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      11-21-2006, 02:01 AM   #29
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Originally Posted by swamp2 View Post
I have seen a ton of folks at BMW CCA events that can drive circles around me that are both lowered and have flashy rims! I do agree that there are certainly a lot of posers who want to look fast and will never be. Agreed also that lowering and rims are probably some of these folks most common add ons. However, damning all of us who like to show a little flash and individuality is a bit harsh, isn't it? Heck we all care about aesthetics don't we?
I guess my basic approach has always been. Don't spend money on aftermarket parts that serve no purpose in the performance of the car. When buying performance parts its ok to consider the appearance but its always secondary to function.

It is somewhat ironic that I am posting on this thread since I have 3 sets of rims for the lotus.

1: OEM with 048Ms
2: Autocross, SSRs with Hoosiers
3: Track, SJ Racing with Toyo's

I also get grief because I have 3 diffrent R comps and no real street tires for the car.
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