Aero and Wheels Buyers Guide - Tech - Modified Magazine

The word aerodynamics can conjure up bad images in many sport compact owners’ minds. Visions of nasty, ill-fitting body kits and obnoxious, oversized wings remind us of days past—bad days we wish we could forget. But all aerodynamics parts are not for looks alone. And what car would be complete without the proper set of wheels to complement everything? Check out these functional aero parts and a wide variety of wheels available for nearly any car out there.

SEIBON CARBON
HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE CARBONFIBER UPGRADES
Seibon Carbon has several cool carbon-fiber parts for the new Hyundai Genesis coupe. Offerings include OEM replacement hoods, trunks, and trunk spoilers; SC-style vented hoods; and TS-style vented hoods. Utilizing deluxe French- or U.S.-made carbon fiber and rigorously inspected during a quality-control process, the carbon-fber upgrades from Seibon Carbon are the ultimate choice in aerodynamic performance.
SeibonCarbon.com

VIS
CARBON-FIBER HOODS, TRUNKS, AND DIFFUSERS
VIS parts are made from the finest carbon fiber available and meet all ISO standards. Each VIS hood is inspected by the company’s quality-control department before leaving its facility to ensure the highest standard.
VISRacing.com

VOLTEX
TYPE V GT WING
Voltex is a specialty aero parts brand located in Suzuka, Japan. With experience in F-3 and Formula race car aero design, Voltex handcrafts its products with the highest attention to detail. Possibly its most popular product is the Voltex Carbon GT wing, which comes in a variety of custom sizes fitted specifically for your vehicle.
EvasiveMotorsports.com

SEIBON CARBON
NISSAN GT-R HOOD
Seibon Carbon has several cool carbon-fiber parts for the Nissan GT-R. Offerings include OEM replacement hoods, trunks, and trunk spoilers. The carbon-fiber upgrades from Seibon Carbon are the ultimate choice in aerodynamic performance.
SeibonCarbon.com

KOGNITION
EVO VIII AND IX HATCH-MOUNT WING KIT
Kognition’s hatch-mount wing kit features TIG-welded 6061 uprights for a lifetime of worry-free track fun. It also features 14 angles of adjustment, slide-adjustable end-plates, and Kognition gives its customers the option to choose any custom-cut span up to 78 inches at no extra charge. The kit comes in a black-anodized finish and has an impressive two-year warranty against defective craftsmanship.
KognitionDesign.com

AIT RACING
BMAGIC HONDA CR-Z BODY KIT
These fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) body kits are a great way to add some style to your Honda CR-Z. Kit includes a front bumper, side skirts, and a rear bumper. AIT Racing also has many other applications.
AITRacing.com

VARIS
NISSAN GT-R BODY KIT
This complete kit for the Nissan GT-R is now available from Varis. Smooth styling and racing inspiration set the look of this kit apart from the crowd, so make sure your GT-R gets some JDM love from Varis.
MasterMindna.com

CHARGESPEED
EVO X WIDE-BODY KIT
Chargespeed now offers the Evo X wide-body made from the highest quality FRP. All products come predrilled and are easily installed. The kit includes a front bumper, a pair of 20mm front fenders, side skirts, 20mm rear fenders, and a rear bumper
ChargeSpeedUSA.com

C-WEST
EVO X BODY KIT
C-West is known for making some of the finest looking and best functioning aero kits. The Evo X kit is made up of nine pieces: front and rear bumpers, side skirts, a hood (FRP or CFRP are offered), a trunk, front canards, a hood air intake and air outlets, and hood rain protectors.
C-WestUSA.com

C-WEST
MAZDA RX-8 BODY KIT
C-West’s Mazda RX-8 body kit is aimed more toward street enthusiasts than all-out track stars. If you want your RX-8 to look tip-top, this three-piece kit (front bumper, side skirts, rear bumper) is a great place to start.
C-WestUSA.com

VEILSIDE
VERSION 3 NISSAN 250Z WIDE-BODY KIT
The short front overhang combined with the Z’s long nose are enhanced to create a modern design with this wide-body kit. The aggressive styling is inspired by the modern Formula 1 design, reinforcing the ideals of an elite performance status. All Veilside products are made from (FRP) and come predrilled for easy installation.
VersusTradingCo.com

INGS USA
N-SPEC EVO X AND STI AERO KITS
The more power you have on your car, the more handling it will require on the track. Ings N-Spec aero kits are not only about the style, but they were also made from the racetrack and provide ultralight weight, increased downforce, and better airflow cooling. That’s why Ings N-Spec is widely known and used in competition today.
Ings-Net.com

SHORIN GROUND EFFECTS
NISSAN GT-R FRONT HALF SPOILER
Shorin Ground Efects started as an OEM products provider in 2005, and many people in the industry soon recognized its designs and high-quality products. Shorin’s spoilers are manufactured in Japan by top-of-the-line designers and fine craftsmen.
MyJapanDirect.com

SEIBON CARBON
SCION TC BODY KIT
The Scion tC body kit from Seibon Carbon offers everything enthusiasts are looking for. The tC’s body kit includes a fiberglass front bumper, fenders, side skirts, a rear quarter-panel, and a rear bumper. Its lightweight design improves airflow for better down-force, offering better performance on the track and on the streets.
SeibonCarbon.com

