Bimmerman Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I really like these, may concider getting these when it is time for new wheels next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I'm actually looking at BBS wheels for my car when it is done... Not sure which model yet, but those are nice... Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zguitar71 Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 Very nice but about $650+ per wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2126 Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I really like these' date=' may concider getting these when it is time for new wheels next year.[img']http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/bbs/swap/bbs_lm_ci3_l.jpg[/img] IMO, excellent choice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxilary Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I have a pic at home of my Z with those wheels photoshopped on. I'll post it when I get home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimmerman Posted November 2, 2005 Author Share Posted November 2, 2005 Very nice but about $650+ per wheel. But I think on a one time purchase like this it is worth it. Wheels can make or break the look of a car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 I"ll have to dig through some "stuff", but I'm pretty sure I can get a set of those in the width I was looking for in 17inch size for about $1400. When you consider that CCWs are only about $1800 shipped, might want to check them out as well... Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevej Posted November 2, 2005 Share Posted November 2, 2005 Have one piece 120 per wheel knock offs in 17x7.5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JAMIE T Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 Stevej, NICE. Your car looks fantasic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudypoochris Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 Have one piece 120 per wheel knock offs in 17x7.5 SWEEET! Where did you get those if i might ask? Also what are your tire specs? Those wheels look kind of big on the Z, i was afraid of that, is your Z lowered? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ON3GO Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 i had them on my Z32 after i sold the Volk TE-37's... awesome wheels, they make any car look much more rich and classier. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimmerman Posted November 3, 2005 Author Share Posted November 3, 2005 Have one piece 120 per wheel knock offs in 17x7.5 What drop do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S15 200sx owner Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 I have a pic at home of my Z with those wheels photoshopped on. I'll post it when I get home Please do, i cant wait to see it, i want these wheels or the very similar Work VS XX rims in 17x10 and 17x9. Looking forward to the pic Aux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proxlamus© Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 what brand name are those knock off's and where did ya buy em?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxilary Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 I can't find it It might be on another machine, but I'll keep looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 I'll throw out another comment here... Make sure you know what you're buying when doing "knock-offs" especially if you plan to do any high speed events. BBS wheels are manufactured to the highest standards in the world. Their wheels won't come appart like the HRE wheels that have been put on the ban list by SCCA. You defenitely want strength over light weight. A lot of these aftermarket wheels are fine for street use. But I'd not run them on the track. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzzzzzz Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 I have 17 x 7 RacingHart C2's on my 240Z. This wheel looks very similar to the wheel sans the rivets. These also have center covers that give the appearance of a true knock-off (no, not a cheap wheel). Their not up to BBS quality but are a very good wheel just the same. I'd trust them on the track. The look is awesome in my opinion and works well with the 30 y.o. lines of the Z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2126 Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 When choosing wheels, be aware that there are cast wheels and there are forged wheels......the latter being more expensive. The forged wheels are usally the lightest and are intended for racing. The forging process results in a stronger grain structure and allows the wheel to be built light but yet strong. However, cast wheels are fine but usally weigh more and cost less and will typically survive the many obsticles the street has to offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevej Posted November 3, 2005 Share Posted November 3, 2005 Yeah, I wasn't quite sure about them when I got them either. They're ASA wheels from a couple of years ago and I've had them sitting around. Tire rack sells ASA and they're licensed by BBS so I thought they should be ok until I figure out the whole setup. I was trying to see what I could fit under the fenders with coil overs and spaced out enough to clear the wilwood calipers. The 245.245.17 tires are about as wide as I can go now. Not sure I like the huge wheel look on the car and but I'm thinking I'll be changing it around as I'll want some more rubber on the road. It's got a stock LS1/T56 in it now but I've already got a cam, intake and valve train stuff that should push it over 400hp at the rear wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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