SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: Anyone know who makes these wheels?
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Anyone know who makes these wheels?
Ok, so I FINALLY found an SL65 that I want. I will be purchasing it tomorrow. I really like the AMG wheels that it comes with, but I REALLY like these wheels. Does anyone know who makes these? I know I've seen them before, just cant remember the brand. I will most likely be selling my AMG wheels if anyone is interested. Dont worry, I wont price them like AMG does. 
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by moa4r
I think those are called MAE wheels or something, not sure, but those would totally ruin the an sl65 IMO...the best thing about that car (after the engine) are the wheels!!!
Thanks!
I guess I may have to do some Photoshop work then.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Well, I found a picture of them on an SL, what do you think? I think they look pretty good, Im just not too much into the HUGE lip on the front wheel. I guess I'll have to call and see if I could get a smaller lip in the front. I have a few other choices that I would like to look at before I make my final decision.
Last edited by Melodic; Jan 28, 2005 at 01:16 PM.
Super Member
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 948
Likes: 0
From: Irvine, California
'10 MB E63, '08 ML550 ('05 E55, '05 SL55, '08 E63 GONE)
Different strokes for different folks. I personally don't like anything that overly occludes the brake calipers and rotors...
~ Ian
~ Ian
Trending Topics
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Newbie
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by Melodic
Ok, what about these? I like these A LOT. They make the SL look really aggressive.
Have you had difficulties finding an SL65?
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by Melodic
Ok, so I FINALLY found an SL65 that I want. I will be purchasing it tomorrow. I really like the AMG wheels that it comes with, but I REALLY like these wheels. Does anyone know who makes these? I know I've seen them before, just cant remember the brand. I will most likely be selling my AMG wheels if anyone is interested. Dont worry, I wont price them like AMG does.
Ewwww...while you are there, add the spinning wheels too
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 28,933
Likes: 12
The top are MAE's, the second are BBS's.
I don't like either one, both are way too busy on a car that is beautiful enough. I think less attention should be paid to the wheels alone and as a car as a whole.
What price range are you looking at? I have a lot of stuff I need to get rid of.
Edit: What part of Houston are you in? I'm in Sugarland!
I don't like either one, both are way too busy on a car that is beautiful enough. I think less attention should be paid to the wheels alone and as a car as a whole.
What price range are you looking at? I have a lot of stuff I need to get rid of.
Edit: What part of Houston are you in? I'm in Sugarland!
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
The top are MAE's, the second are BBS's.
I don't like either one, both are way too busy on a car that is beautiful enough. I think less attention should be paid to the wheels alone and as a car as a whole.
What price range are you looking at? I have a lot of stuff I need to get rid of.
Edit: What part of Houston are you in? I'm in Sugarland!
I don't like either one, both are way too busy on a car that is beautiful enough. I think less attention should be paid to the wheels alone and as a car as a whole.
What price range are you looking at? I have a lot of stuff I need to get rid of.
Edit: What part of Houston are you in? I'm in Sugarland!
Any price range. Im in the Clearlake area.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by speedAsylum
Those are BBS LM's. I really like those too, but I think they're hard to get.
Have you had difficulties finding an SL65?
Have you had difficulties finding an SL65?
Yes, I've had a pretty difficult time finding the right SL65. I wanted Silver/Black, but all of the ones that were in that color were already sold. Also, MOST of the silver I had seen didnt have the interior that I wanted. The other option for me was to order one which was out of the question. I dont care to wait on a car. :p
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by moa4r
that is SHANKs SL600, THOSE rims look amazing IMO...but I really can't see why you anyone would want to change the stock sl65 wheels to be honest 
Its not that I dont like the stockers, its just that I've seen SL's with aftermarket wheels and it looks really good, especially with a wheel with some kind of a lip. SHANK has one helluva stable.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,838
Likes: 7
G55, SLS, smart eq
As far as aftermarket rims go the HRE ones are alright.
From the 'pictures' thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....&postcount=101
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....2&postcount=56
and
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....&postcount=159
From the 'pictures' thread:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....&postcount=101
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....2&postcount=56
and
https://mbworld.org/forums/showpost....&postcount=159
Last edited by sprins; Jan 28, 2005 at 06:39 PM.
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 28,933
Likes: 12
Originally Posted by Melodic
Any price range. Im in the Clearlake area.
8-Series
840R
841R
843R
845R
847R
That is the top line for HRE's. You can find retail pricing @ www.hrewheels.com and you can contact me anyway to get discounts and specific fitament for your SL65.
iForged
Prices can be found on www.iforged.com same situation with the discount
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 28,933
Likes: 12
Fair enough, I haven't dealt with them directly, I go through other people.
What about iForged?
If you have any other rim companies in mind, just hollar!
Let's see off the top of my head what I can think of:
Carlsson
Brabus
Lorinser
Wald
BBS
AMG
Kleemann
Champion Motorsport
O.Z.
Lowenhart
Maya
TSW
Racing Hart
Work (I know of a group buy going on this right now, it'll be amazing price)
Antera
Davin
MAE (the ones at the very top that you looked at)
And a few others. Depending on what kinda style you are looking for each wheel company offers a different taste.
What about iForged?
If you have any other rim companies in mind, just hollar!
Let's see off the top of my head what I can think of:
Carlsson
Brabus
Lorinser
Wald
BBS
AMG
Kleemann
Champion Motorsport
O.Z.
Lowenhart
Maya
TSW
Racing Hart
Work (I know of a group buy going on this right now, it'll be amazing price)
Antera
Davin
MAE (the ones at the very top that you looked at)
And a few others. Depending on what kinda style you are looking for each wheel company offers a different taste.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
IForged is OK, I believe they spawned off from HRE. Theres a lot of wheels that I like, just not too sure if they would look good on an SL. If you're ever over this way, let me know.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
I take it she lives in Clearlake? How old are you? Well, in any event, if you're ever over this way, let me know and I'll let you take the SL for a spin since you've been helping me with all of these wheels.
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 28,933
Likes: 12
She lives in Clearlake, I used to live up there as well but we wanted to move closer to family. I'll be turning 17 in a few days
Thanks for the offer, but knowing my luck, I'd end up having to help you find tires as well
I'm having enough fun with this wet weather in my RWD (yes!) LS
Oh how I love rear wheel drive.
Thanks for the offer, but knowing my luck, I'd end up having to help you find tires as well
I'm having enough fun with this wet weather in my RWD (yes!) LS
Oh how I love rear wheel drive.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: May 2004
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Houston, TX
Originally Posted by ricky.agrawal
She lives in Clearlake, I used to live up there as well but we wanted to move closer to family. I'll be turning 17 in a few days
Thanks for the offer, but knowing my luck, I'd end up having to help you find tires as well
I'm having enough fun with this wet weather in my RWD (yes!) LS Oh how I love rear wheel drive.
Thanks for the offer, but knowing my luck, I'd end up having to help you find tires as well
I'm having enough fun with this wet weather in my RWD (yes!) LS
Oh how I love rear wheel drive.Sweet! Thats one thing I love about the SL, RWD!
