Hey guys I've been reading the threads in this section alot, and from what I've read it seems like everyone in here goes crazy for Volk's. I guess my question to you is why they are so appealing to most people? I personally would never pick volk's for my Z because of the high prices for them. I think some of them look pretty good, but I've seen a lot of plain ones too (which people went crazy for)

My main question to you all is this: What makes volk's so appealing?

And I know each person has their own opinions and this one is mine (I'm sure some people wouldn't like my style of rims either), I am in NO way talking down to Volk's, just wondering what the appeal is.

Thanks!

 

its like the versace of wheels.

your gonna start a sh*tstorm with this question but everyone thinks different.

Me.....i def think there are SOME beautiful volk setups but there are ALOT that i hate and people seem to love them.

Like everything else we buy people like going for the expensive/baller brands if they can.

Me i go for what looks the best regardless of the names. Even tho obviously a volk wheel is gonna be better made than a no name wheel. I could never justify spending that much money on wheels cause i have better things to spend my money on.

 

cuz dey iz pure JDM j00!!!!!

 

lightweight - multi piece - JDM hotness

other wheel companies that offer wheels that are priced cheap usually are heavy (with wheeldude as the exception in the weight department ) and or have rivets giving the illusion of a 2 or 3 peice wheel. they use chrome as opposed to (RMC) or polished and usually have weak off sets. The list can go on. Thankfully for the Z we have options.

 

Gotcha so lots of people like em cause their lightweight and still fashionable. So I take it most people who track their cars would be interested in volk's. It definitely is a high price to pay for the lightweight brand name. But that pretty much answers my question

 

It would be really nice to track some volk's at the track. However, can't afford that luxury. I track my car with cheap wheels/ok quality. for my driving skills, I don't think having volks at the track would make a big difference. I believe most people choose their volks because of the high quality/finish of the wheels. The wheels are fantastic(made in japan... gotta love JDM), but the only reason I would get them in my situation is because I'd racing as a pro or some **** close to it. Or, either I have to much money sitting under my mattress.

 

I love Volk...GTS and SF Challenge FTW!

...I just don't have the money to afford it!

 

There are much more, cost-efficient, options for track wheels. Some are just as light and nearly as strong (see autox pic below). SSR Comps are a great, super-lightweight alternative (as are Enkei RPF1s, although they are a little heavier).

Some are a tad heavier due to their cast design, but decently lightweight (see track pic below).





Unless Volk sponsored me, I would never put a new set on my track car given the abundance of options. It's overkill, like wearing Prada designer sunglasses to play centerfield.

 

It seems like everyone is finding the same thing I find wrong with volks: not being able to justify spending that much on wheels. I remember seeing some prices of volks (after I saw everyone talking about them) and figured out I could buy other nice wheels and some very nice mods to go with it.

To those with volks: are any of you ever concerned with your wheels getting stolen because of the fact that they cost so much?

 

Don't hate because u can't or don't want to afford it. I want some bbs lm's so bad but I don't want afford them but I'm not gonna hate. This thread is just as bad as a Volk owner starting a hate thread on rotas. If u don't like volks, fine but don't start dumbass threads like this because it makes u look like a hater. For the record, I don't run on volks.

 

[QUOTE=ny300z;7856521]its like the versace of wheels.

^He's right, remember back in the good oh high school days, for example, where people had to have their JORDAN basketball shoes, or their OAKLY sunglasses, yea they look a lot like some of the cheaper shoes/sunglasses but its because they are obviously name brand and of course "cool." duh!

With all seriousness, yes volk wheels have the 2-3 piece option, and are extremely light weight. They also have a huge reputation with becoming an amazingly reliable brand when it comes to the "wheel crowd."

Though, I do agree with the OP. There are some styles such as SF winning that are like hell yea! But there are some other styles that are just, eeeh-expensive because of the name.

 

Haha good analogy.

Out of curiosity how much do those wheels in those pictures you supplied cost?

 

i've had different brands of wheels before and Volk seems to be the best so far. I'm hit countless of things on the roads...things i thought my wheels would not survive but put on a balancer and watching each wheel, non even has a slight bent. And it's pretty light for 19s.

 

I won't pay for the name, quality wheels can be had at 1/2 price.

 

If you would of fully read my post you would of seen that I actually like volks but they are a little too expensive for me personally and was wondering why people found them appealing. I in no way are hating on them. Like I stated, I'm sure people wouldn't like my rims, to each their own. Just wanted to find out a question buddy.

But thank you for your useless input.

 

+1, the quality and finish are superb. the original designs are sick. light weight and strong. very reasonable price for high end wheels. and yes they are priced very reasonably, try pricing some new iForged and BBS wheels.

 

I said the same thing when I had less then 10 posts., to myself..spend time on the forums and youll understand why volks are great...or just Rays rims in general.

 

Part of it could be that I haven't actually seen them up close and personal either, as I'm fully aware that pictures and the actual thing definitely have their differences.

More of you volk members need to come to the car shows down here so I can see them up close and personal!

 

been on the forums for years, seen tons in person....still dont understand

i mean if ur racing ur car or in a car show where brands matter than yea i understand.

me?? it doesnt matter if volks are a little lighter than my aftermarket wheels, im not being clocked to the beer store or to work.

 

fyi rotas now have fake rivets on their "new" design.


I dont love EVERY volk design, several of their GT series wheels are not my cup of tea.