Any Ideas for custom look?

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Okay - I got a 2004 LS. Not alot available for it. but to be honest - I like just as it is - except.
I just had the windows tinted - back window and rear doors 95% and front doors 50%

I definately want the McLaren grille. I'll be ordering one here real soon.

and wheels - it came stock with 17's aluminum spoke. They look great - they look even better polished.
Should I just have them polished - or should I go with a bigger wheel and something different? Just want some opinions from everyone. Thanks!
 
IMHO, chrome the ones you have (should be able to have done for ~$500), get a set of the 00-02 5-spoke chrome, or get a set of the OZ wheels, chrome of course. Chrome would look quite sharp on your car color! I wouldn't go bigger than an 18" wheel. You chance wearing out suspension components with the bigger, heavier wheels. You will also lose steering response. The LS has a 60mm offset, but you should be able to go as low as 45mm and not rub.



Just my $.02 worth.


Oh yea, NICE looking LS! Welcome to a driving experience that only gets better!! I have ~93K on my 2000, and still look forwrd to getting behind the wheel!!
 
Wheels make or break a car. The LS is no exception. I would definitely think chrome is a good choice for the darker color LS's. I have the OZ Racing Classe wheels on my car. They are 18" x 8" and are lighter than the stock wheels. Also, OZ doesn't carry a chrome Classe wheel. I sent mine off to WheelConcepts.com and had them chrome plated. It was about $160/wheel with shipping to and from. They do AWESOME work. Here's the finished product:

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The good thing about the Classe wheel is that it has a removable lip. If you were to get some curb rash you can call up OZ Racing and they'll send you another one for around $80. Another wheel that is nice is the http://www.antera.com/

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Why are you all suggesting chrome plating? Whats wrong with polished aluminum? It gets just as shiney doesn't it?
 
My other question is this. When I go with the McLaren grille. should stay with the black lincoln logo or go with a colored one? I have a Horse ranch and my ranch colors are Dark blue and bright orange - I thought the orange logo would look cool because of my colors - but away from my place it might look really bad. What are your thoughts?
 
Here's a couple of pics of a black LS with the McLaren Grille and the orange emblem. Looks pretty good to me.

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I think OEM Chrome mercedes rims would look good. Would they fit?



Chris
 
Chrome are a bit easier to maintain than the polished aluminum. I use Wheel Wax and my wheels need nothing more than a daily dusting between washes.
 
GrayGhost1 said:
I agree with that. Pick your poison....so to speak.
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Also, Polished weighs less or so they say. That another reason why I went with polished. 20 lbs each I think, for my 17x9". My high peformance tires weigh alot. I can't remember if they weighed more then that. . .
 
ls grille

Where do you order the McLaren grille and about how much is it?
 
"wow dead thread revival!!!"

haha...nothing wrong with that, the guy just wanted to know where to get a mclaren grill
 
You fellas are always telling the noobies " do a search" " do a search" un huh! I hate searching. Not lazy, just want an up to date answer.
 
i would say its all in what you are going for and how much you want to spend. i probably have more into my car in custom than anyone and dont forget once you go past wheels, exhaust, and the other basics you wont be able to stop. as for wheels dont go any smaller that 19s. go with chrome if you are leaving the car the same color. oh yeah and the best investment....silverstar turnsignals!!!
 
i think quik or ken have spent more money on their car as far as custom. the guy has a supercharger in his car!. ken had the big brake kit on his car. it's not about how much u spend and telling others not to get anything less than 19's. some people actually race with this car. i have 20's and i don't really consider racing my car especially here in los angeles. everyone has their own preferences and suggestions are fine but just keep in mind that not everyone wants their car to look like yours. just my .02
 
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