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After seeing the photos, I do like the BBS wheels.
Here is the thing:
Both wheels are nice, and its obvious that each wheel presents differently on different cars.
The LS is a large bodied vehicle; wide and long and the wheel needs to compliment that.
So when it comes to wheel options, you can go one of two ways:
A larger wheel that will have thinner, straight forward spokes and show more of the rotor and caliper, or a wheel with a more complicated spoke pattern that will give the illusion (and will be) more "wheel", and see less of whats going on behind the wheel.
Theres nothing wrong with the Forgeline, its just a wheel with less material that allows for a more open look on a car.
Look at the center of the wheel and notice the minimal amount of material that stems from the hub area. Its just enough material circumference then the narrow spokes wing out.
I'd say more often you see these type of wheels on smaller sports cars, and wheels similar to these with a higher spoke count, on larger sedans.
Randomly search online for LS's with aftermarket 20"/21" wheels on them, you'll see exactly what I mean.
For example, a rim that has perhaps three times the number of spokes than the Forgeline but gives the illusion that its a "fuller" wheel, are the wheels on CJITTY's car, and they, to me, look fantastic.
The BBS wheels have more of an OEM look to them and have more material in the hub area to allow for a fuller look on a fuller, larger vehicle, and the spoke pattern breaks up the full appearance of the wheel.
So, it really depends on what overall look your trying to create for your car.
They are both nice wheels.
One is more of a sporty look, the other is more subtle with a sporty yet OEM feel/look.
Man, every day I want a different wheel. Yesterday BBS, the day before, those Forges. You would think I would be happy getting new wheels, but man, this is tough. But I take comfort in that I'm not the only crazy one like this. All over BMW, Audi, pretty much every enthusiast forum that I've read, people are just as bad and crazy as me, especially as the wheels get more expensive.
Really wish those BBS were natively hubcentric and my decision would be easy.
Originally Posted by CRowe14
After seeing the photos, I do like the BBS wheels.
Here is the thing:
Both wheels are nice, and its obvious that each wheel presents differently on different cars.
The LS is a large bodied vehicle; wide and long and the wheel needs to compliment that.
So when it comes to wheel options, you can go one of two ways:
A larger wheel that will have thinner, straight forward spokes and show more of the rotor and caliper, or a wheel with a more complicated spoke pattern that will give the illusion (and will be) more "wheel", and see less of whats going on behind the wheel.
Theres nothing wrong with the Forgeline, its just a wheel with less material that allows for a more open look on a car.
Look at the center of the wheel and notice the minimal amount of material that stems from the hub area. Its just enough material circumference then the narrow spokes wing out.
I'd say more often you see these type of wheels on smaller sports cars, and wheels similar to these with a higher spoke count, on larger sedans.
Randomly search online for LS's with aftermarket 20"/21" wheels on them, you'll see exactly what I mean.
For example, a rim that has perhaps three times the number of spokes than the Forgeline but gives the illusion that its a "fuller" wheel, are the wheels on CJITTY's car, and they, to me, look fantastic.
The BBS wheels have more of an OEM look to them and have more material in the hub area to allow for a fuller look on a fuller, larger vehicle, and the spoke pattern breaks up the full appearance of the wheel.
So, it really depends on what overall look your trying to create for your car.
They are both nice wheels.
One is more of a sporty look, the other is more subtle with a sporty yet OEM feel/look.
Maybe take a few weeks of and come back and see if you still feel the same. It sounds like it's gonna be a one time commitment so why rush it? You have plenty of time to find the perfect one for you.
I've found that when going aftermarket, it's best to take your time because it can be a rather large expense as well as nearly completely alter the look of the car.
Nothing at all wrong with taking your time with your selection, if you chose the aftermarket route at all.
I will say though, as it seems you've recently begun to experience, the constant looking and pondering can drive you nuts!
So at a certain point, which can only be determined best by you, you either pull the trigger or sit on the OEM's for a while.
02-01-16, 05:16 PM
