Face-off 'Unions vs. meteors' - Page 2

Jürgen · 3rd October 2007, 10:12

My preferred 17" are the Serpents. In case of a 75, not a ZT btw. :lol:

< N I C K > · 3rd October 2007, 11:12

why do I feel guilty that I prefer the Meteors over the Unions.

Here are my reasons why the meteors are better:
-The unions are kind of square-ish. Whereas the rounded Meteors suit the 75's curves.
-The Meteors have a centre cap which covers the bolt wholes.
-The Meteors looking more sporty.
-Better handling from the wider tyres.
-In my Mk.II specification brochure the unions have been dropped. The meteors are still listed.

Don't get me wrong... the unions are fine. But I'm due for new tyres & have been floating the idea of getting meteors for ages. I'm just trying to justify it to myself.

Jürgen · 3rd October 2007, 11:15

If you like them, get them. It's your personal car in the end.

GreyGhost · 3rd October 2007, 11:21

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Originally Posted by Juergen

If you like them, get them. It's your personal car in the end.

I agree whole heartedly with your sentiment Juergen, other peoples opinions are just that and should in no way sway you from your personal preference.

If we all listened to others we'd be driving soul-less Jap tat or Cod forbid a German car. :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED:

< N I C K > · 3rd October 2007, 11:23

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Originally Posted by Juergen

If you like them, get them. It's your personal car in the end.

Yeah, for sure. But I don't want to spoil the look for my 75. Hence why I'm a little conflicted.

Here's my 75 with the current unions:

Jürgen · 3rd October 2007, 11:28

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Originally Posted by < N I C K >

Yeah, for sure. But I don't want to spoil the look for my 75. Hence why I'm a little conflicted.

Here's my 75 with the current unions:

Nice one, Nick.

And as long as you don't go for an aftermarket solution, the chances are good that you don't spoil the look.

< N I C K > · 3rd October 2007, 11:30

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Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

If we all listened to others we'd be driving soul-less Jap tat or Cod forbid a German car. :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED:

Heaven forbid! I like the individuality that comes with owning a 75.

But alloys are a subjective business. For example I very much like GG's 18" alloys on his ZT. I also like the 16" 'baby' version on the Chinese Rovers.

I also like the 16" 7-spoke:

Jürgen · 3rd October 2007, 11:36

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Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

If we all listened to others we'd be driving soul-less Jap tat or Cod forbid a German car. :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED: :SHOCKED:

Then, GG, I'd drive a V* as 21.2% of Germans do ...

carlpenn · 3rd October 2007, 12:27

I hope I didn't make you feel Guilty

I love the wheels on my 75, But I am sure that there would be more than 50% of members who dislike them ....... lol.

< N I C K > · 3rd October 2007, 19:31

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Originally Posted by carlpenn

I hope I didn't make you feel Guilty

I love the wheels on my 75, But I am sure that there would be more than 50% of members who dislike them ....... lol.

I actually quite like the crowns. But I agree, probably <50% of member wouldn't like 'em.

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View Poll Results: Which do you prefer?
Unions	24	48.00%
Meteors	24	48.00%
Go aftermarket	2	4.00%
Voters: 50. You may not vote on this poll

3rd October 2007, 10:12	#11
Jürgen Posted a thing or two 75 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N/A Posts: 1,728 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	My preferred 17" are the Serpents. In case of a 75, not a ZT btw. :lol: __________________ Jürgen

3rd October 2007, 11:15	#13
Jürgen Posted a thing or two 75 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: N/A Posts: 1,728 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	If you like them, get them. It's your personal car in the end. __________________ Jürgen

3rd October 2007, 12:27	#19
carlpenn This is my second home 2000 Wedgey Blue 2.5V6 Beauty Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bilston Posts: 4,486 Thanks: 36 Thanked 29 Times in 16 Posts	I hope I didn't make you feel Guilty I love the wheels on my 75, But I am sure that there would be more than 50% of members who dislike them ....... lol. __________________ 2.5V6 Auto: Work carried out so far: Crankcase Breather Pipe replaced, O/S CV Joint replaced, Starter Motor Repair Kit Fitted, Front Suspension Overhauled.

3rd October 2007, 11:12	#12
< N I C K > Avid contributor Rover 75 2.5 KV6 Manual Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wellington Posts: 122 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	why do I feel guilty that I prefer the Meteors over the Unions. Here are my reasons why the meteors are better: -The unions are kind of square-ish. Whereas the rounded Meteors suit the 75's curves. -The Meteors have a centre cap which covers the bolt wholes. -The Meteors looking more sporty. -Better handling from the wider tyres. -In my Mk.II specification brochure the unions have been dropped. The meteors are still listed. Don't get me wrong... the unions are fine. But I'm due for new tyres & have been floating the idea of getting meteors for ages. I'm just trying to justify it to myself.