HOTTEST 5 PIC THREAD
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Joined: Feb 2006
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From: NY
My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
The X5 is gloss black. The M5 is matte black. I considered gloss black, but felt it was too played out and too "blingy". Matte finishes just look evil and clean these days. They also give off a really nice contrast to the shiny paint on the car itself. Also, a much greater depth of field is perceived with matte lips and gives off a nice contrast to the semi-gloss graphite centers of the spokes. The R10's come with a polished lip and I was just tired of the "blingy" look. Gloss black would have continued with the "blingy" theme. The barrels were also refinished in matte to hide the brake dust.
#366
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Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Maryland
My Ride: Mach5 05' 530i Black Sapphire Metallic w/Auburn Leather Seats, Heated Front/Rear Seats, Cold Weather Pkg, Premium Pkg, Sports Pkg, Xenon Headlights, NAV, Mud Flaps, 20" 166 Style Rims
Model Year: 2005
Engine: N54
#367
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Joined: Jul 2011
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From: houston tx
My Ride: 2008 550 sport with all the fixins, 07 yukon with all the fixins.
OK it's official. I put down on those rotiforms. 5 week wait.........And you didn't think I was going to get them after speaking to you Jason. Thanks for putting out a nice looking wheel.