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Old 12-11-02 | 01:10 AM
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Default Stock IS 17" Wheels: Need Info

How many flavors do they come from the factory? I've seen them in
1. chromes
2. polished aluminum

Are they also available in silver or silver/polished combo?
Old 12-11-02 | 02:09 AM
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They only come in 2 ways:

1. alloys (standard)
2. graphite polished (option)


Chromes are always dealer installed and not an available factory installed option.
Old 12-11-02 | 03:07 AM
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my sticker said graphite polished, but I was driving next to a yellow one, and his wheels looked shinier, almost like metal, maybe it was the distance, hopefully I didn't get screwed.


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Old 12-11-02 | 12:10 PM
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Hey Longo Lexus-

I've seen polished ones too-- yeah, almost looks like metal -- or dull chrome. Is this the graphite polished type?

Also, when you say alloy, is it the typical silver color with no shine? (like the alloy RX wheels).
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Yes, standard alloys are like the silver without shine. The polished graphite look almost like they have been "oiled" for lack of a better discription. The chromes are reflective, of course. My personal favorite are the polished graphites. They look awesome, especially on a Graphite or Silver car!
Old 12-11-02 | 06:49 PM
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Longo Lexus-

Thanks!

BTW, this is not Chris responding for Longo Lexus, right?
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No, it's not Chris.....
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Default Stock wheel photo

OEM IS300 wheel:
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Damn, I thought you could get chrome from factory
Old 12-21-02 | 05:26 PM
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Here's the graphite (hope it is!).
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