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Old 01-21-2016, 02:22 PM
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Nothing wrong with the actual, I do like it, but after 5 year of ownership, I want to change the look (to something that I also like), in addition, I want simpler wheels to clean, with less crevices and angles.....I will stay with 18” ...

I have narrowed down my choices to Victor wheels because of the price and looks.....in addition, they are on sale with free shipping, and can get a staggered set delivered to my home for less than $1050.00

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First 2 are the current wheels (they look like Victor Innsbruck, but with polished lip)

Picture 4 – Victor Baden, my first choice (they look different and do not remind me of anything else, hence first choice...easy to clean)

Picture 5 - Victor Zhen, second choice (they remind me of BMW wheels, a little more to clean)


Last picture - Victor Turismo, third choice (they remind me of factory wheels, easy to clean, but too close to factory)

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Old 01-21-2016, 02:26 PM
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My vote goes to Victor Zhen and second choice would be Victor Baden.
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Old 01-21-2016, 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by pesuazo
I want to change the look (to something that I also like). Opinions ?
which one do YOU LIKE the most? BUY THAT.
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I like Victor Baden. The remind me a bit of the classic Fuch alloys, but much more modern. Maybe just a nod to the Fuch, definitely not a clone.




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I vote for the ten-spokes.
Old 01-21-2016, 06:16 PM
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I like your originals
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10 spokes
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Originally Posted by JTT
I like your originals
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10 spoke...
Old 01-21-2016, 08:12 PM
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Another vote for the current ones. If you want a change, get em painted. I'm not a fan of black wheels on a black cars, it's just too much. The lip is kinda odd in that it makes it look like you have white walls
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10 spoke. Remind a little of the Sepang wheels that used to be an option on the XJR.


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My vote is 10 spoke as well.
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I vote 5 spoke/your first choice. Remind me of RUF 993 wheels:


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Thanks for all the feedback guys !

The Turismo have been dropped from consideration.....wife also likes the Baden/Zhen's

The existing will be for sale soon after the choice is made....I will keep the original 17's as a back up.
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