KiwiGreg

I have ordered a USB Coupe just like this one



I really like the look of the OEM wheels, so I'm looking for a spare set the same, preferably as new that can be shipped to my US distributor in Utah

changho10

I didn't like the look of the oem rims at first, but they have grown on me and actually think they look pretty good on the car.

NickL

I said it before. The 24 wheels look much nicer in person and I prefer it over the previous model wheels.

SC300Es

Check eBay for take offs.

KiwiGreg

Thanks Guys
Looks like I have secured a set
They should be here well before my car arrives

NickL

Just curious, why you want another set of wheels?
If you’re doing winter wheels, can you tell me which winter tires you’re going to run? I have about 5 months to plan for my winter set up. I’m not going to drive in the snow but it can get cold here and still dry. I’m having a real hard time finding 21” winter tires for the LC500. I’m debating whether to go with 20” rims but the choices there is just a little better.

KiwiGreg

I always put aftermarket wheels on my nice cars, 2019 Supra, 2021 GR Yaris, GR86

I don't want to risk damaging the factory wheels which are a ridiculous price to replace, especially the forged ones

Our roads are terrible over here, potholes & rocks are common place

Hard to find replacement wheels here to suit the LC & they would cost about the same or more than the OEMs I have secured which will cost less than one new OEM wheel purchased here, even with the freight

flowrider

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If I were still living in Massachusetts, my winter set would be 20s. As you posted 20" snows are much easier to find than 21s. And, with no proof, I would say they might handle a bit better in cold snowy conditions.

Lou

NickL

Sorry for the thread hi-jack OP.

what kind of winter tire is available for 20s. I love the Michelin Alpin 5 but I can’t find the correct size for 21 or 20 for our LC500.
I don’t even care for the rims. The important thing is the winter tires then I can go either 20 or 21” rims.

KiwiGreg

Its all good Mate
Sorry I have no idea about winter tyres, we don't need them over here in New Zealand
I'm sure someone else can chime in

NickL

No worries. I didn’t know it’s that tropical in Kiwi land. I was in Auckland for vacation and loved it. The plane ride though…

I’ve found a couple options for my winter set up in 20”. Will likely get the Michellin X-Ice or trying out Vredestein Wintrac Pro.
I don’t need to drive the LC500 in winter. But I rather have the proper tires when I need to take it out and it’s 20degrees Fahrenheit out.

2959

Sometimes in the winter we get a sunny day up here, but to go with 20's that now also means rims and the tires doesn't it? Wondering if you will store them yourself (garage or such) or will you Valet them with the tire shop? I've used the tire shop to valet previous vehicles tire swaps for ease. Wish my local Lexus dealership would store tires/rims.

NickL

I store the wheels and tires at home and do the changeover myself. Usually, I get the tires and rims delivered to home. Drive them to the local tire shop and have them balanced and mounted. I put less than 300mi on my GSF last winter from November to March. I probably don’t even need to use it but I really hate not moving the vehicle at all. And it’s not only the snow I worried about, it’s more of the cold with the summer tires.

2959

Agree about moving the vehicle in the Winter. We used to have an IS250C and would store it in the Winter which meant dropping most insurance coverage. Several times there would be days when it could have been driven.

I have the space for wheel storage in the Garage and the capability of removal/installation but as I get older I find I'm less inclined to do those things (and I don't have a current vehicle to move 4 tires/rims at once). But I like the idea of going with 20's in rims/tires for Winter.

StuM

Hated my ‘24 OEM wheel color pattern. Had them very quickly satin powder coated.