My Pure Silver/Black MCS is in desperate need of some 17" wheels. I'm pretty sure I have the choice narrowed to these two, but thought I'd get some opinions. Whatch'all think?

Mike

P.S. If anyone has pix of these on a MINI, I'd love to see them.


#1 - Motegi MR7


#2 - American Racing Estrella

 

mr7

 

MR7 x2

 

MR7

 

mr7

 

or the ff7's

 

I like them both. I'd give the slight edge to MR7s

 

Out of the 2, MR7

Here's my PS w/ anthracite wheels:

 

The Motegis.

 

MR7

 

I like the AR wheels, but I HATE the centercaps on them so much, maybe if you replaced the center emblem with a mini one or a JCW one, cuz the shape actually looks like the JCW wheels. . .

 

MR 7's

 

#1 - Motegi MR7 much better!

 

I have the Motegi on mine. The only problem I have found with them was when I received them from the Tire Rack there were slight imperfections in the exterior skin on the machine polished lip.

The Tire Rack initially accused me of using a harsh detergent on the rims when I washed them. I had only washed them once and it only happened to one rim. The Tire Rack did quickly send me a new rim to replace the old one. Once I received the new rim, I sent the imperfect one back to them on their dime.

I have noticed some other small spots on the rims too, so that's something for you to consider.

 

I really like the Estrella. Check out page 100 on the Show me your wheels post. Chili Red Mini with the Estrellas looks sweet. Am looking to get a set for my dk silver S. Will definitely change the center for one of the custom ones from Aesthetic Creations. My issue is finding an online dealer who carries the Estrella. Tire Rack does not have them. These wheels are really inexpensive. Not sure what that means for durability and quality. Anyone with experience?

Can anyone recommend an online dealer you can trust as much as Tire Rack who carries the Estrella?