I think that the platform handles exceptionally well and I am impressed with the weight for a 4 door hatchback however, this car just doesn’t really call to me. I may just not be a “jdm guy” and I’d rather own a different platform that I would enjoy/appreciate more
Well.. I have started looking at a different platform so I know it is probably time to put up the FL5.
DISCLAIMER: Car will be sold with stock wheels which only have 943 miles on them.
Up for sale and for your viewing pleasure is my 2025 Sonic Gray Pearl FL5 with about 1300 miles. *Not in rush...
Another update... or not much of. Up to only about 1300 miles. Did two spirited drives two weekends ago. Absolutely coated the wheels in brake dust. No issues that I can feel while driving. Visual inspection reveals no issues. Going to take her out again today after the F1 Miami Qualifying sesh...
Got the car aligned yesterday. 80 miles in so far. I feel like NorCal roads are getting worse and worse. Quick visual inspection revealed nothing to report on all 4 corners. Happy Friday :patriot:
Final batches indeed. By the time I was ready to order the tires, they were all sold out on Tirerack. These are actually 275-35. I ended up finding them on the America's Tires website. Took about 2 weeks to come in.
I was able to choose any finish I wanted since they are made to order. I agree...
Update. Got the tires mounted and balanced yesterday. Shop said they balanced well and without issues which means FedEx didn't manage to do any real damage. Took a pic of the amount of weights on each wheel. Got them ceramic coated last night and threw them on today. Starting at 943 miles with...
Hello.
You're either here because you are open to the what if's or the pitchfork is already in hand. Nonetheless, welcome to the show! :cool: My ideal goal is to start a long term review of forged aftermarket wheels purchased on the Alibaba platform. I will do my best to cover the process start...