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chekraze 05-15-2019 09:29 PM

GTS wheel question
 
I like the GTS and would shop for a used one. Maybe the one thing I don’t care for as much are the solid black wheels. I think after market centerlocks are going to be a bit too expensive for me to change out so I wanted to know what are some of good options that a wheel refinisher could maybe do to give the stock wheels a better look? For the record one of my favorite looks is the painted Sport Techno.

I have seen some cars with five lug Carrera S wheels and I suppose that’s one option for me. And it seems those cars are priced better? If so by how much?

Any reason the painted sport techno wouldn’t look as good on a GTS as on a regular widebody 991?

Bob Z. 05-15-2019 11:18 PM

I ordered my GTS with the 5 spokes, in Satin Black, since I did not like the look of the centerlocks, but some feel the latter are a hassle so cars like mine are not less money, if that is what you mean by priced better. Every car has to be judged as a whole taking into account every option, or lack thereof, color, etc. and most importantly what you are willing to pay for what you want. You can always buy the wheels you want after you buy a car and sell the take-offs so don't let those dictate your decision.

chekraze 05-16-2019 01:48 AM


Originally Posted by Bob Z. (Post 15843640)
I ordered my GTS with the 5 spokes, in Satin Black, since I did not like the look of the centerlocks, but some feel the latter are a hassle so cars like mine are not less money, if that is what you mean by priced better. Every car has to be judged as a whole taking into account every option, or lack thereof, color, etc. and most importantly what you are willing to pay for what you want. You can always buy the wheels you want after you buy a car and sell the take-offs so don't let those dictate your decision.


By 5 spoke do you mean Sport Techno? Can you post a pic?

jlee504 05-16-2019 07:36 AM

I looked into having the black center lock wheels refinished. i'm sure there are vendors in Dallas/Plano can paint them any color you want. I'm going to redo mine in silver like the GT3 wheels.

You can CXX them from the factory but its uber expensive. I got a quote for $1500 I think to redo mine

Mcx 05-16-2019 07:43 AM

I had some extra centrelock wheels made up by BC forged (UK importer but I know they sell into US) not too expensive. Also another option is to have the std wheels diamond cut like on the turbo, I'm 99% sure it's the same wheel.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...2e9becd43e.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...dbd4c0538b.jpg

Bob Z. 05-16-2019 09:30 AM


Originally Posted by chekraze (Post 15843917)
By 5 spoke do you mean Sport Techno? Can you post a pic?

Here is what I ordered, Carrera S wheels (no charge option):

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...d7c30eb127.jpg

chekraze 05-16-2019 12:22 PM


Originally Posted by Mcx (Post 15844135)
I had some extra centrelock wheels made up by BC forged (UK importer but I know they sell into US) not too expensive. Also another option is to have the std wheels diamond cut like on the turbo, I'm 99% sure it's the same wheel.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...2e9becd43e.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...dbd4c0538b.jpg


Is your car the second picture in graphite blue? That’s a nice looking wheel and color

GKGEIGER 05-16-2019 02:37 PM


Originally Posted by chekraze (Post 15843462)
I like the GTS and would shop for a used one. Maybe the one thing I don’t care for as much are the solid black wheels. I think after market centerlocks are going to be a bit too expensive for me to change out so I wanted to know what are some of good options that a wheel refinisher could maybe do to give the stock wheels a better look? For the record one of my favorite looks is the painted Sport Techno.

I have seen some cars with five lug Carrera S wheels and I suppose that’s one option for me. And it seems those cars are priced better? If so by how much?

Any reason the painted sport techno wouldn’t look as good on a GTS as on a regular widebody 991?

My car is at the dealer as I write this. I'm having my CL satin black wheels powder coated in Platinum. Should be back middle of next week. If you're interested I'll post a picture here. It will also be on another thread.

9ELOVIN 05-16-2019 02:43 PM

Plenty of options...
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...b414a3890c.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...246b6eb78e.jpg

mdkrp 05-20-2019 04:03 AM

Gkgeiger-
I would like to see a pic of your powder coated wheels. I have been thinking of doing the same.
Thx

mdrums 05-20-2019 06:13 AM

Checkraze, aftermarket center lock wheels do not cost more that 5 lug wheels. Check,out Forgeline wheels for example on pricing...or look at the BBS FI-R on Tire Rack. Also if you are just looking for a great looking strong wheel that comes in many finishes look at OZ HLT wheels for your car on a Tire Rack. HRE also has a Flow Form-wheel too that is nice looking...Wheels Boutique, Tag and somemother Rennlist vendors sell them.


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