For those of you who haven't seen the chrome OEM 18" on the '05 SE
10-04-2004, 01:06 PM
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For those of you who haven't seen the chrome OEM 18" on the '05 SE
Blame lightonthehill for this thread... his daily visits to the dealer and love for the Max are contagious! I've been thinking lately that because of me my local Nissan dealership will soon put "No Loitering" signs all over their parking lots 
Anyway, here's what I came across today: the first 2005 Maxima that I see with OEM chrome 18" wheels. IIRC, they are an option on both the SE and SL and the MSRP as per the window sticker is $1,530. Compared to the regular 18" on the silver Max right next to it, the chrome wheels did seem tiny. But anyhow, here are the pictures.
Anyway, here's what I came across today: the first 2005 Maxima that I see with OEM chrome 18" wheels. IIRC, they are an option on both the SE and SL and the MSRP as per the window sticker is $1,530. Compared to the regular 18" on the silver Max right next to it, the chrome wheels did seem tiny. But anyhow, here are the pictures.
10-04-2004, 02:52 PM
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I bought my 05 SE four weeks ago. I had the option to get the chrome wheels for a grand because someone ordered them for a 04 and didn't like them. I don't care for them either. If they would have made them just like the stock 18's on the SE I would have been more than happy to buy them. I have seen many people on cardomain that have 18's and 20's aftermarket that put those to shame. I was thinking of taking my factory 18's to a chrome shop and have them dipped in chrome. They look much classier than the factory chrome wheels in my opinion. Everyone one likes different things which makes us all unique. I just wouldn't pay $1500 for those and they seem to take away from the appearance instead of adding to the appearance. Just as you say, they do seem smaller than that stock wheels, more like 16's.
10-04-2004, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by MaxMus
that really doesn't look all that bad, but for $1500, no way.
10-04-2004, 10:40 PM
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Maximadmoiselle - Since I am being blamed for the existance of this thread, I felt I should get my $1530 . . oops, my 2 cents in.
The pics are very good; well chosen and from good angles. Couldn't help but notice the 'Marrone' tag. Marrone has dealerships all over south Florida. I appreciate the chance to see the OEM chromes. I also noticed the red tabs marking the 'high spot' on the tires, as well as four weights inside the wheel. Evidently someone at Nissan is trying to prevent the steering vibration.
I'm not into chrome, and used to sand and paint over chrome on my Datsuns. But Nissan is very careful about using chrome on the Maxima, so I usually leave what little is there.
Strangely enough, despite my general dislike of chrome, I found these wheels rather striking. My eyes were really drawn to them. Having only five spokes gives them an agressive, lean look. The pattern is fairly simple, symetrical, and every spoke is alike. I abhor non-symetrical wheels.
I also like the fact no part of them sticks way out or way in; the wheels are rather in line with the side of the car. I'm not about to pay $1530 for them, but, as with the spoiler, if they were already on the car, and the dealer wasn't going to charge me for them, I would probably bite.
JiuJitsu - Rust accumulates very quickly on the rotors if the weather has been moist and the car has not been driven. It is most obvious on cars with wheels with fewer spokes (hence wider gaps to see thru), such as these chrome wheels. But I was not aware there had been any moisture in Florida this past month (OK, I should be banned for that statement).
Maximadmoiselle - Maybe someday when we're both bending over examining wheels on new Maximas at the dealer, our rumps will meet. Wouldn't that be poetic justice?
The pics are very good; well chosen and from good angles. Couldn't help but notice the 'Marrone' tag. Marrone has dealerships all over south Florida. I appreciate the chance to see the OEM chromes. I also noticed the red tabs marking the 'high spot' on the tires, as well as four weights inside the wheel. Evidently someone at Nissan is trying to prevent the steering vibration.
I'm not into chrome, and used to sand and paint over chrome on my Datsuns. But Nissan is very careful about using chrome on the Maxima, so I usually leave what little is there.
Strangely enough, despite my general dislike of chrome, I found these wheels rather striking. My eyes were really drawn to them. Having only five spokes gives them an agressive, lean look. The pattern is fairly simple, symetrical, and every spoke is alike. I abhor non-symetrical wheels.
I also like the fact no part of them sticks way out or way in; the wheels are rather in line with the side of the car. I'm not about to pay $1530 for them, but, as with the spoiler, if they were already on the car, and the dealer wasn't going to charge me for them, I would probably bite.
JiuJitsu - Rust accumulates very quickly on the rotors if the weather has been moist and the car has not been driven. It is most obvious on cars with wheels with fewer spokes (hence wider gaps to see thru), such as these chrome wheels. But I was not aware there had been any moisture in Florida this past month (OK, I should be banned for that statement).
Maximadmoiselle - Maybe someday when we're both bending over examining wheels on new Maximas at the dealer, our rumps will meet. Wouldn't that be poetic justice?
10-05-2004, 01:56 PM
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adeen2 - Thanks! I really like them and everyone thinks they are aftermarket rims - lol.
Anyway as for price I paid $600 total with installation on a wheel exchange program at my dealership. Took less than an hour for them to throw them on. VERY HAPPY with the exchange program.
My dealership is awesome though, they really take care of me (Mossy Nissan - San Diego). I had them throw in all my performance mods too (Stillen Intake, Greddy CatBacks and Stillen RSB.) They have thrown in my aftermarket shift **** and pedals for free cause they like my MAX.
