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Just getting around to posting some pictures of my wheel choice on my 991.1 Rodium Silver C2S.
I had Carrera Classic wheels, and while I would have preferred some Carrera S wheels initially, I came to like how easy they were to live with. Brake dust never showed in the barrel or between spokes, I could just spot clean the face and they shined up nice. It is kind of cool that they have this rainbow effect under the clear coat, like a CD.
I've always gone with silver on silver cars, but after seeing the Satin Bronze finish in person, I pulled the trigger with these on my Rhodium Silver. In the sun they are bright and the satin gives them depth that I find myself staring at often. In the shade they are more subdued, but not quite like a black wheel. It's just that they have a different character in the shade.
I appreciate the fitment HRE have come up with here, it's just right. I was able to go with 305s in the rear nicely.
One negative aspect is now I have to keep the barrel really clean, as the spokes give a lot of visibility in there. I'm still experimenting with some cleaning methods to avoid too much rusty water from dripping out of the rotor while I'm washing. A small price to pay for the enjoyment I get out of these wheels.
I wanted to post for those of you that are curious if your silver car would look goofy with a satin/matte bronze type of finish. My opinion is that it looks good and I'm glad I did it, so here you go!
I did HRE's in Satin Bronze on my Cobalt Blue 997C4S. I loved the contrast and it was a bit different from black. Great choice they look awesome with silver.
That look absolutely incredible. Can you tell the difference in handling with the might lighter wheels?
Thanks!
I can't say I can definitely if I feel any difference in acceleration and deceleration, or if it's placebo. But I do feel ever so slightly "tighter" overall.
However, I definitely feel a difference with the tires. I had Pirelli P-Zeros originally and the new Michelin Pilot Sport 4S on these wheels feel sharper on turn-in. The sidewalls seem to respond faster and hold up extremely well. These are my first Michelins and I have to say, so far, they are indeed impressive.
I was able to go 10mm wider with the rear tire too, so that's nice but I haven't taken advantage of that extra contact patch much yet.
That looks terrific, congrats! I considered the satin bronze for my S101, but ended up going the safer route with satin charcoal and brushed dark clear.
That looks terrific, congrats! I considered the satin bronze for my S101, but ended up going the safer route with satin charcoal and brushed dark clear.
Brushed Dark Clear was my first choice and it looks so good. I was really torn, no bad decision there!
You finished the barrel Satin Black and the face Brushed Dark Clear or how?
08-19-2019, 07:29 PM
HRE P101SC in Satin Bronze
