Posted March 4, 201114 yr comment_348209 There have been several new wheel choices available for our Z cars over the past year, here are a few that I have taken notice of. If you know of any others please post them with your reviews, let's try to make this both fun and educational at the same time! NOTE: These reviews are based on my own opinions. I have set aside all wheel bias and/or brand loyalty. Some of you may say that I have not picked any wheels above a 15" diameter. IMHO an s30 looks best with a 14 and/or 15" diameter wheel. Rota Shakotan (available in 15x7, 15x8 and 15x9! offsets will range between 0, +10 and +15) Positive: * For the money this is the wheel to beat, awesome sizes available and classic timeless design. * This wheel is based on the "Hyashi Street" which was based on the Pantera Mangusta's wheels which is considered one of the most beautiful car designs of all time. * Easy to replace and at a low cost. Negative: * Like the Rota RB there is the chance that too many people will be running these at the same time and this could deflate the uniqueness of your ride. * Very limited color selection. * Facing of the 15x7 and 15x9 look very different, so running these sizes at the same time would give an "odd" look. * For some, quality may be suspect. Rating: 4.50/5 Approximate Cost: Between $500 - $650 US for a set Work Meister CR01 (available in 15x6 to 15x12, various offsets) Positive: * Beautiful 2-piece wheel based on a classic design. * Due to cost, you could have a unique ride in your area. * Color selection is awesome. * Quality wheel manufacturer based on history and reviews. Negative: * I can see a set of these babies costing you one of your children, move up a few more sizes and possibly two of your children!! * All the pictures I have seen online show it having a uni-lug design and if that is the case then drop a half point from my rating below. I simply can't stand seeing all those holes in the center of the wheel! Rating: 4.75/5 (would have gotten a 5 but cost scares me) Approximate Cost: Between $1250 - $3000 US for a set Rota Grid V or Classic (I believe these are only available in 15x8 zero offset for our cars but I could be wrong) Positive: * To me, this wheel is a cross between classic and modern design. It has no extreme, most people will not love it or hate it. It manages to satisfy most peoples tastes. * Low cost and easy replacement. Negative: * Would have been nice to see a greater selection of widths and offsets. * Low cost could result in too many people using these on their cars. * For some reason color selection is limited in USA/Canada. * For some people, Rota quality is suspect. Rating: 3.5/5 Approximate Cost: $600 - $650 US for a set Retro 4 (available in 14x5.5 ET +22, 15x6 ET's +3 or +24 and 15x7 ET +12 and ET +0) Positive: * Nice retro design. However, these wheels have an extreme design. There are those who will say that it is a beautiful classic design and then there are those that will say that some designs are better left in the past. * Fairly affordable for the average Joe. * This is about as "wheel period correct" as you are going to get for a new wheel. * From what I have read online, VTO seems to make a solid product. Negative: * Would be nice to see this wheel available in a 15x8. * Design has a too much of a 'four leaf clover' look for my tastes. * Could use more color selections but two available are nice. Rating: 3.50/5 Approximate Cost: Between $700 - $1000 US for a set. Enkei 92 (available in 15x7 +38 and 15x8 +25) Positive: * Timeless mesh design (period correct). * Choice of 3 colors. * Availability of a 15x8. * Good quality wheel manufacturer. Negative: * Offsets are a little high for an S30, 15x7 only available in a +38 and the 15x8 is only available in a +25 so spacers will most likely be needed for stock springs. * Could be pricey. Rating: 3/5 (hi positive offsets kill it for me) Cost: unknown VTO Classic 8 (available in 14x5.5 ET's +22, 15x6, 15x7, 15x8 in various offsets. Coming soon will be a 16x7 and 16x8) Positive: * Fantastic size selection to meet anyone's needs. * Classic timeless 8 spoke design based on the famous Panasports racing wheels. * Affordable, more so than the Panasports and I have read they are lighter which is a bonus. * VTO Performance has had good reviews online from current owners. * Available in 16" which allows greater tire selection. Negative: * Only available in black and silver (for those who care). * The 8 spoke design has been copied to death across various vehicles. Rating: 3.75/5 Cost: Estimated between $500 - $1000 US for a set. US Indy Mag (available in 15x5.0 ET -12, 15x7.0 ET -5 and 15x8.0 ET 1) Positive: * Period correct wheels, this style wheel was actually a dealer option for those who could afford them. If I remember correctly, widths were limited to 6". * They are very affordable for the average Z owner. * Above average quality. * Good size selection for the s30. Negative: * Only seem available in polished finish (for those who care). * I just can't get over thinking about these wheels when I look down at the drain in my kitchen sink, maybe this style was inspired by an ex plumber :classic:. * Design has been copied on multiple vehicles. * I have only seen these sold at one location. Rating: 3.75/5 Cost: Approximately $650 US for a set. Available here:http://www.rimsntires.com/wheel.jsp?itemid=197576&brand=US%20Mag&model=Indy&carMake=Datsun&carModel=240Z&carYear=1969 Edited March 6, 201114 yr by johnnyt updating Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348232 The Rota Grid V or Classic is a take off of the Volk TE37V. The Volk does not have a polished lip but rather carries the color all the way to the edge.http://www2.group5motorsport.com/blog/?p=286I like the look of the Shakotan's and contemplated swapping out my Grid Offroads, but I love the look of the Offroads on my car. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348232 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348237 Since I paid for 'em, I'm sorta partial to Konig Rewinds. They look damned good on my Z, too. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348242 Hey guys - how about posted some suggested prices for those of us who are thinking about wheels?? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348256 Retro 4 and Panasports get my vote Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348256 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr Author comment_348261 Since I paid for 'em, I'm sorta partial to Konig Rewinds. They look damned good on my Z, too.Yes, I agree. The rewinds are a nice looking wheel on the Z, they have been out longer than a year that is why i did not include them in my initial post. I would like to have seen them available in a 15x8 zero offset.Maybe I should keep my initial post going and include wheels from the past as well....um. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348261 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348262 Does anyone have a picture of the newly released Enkei 92 reproductions? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348262 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr Author comment_348265 Hey guys - how about posted some suggested prices for those of us who are thinking about wheels?? I was going to add pricing, what I opted for instead was to make statements such as 'affordable' or 'low cost'. Cost varies from various dealers and sometimes they will not give you a price on their site (you need to email them for a quote). Maybe I will go back to my original post and add a price range. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348265 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348266 Retro 4 and Panasports get my voteSame here Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348266 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr Author comment_348268 Does anyone have a picture of the newly released Enkei 92 reproductions? That's weird, you must have posted this when I was adding these wheels to my list . Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348268 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr comment_348269 The Rota Grid V or Classic is a take off of the Volk TE37V. The Volk does not have a polished lip but rather carries the color all the way to the edge.http://www2.group5motorsport.com/blog/?p=286I like the look of the Shakotan's and contemplated swapping out my Grid Offroads, but I love the look of the Offroads on my car.The TE37V's do come with a polished lip on the gunmetal color.Does anyone have a picture of the newly released Enkei 92 reproductions?I do. Dont know how to post them. I think they are on speedhunters. Its a White S30 with black on one side and gold on the other. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348269 Share on other sites More sharing options...
March 5, 201114 yr Author comment_348271 The TE37V's do come with a polished lip on the gunmetal color.I do. Dont know how to post them. I think they are on speedhunters. Its a White S30 with black on one side and gold on the other.Hi surfer.tech, I have posted and reviewed the Enkei 92's in my initial post. If everyone is enjoying my thread I can keep it going just say the word. Thanks Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/38788-latest-wheel-selections-and-personal-reviews-which-one-is-your-favourite/#findComment-348271 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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