Lexus LX 470 rims

[DMX84]

I like the looks of the Lexus LX 470 rims with the split spoke design. I found a set on EBay in hypersilver. Anyone know if this finish will hold up? I have chrome bling wheels now that I want to replace.
Also will a land cruiser center cap fit the LX rims?
Lexus rims will fit the Land Cruiser right?
Dean

 

[DMX84]

I seen another add that mentioned that his wheels have light shading, and that it’s common for that color to get this. Are all the silver rims this color?
Dean

 

[ace10]

if you're speaking of the 16" lx wheels, there are two finishes. IIRC, pre MY01 and those made after. the later ones are a darker finish, lamost a gunmetal versus a silver for the earlier ones.

the center caps are big $$, if they are not included with the wheels.

a set of 16" lX wheels i bought on ebay were approx. $225 plus ship. they were of the silver color.

 

[macneill]

I tried to get my LC caps to fit my LX rims, but the snap-ring mechanism just didn't grip that well. I didn't want to risk them shooting off somewhere.

I actually didn't try vice-versa...

Not sure about the finish. I had mine powdercoated black. Looks kinda cool.

 

[DMX84]

Is the newer darker “gun metal” finish better than the older silver finish? I think I would prefer the darker color IMO. Can someone tell me for sure what years and what this color is called? I’m looking at getting a set on EBay, ~$200 not bad for a set of 4 rims. I saw a set with Michelins for $400. The shipping is estimated to be $200, and the tires are not that good. I plan on getting new tires anyway.
I haven’t really decided what tire, Bridgestone Revo or Nitto Terra Grapplers. I like the mileage warranty on the Bridgestone’s.
Dean

 

[ace10]

our MY02 has the darker shaded wheels. MY03 went to the 18"ers. so i'm thinking that they switched for MY01. i just don't think that they would have roled out a new wheel for one model year. i'd pass on the mich ltx m/s unless you live in a good climate, need looooong wear and don't ever see the snow. they're nice riding tires, quiet and comfortable, but traction in mud or snow sucks.

you could call a lexy dealer to get specifics on wheels. i'm not sure if there are any lexus dealer folks here...

good luck.

 

[lexs470]

i'm just curius. why did the MY01 and later get the darker colored wheels ? was there a reason behind the switch from the silver ones on earlier models ?

 

[macneill]

i'm just curius. why did the MY01 and later get the darker colored wheels ? was there a reason behind the switch from the silver ones on earlier models ?

Because it was cool. ;p

 

[lexs470]

well i guess that was one factor !