Which of these 2 wheels?

[Colorado-SHOBro]

Getting close to pulling the trigger on some 20's for the SHO. I've narrowed it down to these 2 but keep on going back on forth on preference between them. Price difference is pretty negligible and won't be a deciding factor so i won't mention cost differences. Appearance wise i'm not trying to go FULL murdered out look(it's done a lot in this platform and i want to do something different) and wheel choice ties into keeping away from that.
I photo-shopped wheels onto geswek's old car being that it was a nice high quality pic and then i also did some onto my actual car thinking it would help me decide- it didn't really LOL. Thanks to Geswek for permission to let me use these pics. . and keep in mind this is my first time using any photo editing software so don't judge! haha

#1 20x8.5 32mm offset. 21.5lbs


#2 20x8.5 30mm offset. 25.4lbs



And on my car. Sorry for the crappy quality pic

#1


#2





Ultimately I'm leaning pretty hard towards a certain one but seem to change my mind almost every other day. I also find it a bit ironic that i felt the need to make this post . . cuz i kinda don't care what others opinions are too much. I just want to be happy with my choice but i figured i'd post em up and see what you guys had to say. More looking for opinions on what you may like/dislike about each wheel rather than just "go with #2 cuz i like it better!"

Thanks for looking!

[Usmcsho]

Getting close to pulling the trigger on some 20's for the SHO. I've narrowed it down to these 2 but keep on going back on forth on preference between them. Price difference is pretty negligible and won't be a deciding factor so i won't mention cost differences. Appearance wise i'm not trying to go FULL murdered out look(it's done a lot in this platform and i want to do something different) and wheel choice ties into keeping away from that.
I photo-shopped wheels onto geswek's old car being that it was a nice high quality pic and then i also did some onto my actual car thinking it would help me decide- it didn't really LOL. Thanks to Geswek for permission to let me use these pics. . and keep in mind this is my first time using any photo editing software so don't judge! haha

#1 20x8.5 32mm offset. 21.5lbs


#2 20x8.5 30mm offset. 25.4lbs



And on my car. Sorry for the crappy quality pic

#1


#2





Ultimately I'm leaning pretty hard towards a certain one but seem to change my mind almost every other day. I also find it a bit ironic that i felt the need to make this post . . cuz i kinda don't care what others opinions are too much. I just want to be happy with my choice but i figured i'd post em up and see what you guys had to say. More looking for opinions on what you may like/dislike about each wheel rather than just "go with #2 cuz i like it better!"

Thanks for looking!

I'd go the first set

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[StealBlueSho]

Lighter = faster... go with the first set..


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[SHOdded]

First set.

[glock-coma]

I'll go against the grain here. I like the color contrast between the black and grey. I like #2 minus the weight diff.
Unless #1 is avail in the same color as #2

[Colorado-SHOBro]

I'll go against the grain here. I like the color contrast between the black and grey. I like #2 minus the weight diff.
Unless #1 is avail in the same color as #2

No #1 is only available in the graphite finish. That's the major appeal to #2 for me is the "opal" finish. It's kind of pearlescent and think it might look real good with the highly metallic paint on the car. I almost feel like i need to see that wheel in person to see how it changes in the light. The major setback for #2 for me is the added weight. It's still a solid 6lb lighter than stock but the less weight the better.
Thanks for the opinions though guys!

[BlueSHO]

I like #2 best. The contrast with your color looks tit* (o)(o)

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[Dxlnt1]

Of the choices you listed, I would go with #1.

If I had a say in it, I would find something to accent the chrome trim more. Black chrome with machine finish. Keeping gray wheels on your color combo you may as well keep the stockers.

