Stance Rant

[kramerbuccs24]

What I was saying was that I DON'T know where to find high quality low offset 17"+ wheels so I just posted up what I knew I could find quickly and easily. Bigger knockoffs are also more expensive than smaller knockoffs! lol

I looked for a month for the Koseis (my friend actually put them up for sale on our local forum and I gave him the deposit that day, but I was still looking for a month ) and I looked for about 6 months for the BBSs, 5+ times a week checking all the websites I knew. I was thissssss close to buying white/red OZ 15x8 ( I think) OZ Superturismos but someone beat me to them, now I'm happy I found my RSs instead!

[NudeLobster]

I think the white and red OZ's should be your next purchase...they'd look sooo dope

[handsome.garage]

Everyone es tee eff you. It's getting too loud in here.


Oh and fuck you Shawn.

Its not about money really, a clean OEM+ looks worlds better than a car sittin on Rotas IMO.

/forum

[kramerbuccs24]

I think the white and red OZ's should be your next purchase...they'd look sooo dope

Next purchase(s) are definitelyyy K20 swap parts, can't ever go wrong with BBS RSs! haha.

[aar0n.]

RB Motoring and MemoryFab are just 2 of many websites that offer a HUGE wheel selection for good prices, especially if you're interested in rebuilding/refinishing wheels (in reference to the guy who needs really low offset wheels)

[Dutchy]

Read through most of the thread. I think embracing everyone is important, their will always be people with horribly put together cars.

In the end, trying to be original is the biggest bandwagen going, most people aren't willing to just say "hey, I like how that car looks, if mine looks the same thats cool, because I like it regardless"

Instead everyone says "wow that car looks awesome, but now I can't run those wheels or that part because its been done"

Personally, I love the idea of being original, but I will never sacrifice what I like for it, so my car's usually end up being terribly unoriginal ( e30 slammed on bbs with euro parts, corrado slammed on bbs, e30 slammed on d90's wtih euro parts)

I once rocked a rusted hood, roof racks, half ass mono wiper and a euro plate reading shitbox on my old car, and you know what, it was fun. It didnt cost me fuck all ( spare hood and whatnot) and it got looks. I got bored of it after a month and changed the car again.

I'm on both sides I guess, some cars I find really pull off the rusted hood/ ratty look. Others don't. So what if were getting a bad rep from people because their are cars that look like crap or have a bunch of cheap parts? Why does it matter what other people think? I'm all for real 3 piece wheels and what not, and I agree with work they can be had cheap. But I also wouldn't mind a set of diamond racing steelies too. Sure their cheap, and in reality its just a steel wheel, but I like the look, and don't car if its been done before.

No offense sean, but throughout this thread you sound like an elitist. saying things like " fuck fake shit, in all aspects of life" just doesn't sit right with me.

I rock 10 dollar aviators, why? because I lose my sunglasses or scratch them all the time, thats why I don't buy real ones. At the same time I build real 3 piece wheels that I sink 2-3k into. I just prefer well built wheels and I know I can resell them for decent money. With sunglasses I don't feel the same, I can't sell em, and I'm sure I will break them, so why should I waste my money?

I love/ loved this forum because people were open and encouraging to new people trying to get some stance. From this thread I still see those people, but I also see the classic bfc bmw elititest's coming out. I **** that, if a car has good fitment I will likely love it, regardless of fake wheels and rusted parts.

I thought this forum was about fitment, not about clean cars. Not that I dislike clean cars, but I love a rusted out bucket slammed on wheels just as much, it just shows so much character. Some people can't afford it, and some just don't want to have a super nice car.

Like myself, I purposely bought a car that was decent, instead of a perfect car, why? because I **** worrying about a car, and I like driving them hard, I also want to get into some track stuff, and don't see why I need a perfect car for that.

Not sure where I really went with that all, but all im saying is why can't we all just be cool with what someone else does, odds are the rusted hood and fake wheels are the only one within 100 miles from them anyways, thats original enough for me.

[Steve]

Bravo to the above point.

Also, since when are Vans and Nikes the 'legit' shoes to have? Is this 7th grade again?

Someone is always going to have more money/nicer stuff than the next person, so who really gives a shit? If you someone is happy with their car, then I dont see the big deal. I agree some people mod their cars terribly, but what gives you the right to judge them? All it does it make you look like a an asshole elitist and the group looks just as bad because everyone thinks that they are a bunch of assholes.

Furthermore, I am sure I could point out faults in nearly everyones car here, and I am sure everyone could do the same for mine, but what does that prove, really?

EDIT: I should mention that I have worn sneakers/athletic shoes pretty much my whole life. I wore them because they are comfortable and look good, not because I wanted to prove to people how 'fresh' I am. Judging people by their shoes/cars/whatever is pretty fucking stupid IMO, and its a piss poor attitude to have if people will only be accepted by showing that they have a lot of money to blow on what is frankly unimportant at the end of the day.

[Uyles]

In the end, trying to be original is the biggest bandwagen going

this.
x12.

[NSXRguy]

I know all about being ***** on.........

[NegativeCamber]

adidas reps anyone?

[Jedidiah]

I mean this is the most snobby, douchey way possible when I say that stance is an acquired taste. It comes with time, and I think that's what we should keep in mind every time we start spouting off about a car that doesn't yet meet our standards.

Think this is a good way to to end this thread. Thanks for the perspective Dylan.

I think, for the most part, this has been a real healthy conversation and I thank everyone who handled their responses in a mature fashion. It shows that despite our different opinions, we can all come to the table and have a discussion without getting ugly. I hope this is something we can maintain and things continue to grow.