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Old 08-23-14, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Joe Z
And for sure legit forged wheels, manufactured by BBS

Enjoy,

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buzzsaw wheels would be worth it if you arent getting aftermarket. Or you could get same specs as OEM and get LFA looking wheels
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Those standard look the best of the IMO. There are going to be some pretty hot aftermarket versions. Can't wait to see the pics.
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If the option two wheels were concave and finished with a dark or gunmetal face, itd be perfect. But theyre not, so standard wheels look best imo.
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I'll take option two please
Old 08-24-14, 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by TF109B
If the option two wheels were concave and finished with a dark or gunmetal face, itd be perfect. But theyre not, so standard wheels look best imo.
I don't know... I just can't get into this flat design...

Close ups show the odd lay out on each split spoke, especially at the bead edge..

They are at least symmetrical and won't have a Left & Ride side.

Ever since the preview wheel photo in January, this one never caught my eye..!!

And trust me I'm pretty critical on wheel designs

When I sat down with the Chief Engineer during product planning for the "next F", we went over long laundry list for the IS F.

Good to see my in sight on having Left & Right side dedicated rotors worked into production this time around.


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Originally Posted by Joe Z
I don't know... I just can't get into this flat design...

Close ups show the odd lay out on each split spoke, especially at the bead edge..

They are symmetrical and won't have a Left & Ride side.

Ever since the preview wheel photo in January, this one never caught my eye..!!

And trust me I'm pretty critical on wheel designs

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You're right about the bead edge, never noticed that before. Both option wheels will be so difficult to clean.
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suggest to them to make LFA style wheels for all F cars
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Originally Posted by TimboIS
You're right about the bead edge, never noticed that before. Both option wheels will be so difficult to clean.
I don't think I've ever detailed the wheels myself to be honest and when I see more than five spokes I don't even think about cleaning them period

Don't mind my remark but I noticed that people on forums love to detail their wheels for some reason so to me who waxes a car once in a lifetime (maybe) it is quite interesting that someone would take into consideration ease of maintenance for their choice of wheels as well.
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I like the first wheels, Although it won't matter much b/c as soon as my RC-f arrives, its getting flat bedded for some Vossens.
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All that work and craftsmanship for rims that are hideous looking. Its ashame. But I agree with the quorum here, the standards wheels look the best.
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all the wheels look pretty good
in terms of looks i would prioritize lowering springs before switching out new wheels
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I actually like the look of the standard wheels more.
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They're all pretty ugly to me. I'd go with some nice aftermarket wheels.
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Originally Posted by Kira X
They're all pretty ugly to me. I'd go with some nice aftermarket wheels.
I have the highest levels of respect for BBS, I've owned their wheels and gotten to know some of them personally. Amazing people. I think they did a great job with offering 3 stock wheels.

That said the RC F has exaggerated fenders and more space for wider and bigger shoes. I see a huge market for not just 20s but 21s and don't be surprised to see some guys squeeze 22s on there (I know I know).

Hopefully something fun happens soon.
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