996 Turbo / GT2 Turbo discussion on previous model 2000-2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo and 911 GT2.

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Old Feb 17, 2016 | 07:13 PM
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Anyone running ESM wheels?

I know these are not high end wheels, but I really like them. I just don't know if a 996 can pull off that older wheels design.

Does anyone run these on their 966 Turbo?

http://esmwheels.com/index.php?route...product_id=152
 
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Not a bad looking wheel but not for me, I would question the quality.
 
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From what I read, ESM are pretty popular among BMW crowd and have a pretty good reputation as far as fake wheels go... Definitely not something for a track but they should do fine for a temporary summer setup.
 
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If you like them that's good enough= get them.
 
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If you like them that's good enough= get them.
Yeah, I'd just would like to see them mounted on a 996 turbo. I have a very poor imagination and need to see then mounted on a 996 turbo
 
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Photo shop them, I have seen similar I believe speedline wheels on a 996.
 
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Personally I think the small centers, exposed bolts and stepped lip look too dated for the 996.

The stock wheels look better IMHO.

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I prefer 20" wheels. sup maciek lol.
 
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I tend to agree with Steve. Personally, I think this style of wheel would be best suited for 993 and older 911. The 996TT to me looks best with either a clean/simple more modern wheel OR when in doubt, stick with the oem twists!! 996TT + oem twists = match made in heaven

I don't really know anything about the brand ESM so can't comment on those particular wheels.

Originally Posted by Steve Jarvis
Personally I think the small centers, exposed bolts and stepped lip look too dated for the 996.

The stock wheels look better IMHO.

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Yeah. I definitely agree older 911 can pull those off easily. I'll keep looking then.
 
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These Avant Garde wheels are some of my favorites for an entry level wheel.

I believe these are the M510, but the M580 looks good as well. Unfortunately they are only available in 19", but the whole set can be had for around $1,400.

 
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