LS - 4th Gen (2007-2017) Discussion topics related to the current flagship models LS460, LS460L and LS600H
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BBS RN 20"
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35.48%
Forgeline RB1 19"
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3.23%
Forgeline RB1 20"
11
35.48%
None and keep OEM
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Wheel Choices: Help me decide once and for all

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Old 02-03-16 | 06:21 PM
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The wheels are beautiful. I just look at those thin tires though and think about the ride...
Old 02-04-16 | 04:24 AM
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Yeah, I think that example is with really abnormal tire sizes. Here's one more representative of what it might look like. Also plastered HRE RB1s. I'm doing this as it's easier to look at all of pictures at once here than on my phone. Probably can't get more ridiculous than HREs, but it's not much more than FL. Just wondering how dumb it might look not lowered with such expensive wheels.















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Old 02-04-16 | 07:30 AM
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I think the BBS's look better on the newer body than the older body.
Nice wheel.
Old 02-04-16 | 09:21 AM
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They look great on the black F-Sport!!!!
Old 02-04-16 | 11:07 AM
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Just love those RNs on both cars. Could look like a more expensive set of OEM wheels with Lexus center caps.
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Yeah, I agree!

Lol, I still haven't purchased anything.

This thing is spiraling out of control. I think to myself, if my tax bill is light and I go forgelines, why not spend a bit more and get HREs!

Glad I'm taking my time and not just jumping in. Thank you for the feedback. I updated post 62 with a stock 19 LS for comparison and contrast.
Old 02-05-16 | 06:07 AM
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Originally Posted by dal20402
Just love those RNs on both cars. Could look like a more expensive set of OEM wheels with Lexus center caps.
Definitely agree regarding OEM statement.
I think that's one of the areas where Lexus could provide more options; OEM wheel selection.
Old 02-05-16 | 06:29 AM
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Yeah, I wish our center caps would fit on the BBS, but they don't. That was one of the questions I asked.

Yeah, having more OEM wheel options would be nice for sure. I know other brands offer a large amount of choices, whereas with Lexus--at least with the LS--have very limited choices. I do like the "OEM" look, but I won't go near remanufacturered wheels or risk buying second-hand and I don't like the price of new OEM wheels, why even bother at that dollar amount.

I honestly cannot decide. It's reached a point where it's actually funny. I constantly revisit this page and stare at pictures for a long time lol. That transitive property of trying to visualize wheels on your own car is tough. I'm at a point where I'm almost snow blind.

I think what's helping me is seeing the car in its native format (OEM wheels) next to prospective choices. I think to myself, does look bad? Then I scroll down and see what our cars look like in factory settings and it provides perspective.
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Originally Posted by Rhambler
Yeah, I wish our center caps would fit on the BBS, but they don't. That was one of the questions I asked.
Just find a machinist or someone with a mill and just make your own to fit from and OEM set. Shouldn't be that hard. If you're spending that much money for new wheels why not just go the extra mile and get them done the way you want?
Old 02-05-16 | 12:12 PM
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Or get these. There's lots of options on Ebay. Custom made to your liking/specs:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEXUS-WHEEL-...ZV5bPK&vxp=mtr
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Originally Posted by roadfrog
Or get these. There's lots of options on Ebay. Custom made to your liking/specs:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEXUS-WHEEL-...ZV5bPK&vxp=mtr
Oh I think the 3D emblems are far more classy!
Old 02-05-16 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Dr. Jekyll
Oh I think the 3D emblems are far more classy!
Agreed....when cost is no object.
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Originally Posted by roadfrog
Agreed....when cost is no object.
Dude is considering $6,000 wheels, I doubt a couple hundred to make them appear OEM matters at that point!
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Originally Posted by Dr. Jekyll
Dude is considering $6,000 wheels, I doubt a couple hundred to make them appear OEM matters at that point!
Yeah really LOL
Old 02-06-16 | 05:28 AM
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And apparently agonizing over it. It was just an option he could consider or give him ideas.


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