IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models
View Poll Results: Which type of wheels will work best with Breakwater Blue?
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Polished
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50.00%
Chrome
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25.00%
Black
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7.69%
Other (please describe)
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Need new wheels for a Breakwater Blue...

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Old 05-02-07, 04:16 PM
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Default Need new wheels for a Breakwater Blue...

Curb rash + bent wheel = new set of wheels. Oh well....

So, which should I get that will look sleek with Breakwater Blue?


I currently have chromed stock wheels. I've got dark tinted windows, so I added a black option.

Post pics if you think you've got a great looking setup with BWB.
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Old 05-02-07, 04:56 PM
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i think that polished or chrome will look equally as nice, not a fan of black rims on a cars, except on black cars. no matter what BWB is a beautiful color and im sure it will look great no matter what.
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WHY DONT YOU JUST ASK YOUR REHAB DOCTOR.
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I guess the car is not for sale after all, huh Phil? Oh, by the way - you should definitely get some BBS RS-GT's in diamond black...



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Old 05-02-07, 06:06 PM
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No black or chrome finish with BWB.

Black just looks ugly on BWB, and chrome will make BWB girly...more than it already is .

Personally, I think polished finishes are the best for lighter colored IS'.

You should tell us what kind of a look you like (race car look, ghetto look, etc.) first...
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Originally Posted by joonsta
You should tell us what kind of a look you like (race car look, ghetto look, etc.) first...
In two words: Speedy VIP.

Originally Posted by javyLSU
I guess the car is not for sale after all, huh Phil?
Nah. Decided today to keep it. Liz was adamant that I don't let it go.

Anyways, the modding bug hit me. Just ordered the HKS exhaust, and now wheels are being considered...

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Old 05-02-07, 06:28 PM
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Brushed with a chrome/polished lip. Guaranteed to give you that "High Class/Executive" look. And its pricey!
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Old 05-02-07, 06:31 PM
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three letters.....HRE

http://www.hrewheels.com/test2007/
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Gosh there are so many colors that would look good with that color car. You could even do white! lol hows that for civic rice rocket!!!
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How about Black Chrome Finish?
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I really like the bright silver & polished lip look. The more I see these OZs on my IS350 the more I like them. They (or something like them) would be outstanding on Breakwater Blue.






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Old 05-02-07, 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by 04lrg
I dunno.

$1500 per wheel is a bit steep...
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I also have a BWB IS350 too. My first choice was some Iforged wheels in chrome, but am worried they may be a little too flashy and gaudy. I think black wheels with a chrome lip look good on a silver car, but wasn't really sure about our BWB. I would think something in the black diamond or gunmetal would look pretty cool though.
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I have a Break Water Blue IS350 as well and just ordered some wheels a couple weeks ago. I got the new Volk RE30, 18inch in bronze. The guy put up a sample next to the car and it looked great. Made the car look more JDM/sportier I guess. If you want a sporty/classier look for BWB, I would go for gunmetal with a polished lip. But anything with a lip, or two toned, I would go for 19inch.... jus cause it'll look too small... But if you want to stick 18inch, I'd stay with one color.
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Allow multiple answers please

Go for silver, polished or brushed aluminum
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