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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 07:58 PM
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Someone asked once on another thread about anyone selling new center caps for the stock rims. Has anyone seen anything new about this. I don't like the stock rims but the cost of new ones isn't attractive and I don't really want something too flashy (e.g. 20"). There are some cool wheels hiding under those dinner plates. This picture shows what stock rims with new caps could look like (crude but gives you the basic idea).
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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 08:51 PM
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You have a $65k car! Don't cheat it by jimmy-riggin' the stock wheels! No offense, but I would think about biting the bullet on some classy looking after market wheels; you'll be glad you did!
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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 09:03 PM
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This has been discussed 1ce or 2wice b4. You may be able to find a good shop to modify the discs but beware, if you decide to do this mod, you will be able to see the rim on the inside of the disc near the edges of the cut disc. It may look strange.

On another note, you don't necessarily have to go with 20" aftermarket wheels. I've got 19s on and imo, they are just fine. There are some very good quality 19" and even 20" wheels out there for good prices. Go to the wheels forum and ask the resident wheel experts there. Or better yet, ask 1 of the wheel vendors there. They have some great specials.

hope this helps!

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Old Aug 2, 2002 | 08:52 PM
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I think what SC430! was interested in is a replacement hub cap which would reveal the brakes and the nice looking 5 spoke wheels. Most negative comments about the wheel concerns the large Bugatti style center hubcap. If someone would produce a conservatively styled 5 spoke design they would sell them by the bunches.
The benefit compared to going to aftermarket wheels would be...
Retain stock offset.
Retain run flat sensors.
Save a ton of $$$.
Don't need to deal with small changes always present with aftermarket wheels. No rubbing, hard ride, heavier wheels.
Keep the original tires. (No need to throw away your tires.)
If you don't like the new look, the OEM caps bolt right back on.
If it is a leased car converting back to stock is a snap.
Etc...etc...etc.
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