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#9451
02-23-2012, 07:50 PM
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My new wheels!
I am surprised at the number of black rims on MINIs! I didn't expect to ever have black rims as I've always like the contrast of a shiny rim but I ran into a deal I couldn't pass up this last weekend.
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
#9452
02-23-2012, 07:56 PM
I am surprised at the number of black rims on MINIs! I didn't expect to ever have black rims as I've always like the contrast of a shiny rim but I ran into a deal I couldn't pass up this last weekend.
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
#9454
02-24-2012, 04:38 AM
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I am surprised at the number of black rims on MINIs! I didn't expect to ever have black rims as I've always like the contrast of a shiny rim but I ran into a deal I couldn't pass up this last weekend.
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
The short version of the story is that I wanted/needed to replace my run flats and opted for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. The store (Discount Tire) had a great deal on a set of Drag DS-9's in black with the red pinstripe and so I decided to try something crazy.
Well I have to admit, I like it! The best news though was when my wife looked at it said, "that looks great!".
Now I have to figure out how to complement the wheels by adding pinstripes or other details to the car.
Percy
How about red mirror covers?
#9455
02-25-2012, 05:44 AM
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I am leaning towards these Konig for my AB CMSa4
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...tion-wheel.jpg
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...tion-wheel.jpg
#9460
02-28-2012, 10:46 AM
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Found some Bronze honda Fit Rims on Craigslist. May go score these, as long as that isn't a big ol curb rash.... I think they would look so sick on my car.
#9462
02-28-2012, 11:15 AM
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I agree with BlueToy, they look great. I'm also curious what tire size you went with... I'm guessing either 205/45 or 215/40? I'm waiting for a set to be released by 1552 that I'll be getting and they'll be 17x8 as well and either et30 or 35 (the company hasn't confirmed which but they said they'll be between 30-35), I think I'm set on 205/45's when the time comes for a little tiny bit of stretch.
#9463
02-28-2012, 11:18 AM
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17x8 +35 is the perfect offset for the front. +30 is perfect in the rear.
I run a 17x8 +35 with a 5MM spacer in the rear and none in the front.
I run a 17x8 +35 with a 5MM spacer in the rear and none in the front.
#9468
03-07-2012, 08:27 PM
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I agree. I think red mirror caps would set it off!!!!
#9469
03-10-2012, 05:33 PM
Hey everyone,
Finally got around to installing my Miro Type 279 on my 2008 Mini Cooper S. They've been sitting around for about a year. I know, i know... a year!! Something else always comes up right? But, finally. Installed. Looks MEAN. Which was intended.
Wheels - 18x8 Miro Type 279 Powder Coated Flat Black. I replaced the plastic rivets that the wheels came with. I don't really like that look. I would prefer these wheels with no rivets whatsoever, but i got some flat head ones at Home Depot, drilled out the plastic rivets and installed the new ones. Still rivets, but better in my opinion.
Tires - Hankook Ventus V12 Evo
Suspension - NM Engineering RS Alpha Spring Kit - Which are amazing by the way
Finally got around to installing my Miro Type 279 on my 2008 Mini Cooper S. They've been sitting around for about a year. I know, i know... a year!! Something else always comes up right? But, finally. Installed. Looks MEAN. Which was intended.
Wheels - 18x8 Miro Type 279 Powder Coated Flat Black. I replaced the plastic rivets that the wheels came with. I don't really like that look. I would prefer these wheels with no rivets whatsoever, but i got some flat head ones at Home Depot, drilled out the plastic rivets and installed the new ones. Still rivets, but better in my opinion.
Tires - Hankook Ventus V12 Evo
Suspension - NM Engineering RS Alpha Spring Kit - Which are amazing by the way
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#9470
03-11-2012, 04:51 AM
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#9472
03-11-2012, 07:37 PM
Wheels: Drag DR-20 16x7 40mm offset. Tires: Dunlop Direzza Z1 star spec 205/50R16
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#9474
03-12-2012, 06:47 PM
Phontsolo:
I have rims similar to yours.
Are the rivets you installed plastic?
How did you install, Glue?
Did your new rivets melt at all in the coating process?
I don't like studded wheels myself, but I had no choice and wanted that look with a 3"lip.
Mine are 16x8 et26 (gonna be close)
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-stance16b.jpg
I have rims similar to yours.
Are the rivets you installed plastic?
How did you install, Glue?
Did your new rivets melt at all in the coating process?
I don't like studded wheels myself, but I had no choice and wanted that look with a 3"lip.
Mine are 16x8 et26 (gonna be close)
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-stance16b.jpg
Last edited by Minian; 03-12-2012 at 06:53 PM.
#9475
03-12-2012, 07:05 PM
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and as for tire size, after a couple of people asked he replied: