Need help picking out rims

[aj_s21]

So I am 16 and drive a 2002 Boxster S, it is completely stock and i want to replace the wheels. Im looking into the Turbo 2 Style Rims and the 997 turbo wheels. (Correct me if i am wrong with the names). I just want opinions on what wheels you guys think would look best. The picture of the 986 is not my picture but is the exact model and look of my 986. Also if you guys have any suggestions of any other rims to look into please letme know! thank you.

[Pdwight]

I have always liked these wheels......one day

SAVINI® BM-12 Wheels - Black with Machined Face and Stripe Rims

[paulofto]

I like the top ones. Simple and clean.

[DrCactus]

I have to say I like the THIRD photo best ... because those are the ones I have !! lol Less things can get near your brakes too while driving like rocks etc.... too much surface opening your looking for trouble. My buddy had it happen to him and it cost him a huge amount to replace the brakes on one corner due to a rock getting in and whipping around inside - huge damage to everything. Just real bad luck I guess for him.

[redciv1]

I think it's best to photo shop if you can the wheels you are considering. I have seen many wheels that look nice, however once on the 986, it just doesn't present the same way. With that being said, I like the Victor Equipment Turismo wheel in Silver.

[Jthoms1]

I have the top ones....here's a pic for you.

[RandallNeighbour]

Do check the weights of your current rims and tires and make sure your upgraded wheels and tires are lighter, not heavier than what you have now.

I was itching to update my wheels when I first got my boxster and I bought aftermarket Carrera light 18 rims that were 10 inch on the back and 9 inch on the front. Amazing looking stance from the rear and made the car look a million times newer and better in my opinion.

Then I took it for a drive and noticed that the style of the wheel is "Carrera Light" but these wheels were anything but light! Talk about increased unsprung weight. Ugh! The car now drives like a pig and it takes forever to get off the line.

I can tell you know that avoiding this wheel weight problem is not going to be cheap or easy. Most of the aftermarket rims that knock off the look of a turbo are not going to be the same weight as a Porsche factory wheel of any style.

I've found some lightweight aftermarket rims on Tire Rack that I'll probably move toward now that I'm not tracking my boxster and I can sell both my aftermarket Carrera lights and my factory 17s and move to a lighter wheel/tire combination.

[heliguy]

Originally Posted by aj_s21

So I am 16 and drive a 2002 Boxster S, it is completely stock and i want to replace the wheels. Im looking into the Turbo 2 Style Rims and the 997 turbo wheels. (Correct me if i am wrong with the names). I just want opinions on what wheels you guys think would look best. The picture of the 986 is not my picture but is the exact model and look of my 986. Also if you guys have any suggestions of any other rims to look into please letme know! thank you.

Ah, you're 16 so that explains your constant use of the term "rims." They are "wheels", you said it in the beginning of your paragraph...keep it consistent and lets all say it together, "wheels."

JK-they will add to the look of your car.

[achillies]

Just a quick PS.......

[2000986s]

BBS SR wheels in anthracite. 18x8 in front and 18x10 in the back. I have yet to see these on amother boxster but they are the first thing I always get complimented on. Good to see another young boxster owner on here!!! 20 years old

[DWBOX2000]

Stock IMO. I think the twists are timeless.
How about a color change.

[2000986s]

Originally Posted by Pdwight

I have always liked these wheels......one day

SAVINI® BM-12 Wheels - Black with Machined Face and Stripe Rims

I would really like these with ano anthracite or black face. I just am not a fan of chrome (silver whatever you call them) wheels on a silver car. Gotta have some contrast imho.

[achillies]

I think the SRs are great, Had them on a 3 series. Also, not crazy expensive for BBS wheels.

[mikefocke]

Some thoughts....

The bigger the wheel, the more expensive the tire.

The less room between the road and the wheel, the more risk to the wheel when you hit a pothole.

The weight of the wheel tire combination is unsprung weight, thus handling is affected as there is more mass for the shocks to absorb.

The offset and width matters. Online Wheel and Tyre Fitment Calculator. Offset, Tyre Stretch and Speedo Error | Will They Fit Some offsets can be compensated for with spacers.

Visually, some wheels can dominate the look of the car. My personal preference (which others may differ with) is for an 18" wheel without the bright chrome look.

[Crib]

Originally Posted by heliguy

Ah, you're 16 so that explains your constant use of the term "rims." They are "wheels", you said it in the beginning of your paragraph...keep it consistent and lets all say it together, "wheels."

JK-they will add to the look of your car.

So offtopic on the lingo here... is there local differences? british/us/aussie english?

If straight translated into swedish:

rim = fälg
tyre/tire = däck
wheel = hjul

And the usage of those would be that "fälg" is the metal, "däck" is the rubber and finally "hjul" is the two parts assembled together =D

so ontopic: pic1 has my vote.

[particlewave]

Originally Posted by Crib

So offtopic on the lingo here... is there local differences? british/us/aussie english?

If straight translated into swedish:

rim = fälg
tyre/tire = däck
wheel = hjul

And the usage of those would be that "fälg" is the metal, "däck" is the rubber and finally "hjul" is the two parts assembled together =D

so ontopic: pic1 has my vote.

Rim is slang generally associated with a less than noble element of American culture, at least here in the Midwest.
A wheel is made of 3 parts; a hub, spokes and a rim.
The rubber part is called the tire. All together = wheels and tires, though sometimes this is shortened to just wheels when the inclusion of a tire is reasonably assumed.

I like wheel #1

[jakeru]

You asked for opinions, so opinions are what you'll get. Although I think it's probably not what you really wanted to hear, mine is that #3 (what you've got now, the 18" turbo-twist) looks best, out of the options presented. They are, IMO, absolutely a timeless classic for these cars... with smooth contours that complement the similarly smooth contours of the 1st gen 986 very nicely. And while you're at it, leave them in silver, too.... IMO.

[aj_s21]

Originally Posted by Pdwight

I have always liked these wheels......one day

SAVINI® BM-12 Wheels - Black with Machined Face and Stripe Rims

very nice. thank you for the suggestion!

[aj_s21]

Originally Posted by jakeru

You asked for opinions, so opinions are what you'll get. Although I think it's probably not what you really wanted to hear, mine is that #3 (what you've got now, the 18" turbo-twist) looks best, out of the options presented. They are, IMO, absolutely a timeless classic for these cars... with smooth contours that complement the similarly smooth contours of the 1st gen 986 very nicely. And while you're at it, leave them in silver, too.... IMO.

haha all opinions welcome! i love the style too, just want to spice it up a bit

[aj_s21]

Originally Posted by 2000986s

BBS SR wheels in anthracite. 18x8 in front and 18x10 in the back. I have yet to see these on amother boxster but they are the first thing I always get complimented on. Good to see another young boxster owner on here!!! 20 years old

haha yup! and your car looks great!