lightest rims possible for our cars?

[Voice of Reason]

I would like to get new rims for my car in either 17" or 18" but I'm only interested in getting new ones if they are lighter than the stock ones. If money was not part of the equation, what are the best/lightest rims available in either a highly polished or chrome finish? I'm having a hard time finding good websites with rims for our cars. Thanks.

 

[tommygun]

enkei wheels are light

steeda ultra lights

CCWs

chrome adds alot of weight so pick and choose what is most important

 

[SVTBlackBolt]

Tommy,

Do you have the exact weight on those wheels?

I jus ordered the BBS RK Plasma wheels...18lbs. each

 

[tommygun]

most listed are 16-19lbs so the BBS is also a great choice and killer looking too

 

[Voice of Reason]

How much do our stock rims weigh? I'm not having any luck searching for it.

 

[PhillyCobra]

Fikse wheels, which are forged, are probably the lightest and strongest available. They're steep though, about $600 or so each.

I think stock wheels are about 25 lbs each. I know my stock wheel and tire together is 54 pounds. I think 18" Fikses are 18 pounds.

 

[2kbill]

There was a pic recently of someone's new SSR Competitions. They are light, 18x9.5 = 17.7 pounds, according to wheelweights.net.

HTH
Bill

 

[Snake Eyes]

Brands that are super light and have a great rep include:

Racing Hart
SSR
BBS

I personally like the SSR GT-3 and the BBS RK Plasma. If I were you I would narrow it down to a set of wheels you like the look of, and are made in the sizes you want, then call the manufacturer (or major retailer like tirerack) and ask about weight. Also remember that your tires will weigh more than your wheels so you tire choice is also very important if you are looking to keep weight to a minimum.

Gook luck,

Kyle

 

[JKD COBRA]

I have been very happy with CCW's, but I don't know how much they weigh. I will do some searching and see if I can find out.

 

[Andy M]

I have a set of Steeda Ultralights for track use.. size 18X9 and I think they are around 18 pounds each, as opposed to the stock R rims which are a whopping 32 pounds each!!