These wheels are heavier but unless you at the track on a regular basis trying to set new records, it may NOT be that important to you. Just my 2 cents. I've been given change before so take it with a grain of salt! Good luck!











http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=4182866U35BMF&wheelMake=Platinum&wheelModel=Wraith&wheelFinish=Machined%20w%2FBlack%20Accent&showRear=no&autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2012&autoModClar=SHO

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=5052856540BMF&wheelMake=Enkei%20Performance&wheelModel=ONX&wheelFinish=Machined%20w%2FBlack%20Accent&showRear=no&autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2012&autoModClar=SHO

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=2522866BM35BMA&wheelMake=Platinum&wheelModel=Allure&wheelFinish=Black%20w%2FMilled%20Accent&showRear=no&autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2012&autoModClar=SHO

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=AR89328512335BMF&wheelMake=American%20Racing&wheelModel=AR893%20Mainline&wheelFinish=Machined%20w%2FBlack%20Accent&showRear=no&autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2012&autoModClar=SHO

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=MR12628512338BMA&wheelMake=MOTEGI+RACING&wheelModel=MR126&wheelFinish=Black+w%2FMilled+Accent&showRear=no&autoMake=Ford&autoModel=Taurus&autoYear=2012&autoModClar=SHO

[markssho]

What a beauty!


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[Dxlnt1]

BTW, some details on the Vette in the garage?

[Colorado-SHOBro]

Dxlnt1- i like some of those wheels you posted #2 and the last set of motegis but they're both considerably more $ than the wheels i'm considering currently. weight savings is definitely a priority in my purchase as i will be taking it to the track in the summer. regardless of track use a lighter wheel promotes better performance for daily driving too . . braking distance,handling and steering input. hell im even going with the lightest tire i can find being the general g-max a/s.


as far as the vette in the garage . . details are it's not mine. pics were taken while i was parked in the driveway visiting my dad. that's his 16' C7 convertible w/z51 package. car is downright gorgeous and a kick in the ass to drive in the twisties out here in CO. my SHO is faster at the strip though NA V8's can't breathe in the thin air up here.


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[Dxlnt1]

Dxlnt1- i like some of those wheels you posted #2 and the last set of motegis but they're both considerably more $ than the wheels i'm considering currently. weight savings is definitely a priority in my purchase as i will be taking it to the track in the summer. regardless of track use a lighter wheel promotes better performance for daily driving too . . braking distance,handling and steering input. hell im even going with the lightest tire i can find being the general g-max a/s.


as far as the vette in the garage . . details are it's not mine. pics were taken while i was parked in the driveway visiting my dad. that's his 16' C7 convertible w/z51 package. car is downright gorgeous and a kick in the ass to drive in the twisties out here in CO. my SHO is faster at the strip though NA V8's can't breathe in the thin air up here.


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They are a bit pricey. The last wheel, MR126 only 23 lbs. But I understand the money part oh too well.

Sometimes local ma n pa stores will have the same or very similar wheels for less. Just something to ponder. The MR126 will be killer! Anyway, happy shopping.

Will you use the 255 or 275 setup?

[Colorado-SHOBro]

Dxlnt1- i like some of those wheels you posted #2 and the last set of motegis but they're both considerably more $ than the wheels i'm considering currently. weight savings is definitely a priority in my purchase as i will be taking it to the track in the summer. regardless of track use a lighter wheel promotes better performance for daily driving too . . braking distance,handling and steering input. hell im even going with the lightest tire i can find being the general g-max a/s.


as far as the vette in the garage . . details are it's not mine. pics were taken while i was parked in the driveway visiting my dad. that's his 16' C7 convertible w/z51 package. car is downright gorgeous and a kick in the ass to drive in the twisties out here in CO. my SHO is faster at the strip though NA V8's can't breathe in the thin air up here.


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They are a bit pricey. The last wheel, MR126 only 23 lbs. But I understand the money part oh too well.

Sometimes local ma n pa stores will have the same or very similar wheels for less. Just something to ponder. The MR126 will be killer! Anyway, happy shopping.

