Which wheels

Definitely the GTC wheels

 

Beside the fact that I think they are just better looking wheels, the ones with the slots or openings in the spokes "work" better (much better), visually, with the streaks on the side of the car. I think they complement each other.

Re-reading, I guess the HREs are the ones with the slots in the spokes. Much nicer, as in MUCH nicer, IMO (and they don't cause your car to flip over so they're also safer).

 

I don't like the speedline GTC at all. Sorry

 

I like the Speedlines.

 

I have the Speedlines on my 1990 348 and I love the look. I get many compliments.

 

I always hated the GTC wheels, but I'd take them hands down over those HREs, if that tells you anything.

 

The only wheels I like better than Speedlines, are BBS LM's. Still keeping my eye out for them.

 

The real question is why are YOU asking any of us what we think after you wrote this: "I love the look of the HRE's a bit more aggressive!"
Why?

Your car. Your wheels. Your money. Why are you trying to please any of us?

 

You mean like this?


1992 Ferrari 348 In Milpitas CA - NBS Auto Showroom
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Top rated quality, sure. But just because something is high quality and expensive doesn't make it aesthetically pleasing. I find in general, HREs to be too "flasy"--too much polish, too many bolts, like they are trying too hard. Makes the wheel look cheap to me, like a chrome hubcap....but there we go. Not all HRE wheels mind you, just most of them it seems.

Challenge wheels are my favs for these cars.

 

Are the bolts on these HREs real or just made to look like actual bolts?

 

I agree, Albert. Both are handsome wheels and complement your GTS.

Barry

 

Albert, no harm is seeking other owners opinions. I personally agree with your assessment of the wheels. I have had the HRE's on a couple of BMW's and really liked them. As you know, in person the workmanship is excellent.
Sounds like you want them both! Good luck with the choice.

 

How is it the HREs can have "too many" bolts? Since these are actual multi-piece wheels they're not there for looks.

 

there is something ive always found weird about the rear wheel arches of the 348.. they are no symmetrical...?

the edge closest to the Pininfarina badge is tight, looking almost like the tire is close to touching.. then it arches up high at the top and stretches out further at the rear..

looking at the car from a side profile.. any wheel even stock wheels.. don't look centered in the rear arch.. something about this distorts the car..at least when I look at it..

as for the OP question.. I like the HRE rims better.. but those BBS above are probably the best type rim on a 348/355 chassis..

 

Exactly this.

 

This car still available? I swear my buddy in LA just scooped this one - if not it's literally identical.

 

It seems most people reactions to the HRE's are: they either like them, but can think of something they like a little more in contrast to the speedline GTC which its either love or complete repulsion

 

I agree in that the GTC are more a classic look and the HRE are a more updated look. Both are fantastic upgrade options! I would keep both and switch back and forth based on what I'm feeling like. It's what I do with my 360 Starfish and Asanti aftermarkets.

 

Gtc. Others are a tad too modern in my view.

More importantly, are they recessed wing shields?