Anyway as for price I paid $600 total with installation on a wheel exchange program at my dealership. Took less than an hour for them to throw them on. VERY HAPPY with the exchange program.
My dealership is awesome though, they really take care of me (Mossy Nissan - San Diego). I had them throw in all my performance mods too (Stillen Intake, Greddy CatBacks and Stillen RSB.) They have thrown in my aftermarket shift **** and pedals for free cause they like my MAX.
10-06-2004, 05:18 AM
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The chrome 6 spoke wheels were an OEM option in the latter half of the '04 run, and they were changed to the 5-spoke chrome for '05 - check in an '04 brochure and you will see them on the options page - they were a late add.
10-06-2004, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by adeen2
Does anyone have a pic of the factory rims dipped in chrome and how much $$$ 
. JiuJitsuThug?
I think they might look nice.
. JiuJitsuThug?I think they might look nice.
10-06-2004, 09:56 AM
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I wouldn't want to argue with lightonthehill , but the red mark on the tire is not to denote the high spot ... it actually denotes the "light" spot on the tire. It's supposed to be a guide for mounting the tire on the rim, so the red mark lines up with the valve stem. Since the valve stem has a little weight of its own, the light spot is placed next to it to offset that.
In the rush of mounting thousands of tires a day at the mfr., this guide is only roughly followed (note in the picture that the mark is offset from the valve stem by a couple of inches). Usually, that's no real problem, as the tire weights take care of it.
Just have to keep you honest, light!
Mike
, but the red mark on the tire is not to denote the high spot ... it actually denotes the "light" spot on the tire. It's supposed to be a guide for mounting the tire on the rim, so the red mark lines up with the valve stem. Since the valve stem has a little weight of its own, the light spot is placed next to it to offset that.In the rush of mounting thousands of tires a day at the mfr., this guide is only roughly followed (note in the picture that the mark is offset from the valve stem by a couple of inches). Usually, that's no real problem, as the tire weights take care of it.
Just have to keep you honest, light!
Mike
10-06-2004, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Oxidizer2k
Yeah, that could explain why dont see it in the 2k5 booklet.
here
18" CHROME WHEELS SET OF 4 $1,530.00
Originally Posted by lightonthehill
Rust accumulates very quickly on the rotors if the weather has been moist and the car has not been driven. It is most obvious on cars with wheels with fewer spokes (hence wider gaps to see thru), such as these chrome wheels. But I was not aware there had been any moisture in Florida this past month (OK, I should be banned for that statement).
Maximadmoiselle - Maybe someday when we're both bending over examining wheels on new Maximas at the dealer, our rumps will meet. Wouldn't that be poetic justice?
Maximadmoiselle - Maybe someday when we're both bending over examining wheels on new Maximas at the dealer, our rumps will meet. Wouldn't that be poetic justice?
And I exaggerated, I only went for a walk around the lot while my car was getting serviced.
10-06-2004, 10:36 AM
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i think if you want to put chrome on the new MAX . . you should definately look deep into the aftermarket, because rims on the AM make those nissan chromey's look like shiny keychains compared to the ones out there.. but that's just my two cents. .
10-06-2004, 10:50 PM
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Mike_TX - So the red marker is for the 'light' spot, and not the 'high' spot, eh? All I know is when I get 'high', I feel 'light'.
I appreciate your bringing this discrepancy to my attention. I don't mind ten thousand posters here knowing I know nothing, but I would hate for the greasemonkey down at the tire shop to find that out. Which he eventually would, had you not enlightened me. Thanks!
I appreciate your bringing this discrepancy to my attention. I don't mind ten thousand posters here knowing I know nothing, but I would hate for the greasemonkey down at the tire shop to find that out. Which he eventually would, had you not enlightened me. Thanks!
10-07-2004, 12:07 AM
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lightonthehill: no worries about the greasemonkey at the shop catching any flaws in your car-related knowledge. Just talked to one yesterday and he couldn't tell a Nissan 350Z from a G35 coupe, honest to god. You're talking some rocket science here with your high and light spots.
02-09-2005, 01:07 PM
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2005s with 5-spoke chromies?
I just saw a new, off the lot 6th gen parked by my post office. As I was walking by it, I was shocked to already see aftermarket rims on it. But it didn't quite look like they were, as there were Nissan center caps on them. If they were after market, and somebody just managed to find 4 center caps, then this must be the fastest a Max has been fitted with new shoes.
Did 05s get a new rim option? I don't believe they did, but maybe I missed a memo...
Did 05s get a new rim option? I don't believe they did, but maybe I missed a memo...
02-10-2005, 10:59 AM
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here you go, i believe these are the rims you are talking about arnold
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....=chrome+wheels
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....=chrome+wheels
02-10-2005, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by PaL379
here you go, i believe these are the rims you are talking about arnold
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....=chrome+wheels
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....=chrome+wheels
02-10-2005, 11:39 AM
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I have them as well I think that it was a $1,500 dollar option I think that they look great, people comment on them all the time. The only thing is that I wish my brake calipers were painted, in fact I may ask a buddy to paint them the same color as the car. I may also go with the drilled and sloted rotors, has anyone seen the rotors for sale on ebay? I think that the wheels would look great with those rotors.