Carving Stark I, Carving Stark II, Carving Stark III – The Carving Stark Wheels are JDM Wheels targetted to the European Market; I actually have sseen some end up in Germany. They Carving Stark series are also the JDM Wheel series with the infamous Twist, they are directional to each side. The ad shows Carving Stark II on a Toyota Soarer, Carving Stark I on a Nissan Gloria, an Carving Stark III on a Nissan Fairlady Z 300ZX Z32. The German Print on the advertisement translates to “The rims of the brand “Stark [Strong]” stand for German history and tradition that stems from the cradle of European Cars and improve the handling of your car.”Carving Stark I, Carving Stark II, Carving Stark III – Here is a close up of the wheel portion of the ad; please excuse the poor scan. I believe the Stark I is offered in 15″ and 16″ Sizes, and the Stark II and III are offered in 16″ & 17″ sizing. The Carving Starks are in fact Manufactured by JDM Wheel Manufacturer Work Wheels.
Watanabe RS Eight are Old School JDM Wheels manufactured by Speedstar Racing. Also known as the SSR RS8, they feature 2 piece Construction with the Watanabe Falcon Logo stamped near the middle of the face. The Styling of the SSR Watanbe RS8 features 8 spokes just as most of the other classic Watanabe wheel stylings.
This Toyota Crown on Enkei 92 JDM Wheels was one of the main attractons at this years 2013 Japanese Classic Car Show. This Old School Toyota Crown was just drawing crowds and people just staring at it. – Toyota Crown on Enkei 92The Toyota Crown is is a pretty rare car now, when was the last time you have actually seen one? Check out the classic profile on the Crown. – Toyota Crown on Enkei 92Ride height was brought way down with the help of air suspension. The Enkei 92 Wheels are tucked inside the wheel wells. – Toyota Crown on Enkei 92Paint and body are really clean and straight, check out those reflections! The license plate is also a really cool touch to the VIP theme. – Toyota Crown on Enkei 92Nardi Classic Gold Plated Steering Wheel – Toyota Crown on Enkei 92– Toyota Crown on Enkei 92
Sprint Hart CP by Takechi Project – The Predecessor to the more popular Sprint Hart CP-R was the Sprint Hart CP JDM Wheels. Most notable differences are the shorter and less spokes, the absense of the script on the faces and more conservative sizing in widths and diameters. The Sprint Hart Lineup by Takechi Project are all light weight track suitable wheels mostly of two piece welded construction.
JDM Wheels – SSR MK-II R by Speed Star Wheels. Speedstar Racing Wheels made the SSR MK-II R about 20 years ago, a 4 spoke 2 Piece JDM wheel using the MK II Moniker of earlier but with Rounded Spokes. The Sizing Mentioned 14 to 16 Inch Diamters with widths from 5 to 9 inches and they seem to use the standard 20 hole 15″ Full Reverse / 16″ Reverse Mount Barrels. How Cool would it be to own a staggered set in 16×8/9 Sizing!
BBS RS Turbofans are a pretty rare sight, as are 18″ BBS RS wheels and; and BMW M Coupe is a relatively rare car. All togehter is this BMW M Coupe is an awesome cobination. – BBS RS Turbofans on E36/8 BMW M CoupeThe front BBS RS Turbofans looks so clean, the Red Center Cap is a nice touch and coss a prettty penny itself. – BBS RS Turbofans on E36/8 BMW M CoupeThe rear BBS Turbofans fits in to the flared rear fender really nicely, this look is timeless. – BBS RS Turbofans on E36/8 BMW M Coupe
The SSR Defi Fin is one of the most Coveted JDM wheels on wheel collector minds, especially to SSR wheel Collectors. This set of SSR Defi Fin popped up on YJ recently. – SSR Defi Challenge Fin Sell for over $3k in JapanSSR Defi Challenge Fin Front Wheel Specifications is 15×7.5 +6 with a 3 inch lip. SSR Defi Challenge Fin Rear Wheel Specifications 15×8.5 -6 with a 4 inch lip. – SSR Defi Challenge Fin Sell for over $3k in Japan
The The SSR Defi Fins sold for a whopping 318,001 yen, which is the equivalent of around $3245 at the end of auction. The most surprising thig to me is the condition, $3000 for beat up curbed bent corroded JDM wheels! – SSR Defi Challenge Fin Sell for over $3k in Japan