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dr1ft3r
08-07-2007, 01:29 PM
Im currently shopping around for wheels...i was just wondering if anyone could give me some input on the brand names out there. I don't really know much about them. Which ones are good quality, good reputation and basically which ones will give you the best bang for your bucks. brands like fast wheels, drag wheels, enkei, tenzo, bbs etc etc....If this was discussed before i apologize in advanced. i searched couldnt find it...if anyone could post the link would be appreciated. thanks.
Caz
08-07-2007, 01:39 PM
I think you should suggest what your budget is and what size and style you would like. That way people could recommend something which is what you are looking for and fits your price range.
dr1ft3r
08-07-2007, 01:45 PM
ahh my budget is 1000-1200 including tires/install. I know i wont get that brand new but im lookin at used wheels too. as for Style....17s 5 spoke. black or bronze nothing fancy...But im my question remains which brand names are good quality...and which brands i should stay away from if they are cheaply made.
MAZDA Kitten
08-07-2007, 02:11 PM
HRE's, Wed Sport, Work, Schmidt, Rays, BBS - all good :D
MAZDA Kitten
08-07-2007, 02:13 PM
ahh my budget is 1000-1200 including tires/install. I know i wont get that brand new but im lookin at used wheels too. as for Style....17s 5 spoke. black or bronze nothing fancy

You are in the ROTA territory with that price range or check ebay for a little better quality rim
dentinger
08-07-2007, 02:15 PM
i find companys like, Rays/gramlites, Volk, Work, SSR, and other JDM companies are top of the line.
and i find companies like Drag just copy everyone else's design. not that theres anything wrong with that, as we can have the same 'look' for hundred less

and just so you know drifter, i bought my rims brand new, with tires, for $1400. i still wish i splurged and got 18's tho....
and just so ya know, ive been thinking about getting new rims next year....
thats if i find a nice set of used ones for sale.
dr1ft3r
08-07-2007, 04:07 PM
Thanks for info...yea i find rays and work overpriced. im sure the quality is there but i just cant justify spending 2-3g on wheels. i guess ill be lookin into brands just under that category of high end...i guess rota or drag as suggested.
MAZDA Kitten
08-07-2007, 04:16 PM
Well ROTA and DRAG rely heavily on copying on other wheel manufacturers so you will definately find something nice (i.e. D2's from ROTA - one of my fave wheels from these guys; comes in Gold & Bronze too)

http://www.rotawheels.ca/images/Rota-D2-Black.jpg
Kevin@nextmod
08-07-2007, 04:24 PM
5zigen rims are nice too. Good quality with good prices. They are made in japan as well and there older style rims with 5 spoke are about $800 for 17s.
aznkid.com
08-07-2007, 04:27 PM
SSR, and other JDM companies are top of the line.

According to my buddy who goes to Japan yearly to buy cars to bring back as half cuts says SSR is like our APC haha
dr1ft3r
08-07-2007, 04:33 PM
Well ROTA and DRAG rely heavily on copying on other wheel manufacturers so you will definately find something nice (i.e. D2's from ROTA - one of my fave wheels from these guys; comes in Gold & Bronze too)

http://www.rotawheels.ca/images/Rota-D2-Black.jpg

Ye those are nice...sorta like this guy

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=18764




According to my buddy who goes to Japan yearly to buy cars to bring back as half cuts says SSR is like our APC haha

So does that mean they are no good?
aznkid.com
08-07-2007, 04:36 PM
So does that mean they are no good?

Who knows.. he just said they're considered cheap over there...
MAZDA Kitten
08-07-2007, 05:38 PM
Just like how Europe feels about FK. Mind you FK does have some cheesy stuff but it it still sells very well in North America
stevenlung
08-07-2007, 06:23 PM
someone is selling his set of WORK for $1000 or $1200, go check it out

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=19133
3GFX
08-07-2007, 07:47 PM
Don't rule out other brands. Do some research on quality stamps, how and where the rim is made. The brand you crave my not always have the size, weight or look you're going for.
SABIO
08-08-2007, 08:55 AM
$1000-$1200.... You are going to get cheap wheels for that...
Not the best quality, not the best finish....tend to be heavier....

You can't say Work/Volk are overpriced. They are made to high standards and for specific applications.

.........those $10 shoes are a great deal....Go jogging and you'll wish you bought the $100 shoes........
///M
08-08-2007, 10:27 AM
Just like how Europe feels about FK. Mind you FK does have some cheesy stuff but it it still sells very well in North America

FK = Euro rice horror!

I have a set of Work Emotion XD-9s for sale. $1000 takes it.

Look here: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=19133
MAZDA Kitten
08-08-2007, 12:10 PM
FK = Euro rice horror!


Wowwwwwwwwww you have no idea!
I picked up a 2007 catalog at Waterfest and I was in SHOCK that people could molest their Seat Leon Cupra R's :loco
///M
08-10-2007, 01:47 AM
Wowwwwwwwwww you have no idea!
I picked up a 2007 catalog at Waterfest and I was in SHOCK that people could molest their Seat Leon Cupra R's :loco

I skimmed through the 2006 catalog before and it hurt my eyes.
DrunknFoo
08-10-2007, 04:02 AM
I have a set of Work Emotion XD-9s for sale. $1000 takes it.
Look here: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=19133

I highly recommend you pick these up if it's within your price range. It's a great price, the rims look like they're in 99.9% mint condition. You can't go wrong with Work.
dr1ft3r
08-10-2007, 09:56 AM
Thanks for the suggestions...but i think this is just the rims. if i go with these i will go over my budget.
Azi
08-10-2007, 10:52 AM
FK = Euro rice horror!

I have a set of Work Emotion XD-9s for sale. $1000 takes it.

Look here: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=19133

that price is amazing...a set of new rubber may run you atleast 500. so, 1500 for work rims and tires....you cant beat that. but only if thats your style of rim.
rcd001
08-10-2007, 12:38 PM
Go to tirerack.com and select the style then PM Tires 23 in the sponsour section. They can hook you up with a nice set in your budget.

For $1200 you are looking at 17's, for $1500 - $1800 you can look at a nice set of 18's with Falken 225/40/18 912'a. Good starter tire then upgrade your rubber next season.
dentinger
08-14-2007, 12:17 AM
According to my buddy who goes to Japan yearly to buy cars to bring back as half cuts says SSR is like our APC haha

are you serious??
i thought SSR was one of the first aftermarket wheel company, along with work rims.....
doughboyr6
08-19-2007, 10:40 AM
rotas apparantly make good replicas....so like mentioned, you'll probably find the style you want for much less...
mogul_pro
09-13-2007, 09:52 AM
HRE and BBs are my fav... I love the BBS RS-GT's
nicker
09-13-2007, 10:12 AM
yes most of this has to do with your budget.

And don't say for around the $1200 to $1300 you won't get brand new. if you buy now you may. Now you may have to increase your budget a little but at least you could buy your wheels now!

I was just looking the other day and not planning on buying but HELL I cam across a set I love.

They are Maxxim (by Konig) Fourteen Graphite is the name/model. I can get them right now for $200.00 a wheel reg $340.00 a wheel so its tempting. But this time a year you can get wheels CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP!