OZ Formula HLT vs. XXR 527

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by Twinguin

Yes, they do. I can take some pics from a different angle to show the spokes if anybody's interested!?

You're more than welcome to. It's not something we see everyday; especially on an authentic GT86 from a foreign country.

[Twinguin]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

You're more than welcome to. It's not something we see everyday; especially on an authentic GT86 from a foreign country.

OK, you asked for it. Especially on the third pic you can see how the spoke bends inwards and the center hub is "flush" with the rim.





And here it is, with the new wheels just fitted and TÜVed (the road legal approval):


Or, if you wanna see more, head to my photobucket.

Cheers

[Slash]

Not try to offend but the gold does apeal to me and it's not because I don't like gold. It's just a shade of gold that I'm not a fan of. I don't like the 4 colors they offer and they put on every wheel. They just stand out in a negative way to me. I could spot a new XXR wheel design without a logo just off of the cheap looking finish. I'm not picky name brand humper either so don't accuse. I am rocking Isis coilovers after all. Haha

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[MightyMeeple]

Count me as one of these who was literally shocked to see you go with the change in wheels....I really loved your Sti wheels with the white lettered Advan tires.

BUT...damn, I like me some gold wheels, and your WRB really pop with those 527s. I love the setup, and am considering XXRs for my car whenever I finally upgrade to larger wheels.

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by the_butcher

Xxr 527 wins. Just don't get the chromium black, I made that mistake. It looks like a cheap finish in person, so I had mine powder coated.

Originally Posted by Slash

Not try to offend but the gold does apeal to me and it's not because I don't like gold. It's just a shade of gold that I'm not a fan of. I don't like the 4 colors they offer and they put on every wheel. They just stand out in a negative way to me. I could spot a new XXR wheel design without a logo just off of the cheap looking finish. I'm not picky name brand humper either so don't accuse. I am rocking Isis coilovers after all. Haha

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The paint finish seems to be a recurring criticism that even I as an owner won't refute. But to me it looks sufficient, especially for the price. If high volume production and less than perfect paint save me $1k, I'm all for it. That's enough cash to respray the wheels 5 times over. Just hope they aren't cutting corners in structural integrity. And, so far, XXR has proven that isn't the case.

[Slash]

That flat black set I had really toke a beating on my 240sx. You'll be fine as far as structural integrity. I just couldn't stick a set of wheels on my frs that so many of you are already running.

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[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by Slash

I just couldn't stick a set of wheels on my frs that so many of you are already running.

So it's like the OZ's come with a 200% exclusivity tax (for those not concerned about TUV). Fair enough; I can understand why people might opt for that. I still maintain much of that is "brand engineering." People may also think the Formula HLT have a more subtle/classy Italian-like design.

[Slash]

Hey you did buy a BRZ over an FRS right? What was your reasoning?

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by Slash

Hey you did buy a BRZ over an FRS right? What was your reasoning?

Because World Rally Blue. If FR-S came in WRB, I'd probably have it because I like its front bumper more. The extra amenities of the BRZ are a bargain value compared to what it'd cost to add things afterward (which can't be lumped into the financing) but that's not what made my decision. Ultimately, WRB is king above all else. My other car is a similar blue and it's a cheapo Suzuki SX4. People don't understand why I chose that car but my reasoning has similarities with the way I chose XXRs (brand being transparent).

[velin86]

If your not gunna track or auto x just go XXR.

[dokterdewe]

Well well well what a thread ! Love to read every part of it because i am in the same boat as you... considering XXR527 and OZ Formula HLT (cost 900$ and 2200$ respectively, here)

I will decide after following this thread a bit longer.. albeit waiting for the cash.. lol..

[switchlanez]

Originally Posted by dokterdewe

Well well well what a thread ! Love to read every part of it because i am in the same boat as you... considering XXR527 and OZ Formula HLT (cost 900$ and 2200$ respectively, here)

I will decide after following this thread a bit longer.. albeit waiting for the cash.. lol..

I already got the XXRs. How common are Formula HLT vs. 527 over there?

I read about owners in Europe paying quite a premium to import XXRs. I thought it was silly. Then realized the Japanese might think we're silly for paying ridiculous prices for JDM wheels. Made me realize those Europeans must envy how privileged we are like we do the Japanese. So I decided I'd better capitalize on my blessings!

[SkAsphalt]

Originally Posted by switchlanez

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I work for HTC and Samsung makes our batteries.

1. super cool you work for HTC. They are my favorite Android phone maker (I have owned 3 HTC phones...5 if you count 2 I bought and returned rather quickly)
2. the HTC One is amazing and deserves more respect
3. Samsung supplies so many parts for apple it is hilarious, they just use the cheap **** in their own phones.
4. Your car has always been a blue role model to my car.

[Slash]

I don't understand why everyone on here will fork out $400+ for a pair of tail lights, $500+ for a front lip, and die for a pair of gt86 headlights with a Damn led strip for $2400+ but if you buy $2000 wheels you're an idiot?

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