acecert

Just visited my dealer yesterday for my vehicle's first oil change. A wheel manufacturer has come up with 3 different 1 piece forged wheels that go on the LS 460. 3 Finishes: Chrome, Powder Coat, Clear Coat. I saw the FT58 on an LS and was surprised that it looked so good. (Click on the tire images on the top to see a large version of the wheel and also click on the large car image to rotate the wheels so you can see each of them mounted in the display).

Just passing on the info in case anyone is interested in this type/style of wheel. They come in both 19" and 20".

http://forge-tec.com/lexus/ls/20/index.html

RA40

iTrader: (6)

I like the FT57, the FT58 isn't bad either...my preference would be for a bit of lip on the FT58 though. What prices are they asking?

acecert

They only sell to dealers. It pays to shop around..Tustin Lexus was doing an install/purchase (includes 20" Yokohama Advan Sport tires) for almost $10,000! When I checked with 3 other Lexus dealers, they would do it for $5,000-$5,500.

Luxofreak

If the 57 had 7 spokes it would be perfect.

acecert

Great minds think alike..I was hoping for 1 or 2 more spokes on that rim myself. I'm going to have them bring that rim to the dealer so that I can see it with the car to see what it looks like proportionately and how much actual exposure there will be through the wheel.

Luxofreak

Nice! If you get to take pics post them here.

acecert

I went to the dealer today to check out the 5 spoke style rim (FT57)...in the link to the wheel pics, the spokes on the rim look proportionate to the actual link (of the rim alone). However, when you view the website picture of it mounted on the car it looks like it needs one or more spokes as you previously mentioned (and I agreed) because of the apparent wide openings between the spokes. After seeing the wheel in person, I can tell you that the 20" rim looks exactly like the pic of the rim itself, not like the rendering of the one in the pic where it is mounted on the car. The picture of it mounted to the car looks to have longer spokes and very wide openings between the spokes which isnt' the case at all. In short, the wheel looks good and has the thickness and depth to match the LS's size with good proportion.

I also saw the second wheel, FT58, mounted on a silver vehicle like mine and it actually looked good. Seeing it in person was great. I'm not a real fan of chrome and with that wheel, it didn't feel overdone because of the thin spokes rather than having thick surfaces on the wheel that would reveal more chrome/shine.

The FT59 doesn't do anything for me...just didn't care for the rim style.

All of these wheels would be for those that do not care to have a lip on their wheels, and like a forged, 1 piece wheel. They are also covered under the vehicle's warranty as they can only be purchased through a Lexus dealership.

If I get any of the two that I liked, I'll post a picture for you.

Luxofreak

Nice report, thanks for that! I see where you're coming from on your thoughts. Wheels are such a personal thing because there are so many styles out there. All three models (well, actually the first two only) from that manufacturer come on a distant second choice for me, after the WALD Aufzahlen - if price wasn't a concern.

For my taste the WALD Aufzahlen is such a perfect wheel for the LS, even if the car isn't lowered. Problem of course is price. I might hold on my purchase now until I have enough to do it right. I just decided today to have my garage done by Premiere Garage so the wheels will have to wait a little.

But I am in love with the WALD Aufzahlens. For some reason the dish style wheel really gives this car a completely classy and sporty look at the same time.

Luxofreak

Just the wheel...

bjjones

Wald makes quality, high end wheels, but personally the Aufzahlen model looks tacky and doesn't enhance, but seems to take away the beautiful
lines of the car.

MPLexus301

iTrader: (3)

FT57 is really, really nice.

ESCAPED

The Lexus dealership here in Clearwater,FL. had the FT58 20" wheels on a silver LS.

wheelboy

You can find them at www.forge-tec.com

jpmotdyn

I went to the Lexus dealer up here in Roseville. They had some 20's and was asking $11,995 as the upgrade!! I asked why so much and they said the wheel was designed to work with the TPS and the intuitive park assist. I dont know if that was true or not. Im just waiting for my 22" Auto Coutures.

Heres a pic at the dealer.

ESCAPED

Definatly not what I would put on an LS.