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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 10:36 AM
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Rota Sub-Zero vs. Konig Rewind

I would appreciate some opinions (I know everyone has one ) As the title indicates, I'm debating between going with a set of Rota Sub-Zero (16x7) or Konig Rewind (15x7).

I think the Rewind's have a really cool retro look and think the bronze would look good with HB/W. Here's a link to the Rewinds in bronze with 60 series tires.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...0&ppuser=16866

I also really like the Sub-Zero's. I would definitely want them with a polished lip, although I settle on what finish...bronze, steel grey, gunmetal, silver. Here's a set of 18's in "Royal Gunmetal."
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...hlight=subzero

BTW, if you have some pics to support your opinion, please post or include a link.

TIA
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 12:24 PM
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Can't stand the Rewinds to be honest with you. I like the Sub-Zero's, but you're looking at a big appearance difference I would thikn between the 18" you showed and the 16" that you want. I'd still say pick the Sub-Zero!
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 12:47 PM
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go subzero!
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 05:43 PM
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In my opinion the 15s look too small, and 16s have a better tire selection. 17s look great, but I'd like to stay away from 40/45 series tires. I have 40s on my V8 Miata, and I know there's a pothole out there, somewhere, just waiting for me. Can't go wrong with the 16 inch Subzeros, or (my favorite) 16 inch Enkei RP F1s.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 06:04 PM
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I think the subzero fits the style of your MINI better than the Rewinds.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 06:14 PM
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No question. The sub zeros fit the bill best...
 
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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 11:23 PM
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Neither one fits as well as a white wheel to match your top. the grafite matches a little better however on the konig
 
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:10 AM
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I LOVE THE REWINDS! But then again, I love the classic look:

Here are some pics on a HB:


And finally, the best sell of the Rewinds. Dave's MINI:
 
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