Help me decide on new wheels
#18
Three Wheelin'
if you can find OEM GT3 wheels, they are super solid (and heavy as a result). Otherwise, I would get the BBS monoblock wheels. That's my vote in any case.
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cloud9blue (09-23-2024)
#19
My new 997 has the carrera sport wheels and I quite like them. I’m considering a set of sport classics but not completely sold on switching wheels out. Can always go back to stock, so it’s not a huge decision.
Hang onto your lobsters just in case.
Hang onto your lobsters just in case.
#20
Instructor
I love my Carrera Sports but with the style of your car OP, I would also go OEM GT3 wheels (purely based on aesthetics, I have no idea how much they sell for, which is probably a lot).
#21
I agree, the GT3 style wheel would look great, especially with the Porsche colored center caps. The problem is I need GT2 wheels (WB fitment), as removing my spacers is an imperative of this project. I haver never seen a set of GT2 wheels for sale...I think with that car's price, stock is paramount, so there is very little feedstock from owners who went aftermarket.
I know of some WB P40s for sale, so that is a good option. Still thinking either LM or CH-R.
Thanks everyone for the fun discussion so far.
I know of some WB P40s for sale, so that is a good option. Still thinking either LM or CH-R.
Thanks everyone for the fun discussion so far.
#22
Instructor
I have zero experience with spacers, are you looking to get rid of them because of any impact on the drive?
#23
RL Community Team
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I agree, the GT3 style wheel would look great, especially with the Porsche colored center caps. The problem is I need GT2 wheels (WB fitment), as removing my spacers is an imperative of this project. I haver never seen a set of GT2 wheels for sale...I think with that car's price, stock is paramount, so there is very little feedstock from owners who went aftermarket.
I know of some WB P40s for sale, so that is a good option. Still thinking either LM or CH-R.
Thanks everyone for the fun discussion so far.
I know of some WB P40s for sale, so that is a good option. Still thinking either LM or CH-R.
Thanks everyone for the fun discussion so far.
#24
Three Wheelin'
If you're WB, GT3RS wheels will work as well but these HREs are sooooo good too:
these are 18s and on a NB but these wheels are so sexy.
I have posted these elsewhere but they are such good looking wheels and can be custom made to fit how you want.
I know they cost a bag tho...
any color too.
I wish I was given a free set by HRE to post everywhere but I just love the wheels and have not been paid by them...lol.
HRE R101
these are 18s and on a NB but these wheels are so sexy.
I have posted these elsewhere but they are such good looking wheels and can be custom made to fit how you want.
I know they cost a bag tho...
any color too.
I wish I was given a free set by HRE to post everywhere but I just love the wheels and have not been paid by them...lol.
HRE R101
#25
Burning Brakes
Thanks all - this has been a great help! Everyone's cars look so good, so every time I see a spec I like, I want to emulate it! @hexagone - I really like your wheels, even more so in that color. I just really want to avoid spacers, and I have a WB car.
Someone above mentioned GT3/GT2 wheels - as the car is a WB, 'if' I wanted to go that route - I would have to find GT2 wheels right?
Someone above mentioned GT3/GT2 wheels - as the car is a WB, 'if' I wanted to go that route - I would have to find GT2 wheels right?
#26
I like the retro lookin stuff, i get a bajillion compliments on these. Those work meister wheels are gorgeous if i was spending more money.
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Graufuchs (09-24-2024)
#27
Those HRE R101s look spectacular but might be more than I want to spend, and 63mercedes, yours look so neat too. Are those Augmented Wheel Companies?
Right now my car is getting new tint, ceramic, and a full front PPF. Can't wait!
Right now my car is getting new tint, ceramic, and a full front PPF. Can't wait!
#28
ForgeLine
I went to ForgeLine in Dayton and picked from myriad variables for my 2010 turbo.
For the 2007 C2S I had ADV1 I bought used from Petza. I really like them
in both cases I was most concerned about getting the offset correct without spacers.
ex
For the 2007 C2S I had ADV1 I bought used from Petza. I really like them
in both cases I was most concerned about getting the offset correct without spacers.
ex
#29
RL Community Team
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I've had 4 sets of wheels on my 997.
RUF wheels where I live the timeless design, but rears were only 10" wide and the PO had chromed them
ADV1s that jfort now has
Polished Champion rs171s
Forgelines - love these and am done
#30
Direct-fit + superlight + no spacers = Apex.
OZ Ultraleggs and Alleggs are direct-fit and superlight but require spacers to achieve an aggressive stance. They are approximately the same price as Apex SM-10s (cast).
OZ Ultraleggs and Alleggs are direct-fit and superlight but require spacers to achieve an aggressive stance. They are approximately the same price as Apex SM-10s (cast).
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quickxotica (09-25-2024)