View Poll Results: Which rims should I pick?
Lexani LSS-10
5
21.74%
Asanti AF122 (I think this is too much Black)
6
26.09%
Lexani CS3
0
0%
Stay with AMG OEM's
12
52.17%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 23. You may not vote on this poll
It's time. Wheels for the CLS.
09-18-2008, 05:41 PM
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07 S550 & 08 335i
09-19-2008, 04:27 AM
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09-22-2008, 03:02 AM
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Bigben...I too am in the market for rims once again. I had Asanti on my CL and they were very strong, very nice quality and finish. The ones I had were 3-piece. Of the 2 last choice you have...I would go with the LSS-10...it is a cleaner look and has a nice lip. For the VVS083 to me seem a bit bulky and it fills up the rim too much and the lip on that aint that nice. Good luck and post some pictures when you get them.
09-22-2008, 05:33 PM
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Problem is the Lexani's are not hubcentric. I would need hub rings, and I just don't like the idea. Anyone have any dealing with hub rings?
The Vossen's 083's are pretty close to them and I do like them. They are hubcentric, made for my car.
The Vossen's 083's are pretty close to them and I do like them. They are hubcentric, made for my car.
09-22-2008, 10:39 PM
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Just to informed you that there are alot of people selling their used 3 piece 20" wheels out there for a very good price. search around, look at classified and craigslist, it might take some time, but you can probably get a nice set of 3 piece wheels with tires for approx $2500.
thats how I buy and sell all my wheels..
thats how I buy and sell all my wheels..
09-22-2008, 11:22 PM
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I will take a look, but I prefer new rims and tires. At $3100 out the door for the Vossens, with Michelin A/S Sport that's not a bad deal for me.
11-15-2008, 11:41 PM
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yeah ima newbie
yeah i was wondering about some new rims for the 230..im looking for 18-20s. not racing but not big gaulky rims. staggered, black, with a chrome 3"ish lip on back and a 1"ish lip on front. yea i know its pretty specific but if anybody has some links that i could find some for a GOOD deal i'd appreciate it
11-16-2008, 01:47 AM
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Not sure on the logo, I will look into that. On the list you gave I will check them out as well. Sevas is definitely not on my list as they have been called out for fabrication problems and rims flying apart. The owner was a complete jerk after the man made a claim, and had to call the news to get a refund. Story is on the forum.
11-16-2008, 10:03 PM
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New Vossen Wheels!! 20 inch VVS078! Black machined with chrome lip!!!!
I took a few trips to the wheel shop but Im convinced I picked the right wheels. Thoughts????
11-16-2008, 10:13 PM
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11-16-2008, 10:17 PM
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I have been noticing issues with certain shops, and have been doing some research, talking to people that have them, and looking on the web.
11-21-2008, 11:39 PM
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Spill the beans, fill me (us) in on the issues. That's why I posted here and have been on the fence for a while on getting rims. So many choices, and brands popping up everywhere. I see another rim shop popping up all the time, and all claim to be better than the other.
I have been noticing issues with certain shops, and have been doing some research, talking to people that have them, and looking on the web.
I have been noticing issues with certain shops, and have been doing some research, talking to people that have them, and looking on the web.
. I'd pay the extra couple bills for HRE, iForged, DPE, 360's. Not to mention Asnati makes some HEAVY wheels guys! heavy wheels = poor MPG, and i dunno about you but "I WANT MY MPG" 
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if ur W219 is not on 3 piece Aluminum Forged.............u r wasting ur time..
Vossens r made in taiwan.......get made in the USA....forged Wheels..i have GFG s n HRE s.................Just ordered DPE s..
IMO.....if u r going to spend the money.....get the same calliber rim as ur car...
Vossens r made in taiwan.......get made in the USA....forged Wheels..i have GFG s n HRE s.................Just ordered DPE s..
IMO.....if u r going to spend the money.....get the same calliber rim as ur car...
03-30-2011, 11:38 AM
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if ur W219 is not on 3 piece Aluminum Forged.............u r wasting ur time..
Vossens r made in taiwan.......get made in the USA....forged Wheels..i have GFG s n HRE s.................Just ordered DPE s..
IMO.....if u r going to spend the money.....get the same calliber rim as ur car...
Vossens r made in taiwan.......get made in the USA....forged Wheels..i have GFG s n HRE s.................Just ordered DPE s..
IMO.....if u r going to spend the money.....get the same calliber rim as ur car...
Just to spin it up to date, I did go with the Vossens, had them for two years or so, and am selling them soon. Learned a lot about forged vs cast and the differences in production processes since then as well. True enough forged are stronger/lighter, but not bullet proof either.
03-30-2011, 02:28 PM
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11'W212 E550-11'W219 550 -12'X204 4MATIC- 12'W204 M271 1.8T
20" Modulare M1's does the car have a lowering mod. because it looks like its lowered including a ground/body styling . also those 20's are tucked in. how much are you sellin those wheels for ? and are you using spacers..thanks
I would try staying away from those or staying stock if possible...
Here are some images of CLS' that we have done in the past. PM Me if you have any questions about pricing etc
Our Project CLS500 on 20" Modulare M1's (Brushed)
CLS55 on 20" Modulare M3 (Brushed)
CLS55 on 20" HRE 545R (Brushed)
CLS500 on 20" Maya DLS (Silver)
Here are some images of CLS' that we have done in the past. PM Me if you have any questions about pricing etc
Our Project CLS500 on 20" Modulare M1's (Brushed)
CLS55 on 20" Modulare M3 (Brushed)
CLS55 on 20" HRE 545R (Brushed)
CLS500 on 20" Maya DLS (Silver)
03-30-2011, 02:31 PM
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That guy was banned, I would just go to Modulare's website and request a quote. That is what I did and got a response the next day.
03-31-2011, 10:38 AM
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I have to say this...you do realize that the CLS and pretty much all MB's come on cast rims? Hardly any of them have forged wheels as OEM's. The CLS AMG rims for instance are Cromodora (Italy made) and the 55's had Belgium made cast rims.
Just to spin it up to date, I did go with the Vossens, had them for two years or so, and am selling them soon. Learned a lot about forged vs cast and the differences in production processes since then as well. True enough forged are stronger/lighter, but not bullet proof either.
Just to spin it up to date, I did go with the Vossens, had them for two years or so, and am selling them soon. Learned a lot about forged vs cast and the differences in production processes since then as well. True enough forged are stronger/lighter, but not bullet proof either.
its easy to damage any wheel......
