After wading through some interesting garbage coming out as accessories I think it is DEFINITELY time to implement a Rice Rating. Yes - you heard me right - Rice Rating. Too many people have been dancing with the White Devil (no... this is not a caucasian thing!!! ) ... Dancing with the RICE GOD!!!

So, I say we implement a Rice Rating. I know the term, "Rice" offends some people, however, let's be honest, it's turned into a universal thing.

EuroRice
Domestic Rice
Original Rice (Asian Cars)

Rice is a asian staple... But it's eatten everywhere!

Now, on to the rating. You can kick me in the *** and call me a moron if you don't like it - I won't get offended

***** = Five Grain
This should be considered classy stuff. Five Grain is top quality equipment with a focus on functionality FIRST, and looks a VERY, VERY close second. 90% Functionality / 10% Looks
>> Example: TEIN Suspension Kit with EDFC


**** = Four Grain
This is equipment that looks cool. While cool looking, it could be considered a bit gaudy if you took it too far.
40%-60% Functionality / 40%-60% Looks
>>> Example: New rims and tires / TE37s and SO-3s 19"

*** = Three Grain
At this level the looks are the general emphasis point. The goal of the modification is to add a lot of look with very little real function or form. While these do look cool they still are weak on actual functionality.
30%-40% Functionality / 60%-80% Looks
>>> Bullet Aluminum Antenna


** = Two Grain
Over emphasized look which draws attention to the modification. This often times takes away a bit of performance to emphasize a look. These are generally over used pieces like Altezza.
-10%-20% Functionality / 80%-100% Looks
>>> Example - Chromed Stock Rims
>>> Example - Altezza Lights

* = One Grain
This is a massive overload on looks. This could be things like huge wings and spoilers that serve absolutely no purpose but to look rediculous. Putting things on your car which have Absolutely NO use. These products cause MASSIVE amounts of performance lose in the name of looking good.
-50%-0% Functionality / 100% Looks
>>> Example - Wheels that are wider then fender flairs
>>> MASSIVE wings made of wood
>>> The Yellow 350Z in Chicago...100% * Grain

 

Some Real World Examples:

* Grain

Don't even need to say more...



** Grain

DECALS (attention GRABBING STYLE)


*** Grain

Light up your icon (yes - I'm getting one of these! )


**** Grain

19" iForge - Tasty RICE!


***** Grain

Must.... control... self... nowww....