I have a 1998 Honda Civic EX Coupe in Flamenco Black and looking to purchase some new wheels for my car. I like the looks of the KMC KM663 Swindle in black which are 16x7 and a bolt patter of 4x100. These wheels were released earlier this year so I'm sure no one with a Civic has them.

Here is a picture of the Swindles so I would like to get some feedback if I should buy them or look for a better design or from another brand... preferably in black/chrome. Link: http://customwheel.com/custom_wheels/images/mKM6637.jpg

Edit: Will these Motegi MR105 be more attractive than the KMCs? http://asp.americanracing.com/dealer...ga/mMR1053.jpg

 

I like these a lot better. I have always been a fan of contract provided on black/chrome rims and I love the simple 5 spoke look. It would look clean. But don't go bigger than 16.

 

Thanks for the reply. I like these too, but will they look attractive on a Civic... not too ricey?? The wheels/tires will cost $900 which isn't too bad.

 

IMO... black and chrome rims are not my style. but if i were to choose between the two i like the design of the first one.

 

Which wheel were you referring to, the KMS (1st link) or the Motegi (2nd link)? I'm leaning more towards the KMS but tough decision.

 

I like 'em!

 

I'm also considering Rota wheels but not sure where to get them. I would definitely go with a spoke design (Spider or Circuit) in gunmetal, white, or steel grey. Would Rotas be a better choice and how much do they usually cost for 16s?

Edit: I found a site; www.modacar.com, which is a Rota authorized dealer. Anyone use this site or ever hear of them? The set would cost around $500 but shipping is $115.

 

IMO, I don't like either, they look very ricey to me. But its your car, you do what you want to do. Rota's are a great wheel set up, but are very common and you won't be that unique with them. I have 16 inch Liquid Metal Statics (look great IMO) and are fairly cheap. Discount tire had a deal where you get rims, tires, lugs, caps, balanced, and shipping all for under $1000. But beware, the design has them sticking about and you will get curb rash if you hit the curb, the lip won't save you. So you just have to drive careful.

 

Thx for your opinion Brick. I've decided not to get my initial choices and either get the Rota Circuit 8 or the Enkei J10. I know my setup won't stand out from others, but it's gonna be alot better than the stock wheels I have now.

 

enkei j10!!!


sexy, clean looking wheel. love it.