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Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2015 6:53 pm
by Minidave
Seth loaned me his 13's while my 10's are out being balanced - whadya think? Bear in mind that 12's were standard on this year car, not 10's and 13's were an option on later cars.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 8:50 am
by MiniManiac
I like them both! LOL

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:09 am
by ragtopday Johnna
I like them both, but voted for 10s to spare you the grief issued by other Classic drivers about your car not being a "real" Mini if you are rolling on anything other than 10s. :lol:

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:16 am
by MiniX4 John
I'm laughing at RagTopDay's comment. I like them both, but I think I like the 10's better(maybe 'cause they color coordinate with the car.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 12:59 pm
by Minidave
Yes, "real" Minis roll on 10's....................and 12's................and 13's, direct from the factory! :mrgreen:

I don't know why people are so fixated on the 10's, but I posted this question in several places around the net, and the overwhelming opinion has been if it's not on 10's, it's not a Mini.

Sheesh! :shock:

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 6:00 pm
by kenshin138
Normally I'd vote the 13's all day long. But I think I prefer the 10's on yours. As mentioned above, the color looks better.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 6:27 pm
by MiniManiac
Having seen Buzz today, I have to say that the 13s look really good. They fit nice and tight under his arches and just give it a really nice look.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 8:12 pm
by ragtopday Johnna
Minidave wrote:Yes, "real" Minis roll on 10's....................and 12's................and 13's, direct from the factory! :mrgreen:

I don't know why people are so fixated on the 10's, but I posted this question in several places around the net, and the overwhelming opinion has been if it's not on 10's, it's not a Mini.

Sheesh! :shock:
I was at this fancy pants Euro car show with air conditioned tents and such. Someone there told me it was "against the rules" to put chrome on a MINI. That thing about 10's, it's probably in the same book. So far I haven't been able to locate a copy of it. I just keep collecting trophies in the meantime... :lol:

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 8:43 pm
by IowaM1N1
Wow! The difference is stunning!

I really like both looks, but leaning toward the 10s for a more classic vibe.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:06 pm
by davester
I still would like to know if there is any vibration with the 13's and how does it ride? I like the color match. :D

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:19 pm
by Minidave
I still have the dash all apart, once I get it all together again I'll drive it and let you know, but Seth said they were smooth on his car.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:23 pm
by MiniManiac
davester wrote:I still would like to know if there is any vibration with the 13's and how does it ride? I like the color match. :D
There is no vibration with the 13s. They are balanced very nicely. There is a heavier feel to the steering. However, once at speed (with a proper alignment) it isn't noticeable.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2015 9:14 pm
by dimini
I think you need both! Toy cars need accessories to fit the mood of the day (or season, or event).
As for color preference, I like gold better.

Re: Wheel Opinions

Posted: Mon Apr 06, 2015 10:03 pm
by nine5raptor
No votes for 22" s yet????