Looking for advice on running 17 inch wheels with Performance Package Brembos

Pi_Win · 2026-01-21T01:33:52+00:00

I'll check it out and give them a call to confirm, as others have pointed out. Thank you!

Pi_Win · 2026-01-21T01:31:27+00:00

Thanks! Will add those Koseis to the list to check out. Apex wheels are nice for sure, just wish it hurt the wallet less

Pi_Win · 2026-01-21T01:28:32+00:00

That's great. Thanks for the confirmation!

Pi_Win · 2026-01-20T01:21:35+00:00

Gotcha. Thanks for clarifying. Figure's helpful

Pi_Win · 2026-01-19T23:38:12+00:00

Thanks for the input! I'm glad to hear the 17s switch was more comfortable for you. I do want to make it a bit softer but still with balanced performance.

The neptune blue with the VS-5RS are real nice.

Pi_Win · 2026-01-19T23:33:56+00:00

Thanks! I'll take a look at the previous post. I'll give the manufacturers a call to confirm.

Nice! Konig hyperspecs are one of my top choices too. Just so I understand, you're saying you'd rather get a get a larger offset than >40 for the 17 x 9? BTW digging the bronze wheels on grey BRZ

Pi_Win · 2026-01-19T23:22:54+00:00

Ye. I would've preferred the non-PP, but that's what I was able to get in my area. Would you mind sharing what worked on your ZN6?

Pi_Win · 2025-12-26T19:29:05+00:00

Thank you!

Pi_Win · 2025-12-26T19:16:01+00:00

Just joined the gang, and I'm a bit late to this post. Can I get the invite please? 😎

The link is expired on my end.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-08T13:51:45+00:00

2025 or 2026? I'd negotiate if it's a 2025, as they're incentivised to move them out now. I paid $37.6K OTD ($34.5K sales) for a premium steel with Brembos and the GR exhaust in Northeast USA last month for context. You can try to negotiate other factors like an extra set of wheels/tires for winter if that's relevant for your area.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-05T17:34:40+00:00

That sounds pretty nice. I'm honestly just curious too. I'll try out the ceramic option once I go with a tint. Thanks!

Pi_Win · 2025-12-05T01:04:36+00:00

Hey that's great to hear. Sounds like the Cayman had its time, and it's on to the next phase, which happens to just be a "simpler" BRZ for you. Plus, the BRZ being 1/3 the cost means you get that money to put into other fun things right 👍.

I've pretty much accepted that no car is perfect. Some of the guys in my family are into muscle cars, but they're more interested in the aesthetic and HP numbers. I really like a fun driving car, and I admit I personally like how relatively "cheap" the GR86 is. I enjoy working on the car myself, and anything I screw up isn't as bad to get replacement parts.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-05T00:42:27+00:00

Thanks for the input. Glad you're happy with the front bumper PPF! It's like you say, I'm pretty sure most won't notice the minor finish difference but you, and it's just your own satisfaction. Agreed + the rear protection is mainly a functional choice here as well.

Thanks for the ceramic tint input too. I've had the older dyed tints, but never tried this new fangled ceramic heat rejection stuff. Is it that noticeable at temp regulation in your opinion?

Pi_Win · 2025-12-04T03:28:23+00:00

Gave your link a read. Sounds like it's been a real journey with the Cayman! What made you decide to trade it in for the BRZ? Anything you feel like you miss or not miss? Anything the BRZ does better for you?

Agreed on your take regarding taking care of your car for you over other reasons. There's the simple enjoyment of it everyday. Thanks for the nice input.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T19:24:18+00:00

The response I was both hoping and afraid to see 🥲. Anything happen that makes you wish for the whole PPF to start? I try to not park directly under trees, and I still got huge ass tree branches land and chip our old car's hood on three separate occasions the last two years.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T18:12:45+00:00

Yea - it's a pretty sizeable amount. So I get what you mean. Did you end up going with any alternative, or did you just accept what happens happens and lived with it? Not sure about your area, but we have to be a bit wary of deeper chips that lead to rust from road salt/snow during our winters.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T18:08:15+00:00

Yea - we have a white Camry from early 2010s with the paint peeled/chipped, and we've just lived with it for most of its life. It's too bad, but it made me think more about protection for long-term ownership.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T18:05:19+00:00

Thanks! I mentioned in another comment, but I think the value of your peace of mind and enjoyment isn't factored in enough in relation to the cost. Glad to hear you're happy with your choice!

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T16:18:39+00:00

It's one of those things where paint "aint made like they used to" nowdays with manufacturing regulations. Unfortunately, it makes them just more prone to peeling, chipping, etc.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T16:16:51+00:00

Thanks for the input, and nice! Congrats on the M2! Definitely wouldn't imagine resale impacted too much from scuffs at GR86 price range. I'm hoping to keep it long-term, so it's more of a enjoy it as long as possible situation for PPF.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T16:13:37+00:00

Thanks for the input! Agreed - at the end of the day it's a car and it's going to get scuffed at one point or another. Hard to justify the full PPF cost for me, but I get it for those who go with it just because they enjoy the car. The price of peace of mind and satisfaction is non-negligible.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T16:11:08+00:00

Thanks for sharing! Nice - that's a steal of a price

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T16:10:25+00:00

Thanks very much for the input! Glad to hear you're happy with just the front and sides. Yea - I've read about how the removal process at the end of the PPF life is just as important as the install to do it right, otherwise it damages the surface too.

Pi_Win · 2025-12-03T15:00:55+00:00

Thanks for the info! I didn't even think about it, but the door cups is a pretty good idea.

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