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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 05:13 PM
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I frequent this site almost daily but a few months ago I was bored and took pics of some wheels I got put on. They are Motegi 18" staggered. While they weren't my first choice, for $500 w/ tires, I really thought it was a good deal. And I specifically wanted gun metal color wheels.

After seeing so many modded Z's, please understand I've made modest changes such as removing the 350z badge, getting the license framed and adding a stubby antenna and I'm a happy camper.

License Plate $10
Antenna $10
Wheels and tires $500
Tint - $200

My little Z...priceless.
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 05:16 PM
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That looks awesome. Great color combo. I'm not a fan of black cars, but yours looks good. And whatever makes you happy is alright by us.
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 05:28 PM
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not bad but you should have went with 19's, those 18s look a little too small. oh and get rid of the amber reflectors, get smoked ones
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 07:12 PM
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Looks good... +1 on the reflectors .
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 07:23 PM
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yowza those offsets are high. I recommend spacers.

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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 08:52 PM
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Noice... what kind of motegi rims are they?
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Old Apr 21, 2009 | 09:02 PM
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Specs?

You took the trouble to photograph the car with its new wheels and tires, but only mention you have 18” wheels. It looks very good, but your thread would be more interesting if you provide additional info.
  • How wide are the wheels?
  • What model wheel?
  • Offset?
  • Tire sizes?

Your setup looks good, and the budget is very good.

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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 05:26 AM
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I see no shoes in this thread. Only weak offsets.


just bustin yer *****, get some spacers
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Spike100
Specs?

You took the trouble to photograph the car with its new wheels and tires, but only mention you have 18” wheels. It looks very good, but your thread would be more interesting if you provide additional info.
  • How wide are the wheels?
  • What model wheel?
  • Offset?
  • Tire sizes?

Your setup looks good, and the budget is very good.

--Spike
Thanks Spike. I bought these from Craigslist from a previous Z owner. These are 18 in the front with 18.5 in the back. He mentioned these are Motegi SP5 Wheels.The offset I am not sure but can find out. I know on the forums ppl look for a 20-22mm offset. But to be honest, I like my rear tires sticking out from the sides. Kind of makes it look mean imo.

Come to think of it, I bought my 2003 Blk Touring Z with 29k Miles, clean car fax for $15,500 about 1 year ago.

I have bought some generic cross drilled rotors that I will be adding to the wheels to dress it up a bit in conjunction with Hawk Brake Pads.

Minor tweaks but it's so fun to do.

Thanks for the input guys!
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 05:55 AM
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WAT? what is sticking out exactly? those are sunken battleship status.

Remember though, if you like it thats all that matters - but the internet will hate you.
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 06:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Thermal1
WAT? what is sticking out exactly? those are sunken battleship status.

Remember though, if you like it thats all that matters - but the internet will hate you.
Thermal, I see what you're saying. I added a rear shot of the car. Am I missing something or do the tires SLIGHTLY stick out? I like that...but then again it's just me and I am content w/ the Z.
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how dark is your tint?
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 04:11 PM
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Not bad for $500 wheels with tires. I was trying to do the same since I need new 2 tires anyways which costs just the same. Did your g/f know you were taking of pic of her?
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by mariar508
how dark is your tint?
Tint is 35% on the driver / passenger. Back is 30% and "sides" are limo.
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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by black06z
Not bad for $500 wheels with tires. I was trying to do the same since I need new 2 tires anyways which costs just the same. Did your g/f know you were taking of pic of her?
Haha - yes she did. She was busy putting on last minute makeup as we (and the Z) had a wedding to attend. We were there early and I had the digital camera with us.
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