Will you use the 255 or 275 setup?

think i'm gonna go with 255/45/20 for the first set of tires on the 20" setup. partially because they're lighter, but mostly cuz they're a lot cheaper. also should be better in the snow being that i'm getting an a/s tire. down the road i may get all out snow tires for the stock 19" wheels and switch to full summer performance tires on the 20" wheels. but for now the g max tires should give me better dry grip and better snow traction than my pos goodyear rsa's.


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[Dxlnt1]

Dxlnt1- i like some of those wheels you posted #2 and the last set of motegis but they're both considerably more $ than the wheels i'm considering currently. weight savings is definitely a priority in my purchase as i will be taking it to the track in the summer. regardless of track use a lighter wheel promotes better performance for daily driving too . . braking distance,handling and steering input. hell im even going with the lightest tire i can find being the general g-max a/s.


as far as the vette in the garage . . details are it's not mine. pics were taken while i was parked in the driveway visiting my dad. that's his 16' C7 convertible w/z51 package. car is downright gorgeous and a kick in the ass to drive in the twisties out here in CO. my SHO is faster at the strip though NA V8's can't breathe in the thin air up here.


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They are a bit pricey. The last wheel, MR126 only 23 lbs. But I understand the money part oh too well.

Sometimes local ma n pa stores will have the same or very similar wheels for less. Just something to ponder. The MR126 will be killer! Anyway, happy shopping.

Will you use the 255 or 275 setup?

think i'm gonna go with 255/45/20 for the first set of tires on the 20" setup. partially because they're lighter, but mostly cuz they're a lot cheaper. also should be better in the snow being that i'm getting an a/s tire. down the road i may get all out snow tires for the stock 19" wheels and switch to full summer performance tires on the 20" wheels. but for now the g max tires should give me better dry grip and better snow traction than my pos goodyear rsa's.


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AWESOME!

Don't know the weight difference but when I bought my 275's, they were cheaper than the 255's were here. Maybe just a regional thing. Don't remember what price was, but when I bought tire/wheel setup, the whole thing cost me I think just under $1400 with all mounting, warranty and all. The replacement tire set I bought few months ago cost maybe $600.

[Colorado-SHOBro]

Dxlnt1- i like some of those wheels you posted #2 and the last set of motegis but they're both considerably more $ than the wheels i'm considering currently. weight savings is definitely a priority in my purchase as i will be taking it to the track in the summer. regardless of track use a lighter wheel promotes better performance for daily driving too . . braking distance,handling and steering input. hell im even going with the lightest tire i can find being the general g-max a/s.


as far as the vette in the garage . . details are it's not mine. pics were taken while i was parked in the driveway visiting my dad. that's his 16' C7 convertible w/z51 package. car is downright gorgeous and a kick in the ass to drive in the twisties out here in CO. my SHO is faster at the strip though NA V8's can't breathe in the thin air up here.


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They are a bit pricey. The last wheel, MR126 only 23 lbs. But I understand the money part oh too well.

Sometimes local ma n pa stores will have the same or very similar wheels for less. Just something to ponder. The MR126 will be killer! Anyway, happy shopping.

Will you use the 255 or 275 setup?

think i'm gonna go with 255/45/20 for the first set of tires on the 20" setup. partially because they're lighter, but mostly cuz they're a lot cheaper. also should be better in the snow being that i'm getting an a/s tire. down the road i may get all out snow tires for the stock 19" wheels and switch to full summer performance tires on the 20" wheels. but for now the g max tires should give me better dry grip and better snow traction than my pos goodyear rsa's.


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AWESOME!

Don't know the weight difference but when I bought my 275's, they were cheaper than the 255's were here. Maybe just a regional thing. Don't remember what price was, but when I bought tire/wheel setup, the whole thing cost me I think just under $1400 with all mounting, warranty and all. The replacement tire set I bought few months ago cost maybe $600.

the 255 G-max are 118/tire@ big o and weigh 27.7lbs. 275 is 199/tire and 1lb heavier.  all other tires in the same 2 sizes were 30lbs or more. was considering bfg comp force but they're more $ and pretty heavy for their size.
no brainer for me.


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