Help me decide!

[TRIsaab]

So im stuck between deciding on these two rims. Let me know what you guys think would look good on my car. I had someone photoshop the Borbet rims on my car already. Just to give you guys an idea. So let me know what you guys think! Thanks!
BORBET
18"



ASA AR1
18"

[Diggs]

Rim 2

The first ones look like Volvo rims.

[sptsdn]

I like the Borbets better on the 9-3; they are more Saab-like. The ASAs are more common and are typically seen on VWs. In fact, these are very similar to the wheels on my Passat W8.

[AlbertaDrew]

Definately option 2. They are BBS style rims, made using the same technology but half the price.


I am saving for similiar rims, but going BBS!


My .89 cents
Drew

[wtfwill]

well i have the borbet so..









i think it's personal preference. i think the borbets are much more european looking, versus a more american style in the asa. i also feel the asa are a very VW look versus a more sophisicated saab/audi look on the borbets. it's completely up to you, good luck!

[AlbertaDrew]

Those Borbets are indeed nice, but IMO, no rim is more EURO than the real BBS....cant go wrong with those two choices. Post pics when you take the plunge!


Drew

[Ambisaab]

Originally Posted by AlbertaDrew

....cant go wrong with those two choices. Post pics when you take the plunge!
Drew

I agree...I don't think you will make a mistake with either of them. Look forward to seeing your choice.

[michaLcoughliN]

ide vote for rim 2 but in black

[soul05]

i prefer the asa's. i was going to get a set for mine eventually.

[awjones]

the 18" Borbets get my vote.

[TRIsaab]

Hmm. Seems pretty even. I was also thinking about getting either rim I choose powder coated a semi gloss black. The ASA all black even the lip. Yah or Nah?

Oh and by the way anyone have some good photshop skills? Maybe do me a favor and photoshop the ASA's on to my car, using the picture above. Thanks!

[mach]

Now that you've see the borbets.. here's the ar1's. Hope this helps.

[AlbertaDrew]

Those are uber sexy! Those really offset the Black nice, anyone got any pics of those ASA's on a Steel Grey? How do you find the weight of those rims?

Drew

[mach]

Originally Posted by AlbertaDrew

How do you find the weight of those rims?

Drew

I didn't notice a change. However, I'm not one that would probably notice a difference. I can tell you in a month when I put on my 15" winter tires on. Still not an apples to apples comparison though.

[Warren Demontague]

Definitely ASA

[TRIsaab]

Originally Posted by mach

Now that you've see the borbets.. here's the ar1's. Hope this helps.

I think I just made my decision! Thanks for the pics. They really helped.

[mach]

If you are buying from tirerack (like I did) I went with 235/40/18 tires instead of the 225 I think it is. I don't believe you have the option to do this online (I called after placing my order). Reasons for this is I wanted a slightly thicker sidewall because of the larger gap on the linear.

Good luck!

[TRIsaab]

Great thanks! Im thinking of just ordering just the rims first. Then once I save up some money get the tires. i was think of getting a little thicker tire, but I have lowering springs(megan racing springs) so Im not sure how that will look. Also I'm going through a local wheel shop and there charging me a lot for the rims. $189 a rim!! Its crazy huh? Yeah I told them about tirerack.com and how its cheaper. I didnt order them yet. Im going to try and get the price down first