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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 02:16 PM
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New Wheels/Tires

Assuming everything works as planned next week, I am planning on purchasing a new set of rims for my Jet Black MCS (oh, and selling the old ones - see my ad in marketplace ). So, I have narrowed it down to a few choices, but would like the opinion of others to help me make the final decision. I will post my top 3 choices below.

HPD Wheel - Shikayne (Black/Diamond Cut)

18 X 7.50" 42mm Offset $200 per wheel


Zinik Z18 Minardi Black ($217 per wheel)
18x7.5
(http://www.tirerack.com/servlet/CallJsp?target=wheelSearchCloseUp&wheelIndex=115&s izeIndex=0&showRear=no&setIndex=26&filterSize=&fil terFinish=&filterSpecial=&colorInd=6)


Drag DR-12
4x100 18 X 7.5" 42 offset $139.00 each
http://www.wheelmax.com/product.asp?ProdID=10467



As far as tires go, I am either going to get the Toyo Proxes 4 or the Pirelli PZero's.

Do I want a 215/40/18 or a 215/35/18. I currently have size 215/40/18 on my JCW rims, but all the wheel sites are recommending 215/35/18 for the above rims.


Thanks for any input guys!
 
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 02:50 PM
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just thought i give another few options for you, mind you, a few of these can get pricy!



Rota Subzero Royal Black, listed about 500 for ALL 4!!


original CP035R by racing hart,


WEDS TC005, i think they do have a 4x100 pattern, just check tirerack as they have this
 
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 03:04 PM
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i thought i saw someone using good looking 10spoke enkei's somewhere.
black spokes, polished rim.
 
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 03:08 PM
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I like the Rota Subzero's and the price . Except I would get the 18 inch. But, is a 45 offset too big for the MINI, or will it work?
 
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