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Old 05-12-2022, 08:06 PM
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I've always been a fan of the turbo twists since they are iconic and the 996 is the last to have them. Instantly recognizable as Porsche. Preferably with colored center caps.

Obviously wheels look much better when you have a set of coilovers installed and some tire shine! I miss my 996 Carrera 2 but I'm happy with my 996 turbo also with turbo twists.






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Old 05-12-2022, 08:15 PM
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Moemoney if you take car of the turbo as good as the 996 and decide to sell lmk asap
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Old 05-12-2022, 08:53 PM
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Those wheels are much nicer than the turbo twists, which I've never liked.
Originally Posted by MBH911
I would have preferred 18” turbo twists when I found this little lady a few weeks ago, but these work just fine…unless someone wants to swap for the aforementioned! 😬
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Old 05-12-2022, 08:59 PM
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One more shot, freshly washed. Like ‘em or not they are undeniably and unmistakably Porsche. I guess that’s the main reason why I love them.




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Old 05-12-2022, 10:45 PM
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The most important thing is that you like them. Sorry, I missed seeing your post that you'd changed them.
Styling choices are always very personal. They look great 😊👍

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One more shot, freshly washed. Like ‘em or not they are undeniably and unmistakably Porsche. I guess that’s the main reason why I love them.
Old 05-12-2022, 11:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Audidude
The most important thing is that you like them. Sorry, I missed seeing your post that you'd changed them.
Styling choices are always very personal. They look great 😊👍
no worries brother!
Old 05-12-2022, 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by MBH911
One more shot, freshly washed. Like ‘em or not they are undeniably and unmistakably Porsche. I guess that’s the main reason why I love them.
Epic Fail!!! The bottom tip of your Porsche crest isn't pointed toward and aligned with the valve stem.

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Originally Posted by sanyata
Epic Fail!!! The bottom tip of your Porsche crest isn't pointed toward and aligned with the valve stem.
And you don’t think I agonize over this fact? I’m convinced the car will never be truly aligned and balanced until I do something about it.
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Old 05-13-2022, 06:42 AM
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I know they’re well represented here but I love my OZs.





Old 05-13-2022, 07:49 AM
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I also love your OZs
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Old 05-13-2022, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by pulpo

Kinda think these are so underrated... techno twists right?
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Lots of complimentary aftermarket options, but if were talking factory wheels, the correct answer is always Sport Designs. The fact that Porsche didn't make their Turbo-look/twists/et al, directional is a deal breaker.


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Old 05-13-2022, 10:16 AM
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I like the GT3 wheels for factory options.
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This thread reminds me why I don't like black wheels. You can't see them.


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