Im in the market for a new set of wheels soon for my FC. I really like BBS, or mesh style wheels, such as the M-Classic pictured below..

I dont want to go any bigger than 16, Id prefer a 16x8, and possibly a 16x9 in the rear. Im pretty retarded when it comes to wheels, the backspacing, offset..etc.
Stock FC wheels are 16x7 with a 40mm offset. I wouldnt mind the rear wheels coming out a tad more, as stock they look sort of tucked, but up front there is very little room to play with. Any input on what offsets I would need, or any good places to buy wheels would be greatly appreciated. Looking to spend ~$500.

 

if u are getting 16 inch rims just get the TII mesh type wheels. Cheapest and lightest money can buy probably. Short of several that don't come to my mind right now.

The reason for the rear wheels being tucked in, is because it allows the rear track width to be narrower then the front. This allows for an increase in rear traction during corner exit by reducing the amount of body roll resisted by the rear tires relative to the front tires.

 

Thanks..but honestly I dont really care for the S5 T2 wheels, and at 18lbs/piece, arent all that light.

 

Ask ARDT2 here on the forum. He sells tires and wheels and can probably hook you up with a special. He knows the offset and stuff for your car. I bought a set from him and was really happy with the shipping, price, wheels and tires.

 

s5 t2 wheels are 15.5 lbs a peice.

those adrs in your pic are probably around 19 lbs.
BBS 16 inch mesh is around 16 to 17 lbs

 

BBS mesh 16" are around 13.5 lbs. I have a sheet listing all the factory rx-7 wheel weights, and unless it is wrong that is what it says. Also corolates to a post made by Icemark in the FC section listing wheel weights, where it says the S5 turbo wheels are 18.1lbs.. I realize the ADRs are probably heavy, I was just showing a pic for comparison.. I think Ive decided on the rota slipstreams, 16x7 and 13.5 lbs/each. (not exactly what I was looking for at 1st..but look good and are really light) Can't decide if I want bronze, or gunmetal though.. what do you think?

 

Double post..sorry..