm pretty ignorant of the science and effects of wheel and tire sizes, so I'm wondering what's your reasoning for preferring 8.5 front and 9.5 rear, and saying that 10.5 is excessive.
I will mention that I am more concerned about aesthetics and looking aggressive, rather than performance or weight.
If it were up to me, I think I'd like the look of a 20" wheel with a deep concave....but I don't know if that's possible for this car.
Old 05-22-15, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Stero87
I'm pretty ignorant of the science and effects of wheel and tire sizes, so I'm wondering what's your reasoning for preferring 8.5 front and 9.5 rear, and saying that 10.5 is excessive.
I will mention that I am more concerned about aesthetics and looking aggressive, rather than performance or weight.
If it were up to me, I think I'd like the look of a 20" wheel with a deep concave....but I don't know if that's possible for this car.
20'' will work on the car. These are Velgen VMB6 20x9 & 20x10.5



Old 05-24-15, 06:57 PM
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#4 is beautiful! #1 is solid too!


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