Got My New Wheels on my Prius V

Here they are. Something else to look at. These are Enkei EKM3's in Gunmetal Grey. They are 17x7's with a 45mm offset. I mounted the factory Toyo's on them and everything looks great. Best thing is, they are 4lbs. lighter than the factory 17's. My only complaint if I was to have one is the dark color actually seems to make them look smaller than the stockers. Don't know if the silver versions would solve that issue or not. I'll get used to it I'm sure. Tell me what you think.

 

Actually I'm hoping that the 16lbs. of rotational mass will offset the aerodynamic penalties. We'll see. I'll keep you guys informed. Sorry to those who were interested in my factory wheels but the are all but sold to someone here local. He should be picking them up sometime this week. I almost hate getting rid of them because they look so good on our cars, but then again I guess that's why so many people have shown interest and I like standing out from the crowd a bit. The mods will continue as they keep coming out as long as I like them of course.

 

I'm starting to get more used to seeing them on the car and liking them alot more. Wheels don't look as small so much anymore. Would have preferred these wheels in 18", but it of course would have cost me more needing to get tires along with them. So far after about 100 miles no drop in mileage. I'll keep you guys up to date after I fill the tank tomorrow and reset the trip meter.

 

Ok, have gotten through my first tank of gas with the new wheels and there is not a change in MPG's at all. I have gotten alot of compliments on them as well. These will be on the car for a bit. Waiting to hear back in the next couple of weeks about whether or not the Tein coilovers will fit our cars or not. There is a import tuner shop that is modifying their IV. They are doing the Junction Produce body kit, some 19x8" wheels and lowering the car either by coilovers or they said they may go airbags. They aren't so worried about getting crazy MPG's but it should look really nice. It's Winter Grey. Will report back once I hear. I am hoping they do. Will buy them very soon after if they do.

 

Believe me I know. It's killing me there isn't anything available that we know works just yet. Not to mention, because of plans I have for the car, simple lowering springs are not an option. I want the stance just right. Take a look at my avatar. That's what the final product will look like. Already have the ball rolling on the body kit, wheels as well as like I said about the coil-overs. Just need the money to do it all. Research is well underway. It's not going to be cheap, but it's going to look good!! Can't wait. It's my wallpaper on my iPhone and I drool every time I see it.

 

Thank you. I definitely like them. They will do for now until the other things come together. Still waiting to hear about the coil overs if they are compatible with our cars or not. Once I get the ok, they are being ordered.