aftermarket wheels: like it, love it, or hate them?

valleyrider said:
Once you get into sports cars like those a new set of wheels is something to help with performance as well, not just for looks.

When you are talking a few thousand per wheel you dont see as many out on the road as you do when comparing to wheels that are a few hundred each.

Ferrari also comes with HRE stock on some of their models so really not much to upgrade to unless you want a different look.

I have a Porsche and if I had spare money to upgrade to HRE's I would but the cost is not worth it to me right now so they stay stock.
28ONE said:
HRE's are sick but man $$$
Matt-erhorn said:
I definitely agree, HRE's are so freaking beautiful but just so so much money.
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Forgelines are also nice after-market wheels!

Bob
 
depends on the car and wheels, some cars look better with the OEM wheels. sometimes the wheels will look good but then there will be a gap where it will need a drop (on many not all) otherwise it will look like it's in 4 X 4 mode...
 
Some aftermarket wheels enhance performance with wider width (more grip) and lighter in weight.
 
I am definitely for them given the quality of the wheels are matched with the caliber of car.

I just picked up these HRE P40sc's and couldnt be happier. The car performs better and looks more appealing over stock (to me).
 
r_matt_6 said:
I am definitely for them given the quality of the wheels are matched with the caliber of car.

I just picked up these HRE P40sc's and couldnt be happier. The car performs better and looks more appealing over stock (to me).
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Now see that's just automotive porn right there!!!

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r_matt_6 said:
I am definitely for them given the quality of the wheels are matched with the caliber of car.

I just picked up these HRE P40sc's and couldnt be happier. The car performs better and looks more appealing over stock (to me).
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Wow that is absolutely stunning! Love me some HRE's.
 
Yeah HREs are on another level when it comes to wheels..imo
 
I a firm believer in aftermarket wheels in most cases. I just don't like the look of many OEM wheels. Most of the time...

I've had some cars with OEM wheels I never liked but could never justify the cost of replacing. Others I really don't like, but can't find anything that looks better. And ocassionaly a rare moment comes around with cars like my wife's Toyota SUV and my GTI where I really like the OEM set-up.

On the whole, I don't think there is any German car that can't be improved with a set of tasetfully sized BBS's.
 
I think it all depends in what you consider aftermarket, I am against anything that starts or ends with DUB, but I am all for aftermarket that compliments the car rather than make a fashion statement.

Take for consideration my charger,

These are stock R/T rims painted black:
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But I'm in the process of purchasing the dodge viper rims that also look great, aftermarket? For a charger yes,

This what they look like on a charger, I think it compliments the car very well;

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^^ That looks dope! Those Viper wheels look like they were made for the Charger.

I am what you call a Wheel Wh*re!

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Obviously...suspension changes and other exterior mods too.
 
Wheels are a quick way to drastically change the appearance of a car, even though they can be expensive. I am not a big fan of chrome wheels for the most part. When i bought my T/A it had these chrome wheels on it which I was really not a big fan off. So they were changed out pretty quick.

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After
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Although I thinking I am going to be picking up a setup like this sometime in the future
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staat.t said:
I think it all depends in what you consider aftermarket, I am against anything that starts or ends with DUB, but I am all for aftermarket that compliments the car rather than make a fashion statement.

Take for consideration my charger,

These are stock R/T rims painted black:
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But I'm in the process of purchasing the dodge viper rims that also look great, aftermarket? For a charger yes,

This what they look like on a charger, I think it compliments the car very well;

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Night and day difference in my opinion :xyxthumbs:
 
StangFan25 said:
The following picture of my car shows how I feel about after market wheels....

American Racing Deep Dish Bullets

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SickTRed08FSI said:
^^ That looks dope! Those Viper wheels look like they were made for the Charger.

I am what you call a Wheel Wh*re!

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And in oldest to newest:









Obviously...suspension changes and other exterior mods too.
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Changing your wheels more than I change underwear. Wheels are probably one if the easiest ways to make a new look. :xyxthumbs:
 
CowboyTruckn said:
Changing your wheels more than I change underwear. Wheels are probably one if the easiest ways to make a new look. :xyxthumbs:
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Yea. I have a new look for this summer as well. It will slow down now that I have a baby and rather spend that $$$ on her.


Bob, I enjoy your dry sense of humor.
 
Very rarely have I seen Aftermarket wheels that I like. For me personally, they looK very try hard. I'm old school so the OEM wheels complete the look of the ride but that's just my opinion...

I am sure it is age related - under 25 and you love hotted up cars, 25-35 you don't really care, and 35+ you understand they look stupid.

The only caveat is that a higher level OEM wheel on a standard moDel looks ok. i.e. 19" Golf GTI Detroits on a lower trim level Golf looks ok.
 
I`m 28. I see my love for a lot of modding slowing down. I`m at the phase where I want my next car to resemble a Grown man who still loves speed. Basically, I want a sedan that is fast, and looks amazing factory. I miss my 300C SRT-8. I sold it when I moved up here. Couldn`t bare to see it in the salt, plus I had never driven in snow before.
 


My favorite of all the wheels you've had!
 
Digger11 said:
Very rarely have I seen Aftermarket wheels that I like. For me personally, they looK very try hard. I'm old school so the OEM wheels complete the look of the ride but that's just my opinion...

I am sure it is age related - under 25 and you love hotted up cars, 25-35 you don't really care, and 35+ you understand they look stupid.

The only caveat is that a higher level OEM wheel on a standard moDel looks ok. i.e. 19" Golf GTI Detroits on a lower trim level Golf looks ok.
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I'm only 3 years away from realizing my cars look stupid. :doh:
Sure this is a detailing forum but real car enthusiasts will understand there's more to owning a car than keeping it clean. At least for me a huge chunk of enjoyment in my car hobby goes towards customizing/tailoring my car to my tastes. Additionally, I like my car to perform the best as possible ...hence the reason i have lightweight forged single piece HRE's.

So yeah...wheel appearance is important but they can serve other functions rather than to just look "dope" or "fly" lol. E.g. I have a separate set of wheels for the track and another set just for snow/winter.

Don't get me wrong...I see plenty of wheels on a daily basis I'd label "stupid" but it's a bit bold to label the views of a specific age group.
 
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