E55 Dropped on 20" GFG Medellin

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Mar 15, 2011 | 05:59 PM
  #1  
Hey guys, I figure it's my turn to post up a "new shoes thread". I recently picked up some 20" GFG Medellin wheels in flat back for a STEAL from a guy that was wanting to sell fast.

I added some AMG center caps and put the wheels on the car last night. The car is dropped, and there's really very little room, but I'm pretty sure I'm not rubbing.

Let me know what you think of the wheels/stance! Thanks!





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Mar 15, 2011 | 06:04 PM
  #2  
Thats a pretty good looking wheel... how much do they weigh? I heard GFG's are on the heavier side.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 06:08 PM
  #3  
looks good. how wide/offset are those?
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Mar 15, 2011 | 06:11 PM
  #4  
Quote: Thats a pretty good looking wheel... how much do they weigh? I heard GFG's are on the heavier side.
Yeah I would guess around 30 lbs. They're 3-peice forged wheels by Giovanna so they're nice quality. I'm not really into racing this car, so they're good for me.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 06:13 PM
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Quote: looks good. how wide/offset are those?
20x8.5" and 20x10"

I wish I could tell you the offsets, because the seller didn't know. I bought them solely based on the pics on his car. Luckily they fit just right.

Running 275's in the rear.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 06:51 PM
  #6  
Perfect stance... Looking good. How are you dropped?

The next step for me, would be to black out the chrome trim moldings..
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Mar 15, 2011 | 07:14 PM
  #7  
Please tell me you didnt buy those off of Sam in Atlanta.....
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Mar 15, 2011 | 07:22 PM
  #8  
Looks sick man! Stance is spot on.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 07:48 PM
  #9  
Stance is definitely spot on. Wheels look good too!
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Mar 15, 2011 | 08:46 PM
  #10  
looks about perfect. wheels are sick with the amg center cap.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 08:46 PM
  #11  
Looking good
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Mar 15, 2011 | 09:59 PM
  #12  
Keep them clean or you will regret it. They get dirt stuck in between the face of the rim and the outer ring. I have a set of asanti 2 piece and have to clean them ever day. Invest in a Polishing ball and clean them DAILY!!!
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Mar 15, 2011 | 10:02 PM
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Thanks guys. I'm pretty happy with them. I was considering raising the rear about 1/4-1/2" to get some extra clearance but I'm not sure if it's needed just yet.

I also took the time while the wheels were off to touch up the calipers with some paint. I found a color at Advance auto that matched the caliper color almost perfectly. You can't even tell they're touched up unless you're real close.


I thought about blacking out the moldings but I kind of like how they match the polished lip of the wheels. My next mod was planned to be the normal CF lip and possibly a diffuser, followed by a powder coat of the calipers when I replace my rotors.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 10:03 PM
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Quote: Keep them clean or you will regret it. They get dirt stuck in between the face of the rim and the outer ring. I have a set of asanti 2 piece and have to clean them ever day. Invest in a Polishing ball and clean them DAILY!!!
Thanks. I've seen those ball things but never actually used one, but I know what you mean because my Z has two piece wheels. I'll have to look into that.
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Mar 15, 2011 | 10:38 PM
  #15  
looks sick! wheels are nice...
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Mar 16, 2011 | 01:47 PM
  #16  
Wheels look good and def like the stance of the car. That AMG center cap is a nice touch too.
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Mar 16, 2011 | 02:06 PM
  #17  
You need a cruising down the road shot taken fron another car from low-level.

----and I forgive you.
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Mar 16, 2011 | 02:42 PM
  #18  
Quote: You need a cruising down the road shot taken fron another car from low-level.

----and I forgive you.
Lol.. thanks.

Yeah, as soon as I get my CF lip put on I'll do a photo shoot with a pro photographer friend that owes me. I'm considering blacking out the headlights as well.
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Mar 16, 2011 | 03:48 PM
  #19  
nice clean decked look, like it!
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Mar 16, 2011 | 04:45 PM
  #20  
I love it, great choice.
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Mar 16, 2011 | 08:42 PM
  #21  
Solid!
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Mar 16, 2011 | 09:38 PM
  #22  
Cleannn!
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Mar 17, 2011 | 02:07 PM
  #23  
Thanks fellas.

Quote: Cleannn!
I've always liked the look of your car in that Denver thread. Good to hear you approve.
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Mar 18, 2011 | 01:38 AM
  #24  
i like the theme you having going. amg center caps look good. nice car
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Mar 18, 2011 | 11:07 AM
  #25  
Not bad at all
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