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      06-12-2009, 10:19 AM   #13
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Originally Posted by larryn View Post
Gonna have to greatly disagree here. Lowering your unsprung weight actually greatly increases performance by a lot, and lowers gas consumption, as there is less weight to get rolling. 19lbs spun forged wheels compared to 24lb cast alu CSL reps.. there will be decent seat-of-the-pants throttle response benefits, and if driven normally, will sip less gas.

Also, finally having the ability to run tires with the only limitation of wheel wheel, instead of the fender is HUGE to a lot of people.

Lastly, lighter weight wheels make more of a noticeable difference on less HP cars, not more HP cars.

I think these wheels serve enormous purpose... There's nothing like them in existence (fitment and weight wise).

Looks are subjective... I like 'em, perfectly fine with others not liking the looks of them.
will the front wheel stick out of the fender or rub.. with stock suspension or bmw performance suspension?
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