J’S RACING
HONDA CR-Z TYPE S AERO KIT
This aero kit unites function and appearance beautifully. During the kit’s development, J’s Racing made use of extensive aerodynamics data from actual racing. A well-thought-out design provides excellent downforce and cooling function. From the street to the racetrack, Type S aero maximizes the potential of your CR-Z.
J-sRacingUSA.com

CHARGESPEED
WRX STI WIDE-BODY KIT
Since its establishment in 1986 in Osaka, Chargespeed has been Japan’s leader in quality manufacturing of aerodynamic products. The kit includes a front bumper, a pair of 20mm front fenders, side skirts, 20mm rear fenders, and a rear bumper .
ChargeSpeedUSA.com

VARIS
EVO X BODY PARTS
Located in the Kanagawa prefecture of Japan, Varis is a legendary Japanese aero parts manufacturer that has been prominent in the racing realm since the late ’70s. With Varis’ offering of a complete array of body parts for the Evo X (including hoods, canards, wings, bumpers, diffusers, lips, mirrors, and even doors), you can create your own mix or use them all.
MasterMindna.com

C-WEST
GRB SUBARU IMPREZA BODY KIT
With this C-West front bumper, you do not have to remove the original bumper reinforcement as with many other JDM bumpers. The bigger air intake ducts on the upper part of the grille channel more fresh air into the engine bay smoothly and efficiently, and the front center opening section is made easy to cut for people who want to run a front-mount intercooler.
C-WestUSA.com

STILLEN
NISSAN 370Z BODY KIT
Beginning with a front fascia, this kit incorporates a large open area for fresh airflow to intercoolers, oil, and transmission coolers and also works in conjunction with a separately available brake cooling kit currently in development. The side rocker panels are designed and modeled after Steve Millen’s championship-winning IMSA 300ZX and are fully functional, applying an incremental amount of downforce at higher speeds. Stillen also has a urethane roof wing and rear wing available to complete the full 370Z body kit.
Stillen.com

CENTRAL 20
NISSAN 370Z REAR WING
Designed by racing drivers in Japan, this rear wing is a unique way to add a bit of spice to the rear end of your 370Z. This wing is available in either carbon fiber or FRP construction. Central 20 also offers a three-piece body kit for the 370Z as well as other applications.
MyJapanDirect.com

INGS USA
Z-POWER WING
Maximize your downforce with the Ings Z-Power wing. Studying data from circuits using the latest technology, the Z-Power wing has cleared numerous tests of performance, weights, material, durability, and style. The flap adjusts to 15 different angles to fit your own setting, and mounts are made specific per every model.
Ings-Net.com

J’S RAC NG
HONDA S2000 TYPE S AERO KIT
Type S aero (front bumper, side step, and rear bumper), GT wing, and Type V hood are very popular choices for drivers who appreciate distinctive style and function. The Type S aero kit reflects all the know-how J’s gained in participating in the endurance race series. Strength, aerodynamics, and cooling function are achieved at an extremely high level.
J-sRacingUSA.com

VERTEX
EDGE TOYOTA FT-86 WIDE-BODY KIT
Vertex is hard at work developing the new Edge wide-body kit for the Toyota FT-86. This kit will also ft the Scion FRS for U.S. consumers and will be available for sale by August 2012. Preorders are being accepted now.
Vertex-USA.com

VERTEX
R-VERTEX NISSAN GTR FRONT LIP DIFFUSER
This front lip diffuser not only looks great but also adds a bit of additional downforce to the front of the beastly Nissan GTR. Have your cake and eat it too with this functional enhancement from Vertex USA, available in carbon fiber or FRP.
Vertex-USA.com

VOLTEX
HONDA S2000 STREET- AND RACE-SPEC AERO KITS
Voltex Racing of Japan has worked closely with Evasive Motorsports to develop an aero kit for the Honda S2000. After months of development and testing, it’s finally available in both street and race versions. The street version consists of a front bumper, canards, side skirts, and a rear diffuser. The front bumper is a unique two-piece design that includes a detachable front lip. The street version of the bumper can easily be converted to the race version. The race version consists of a front bumper, canards, side skirts, and a rear diffuser. The bumper is a unique three-piece design that includes a detachable carbon front lip and splitter. Voltex canards maximize downforce and increase stability.
EvasiveMotorsports.com

5ZIGEN
INPERIO SPORTS RS-1
Construction: one-piece cast
Colors: matte Bronze, matte Gunmetal
Sizes: 17 inches and 18 inches
PCD: 4x100, 5x100, 5x114.3
Offset: +12 to +52
5zigenUSA.com

BBS
CH-R
Construction: low-pressure casting
Colors: silver, black, titanium
Sizes: 18 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x114.3
Offset: +24 to +40
PerformanceWheelInt.com

ENKEI
FUJIN
Construction: flow-forming technology (MAT)
Colors: silver, matte black,
Sizes: 17 inches and 18 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x112, 5x114.3
Offset: various
Enkei.com

KONIG
TURN ONE
Construction: one-piece casting
Colors: quicksilver w/ machined face
Sizes: 15 inches to 18 inches
PCD: 4x100, 5x100, 5x114.3
Offset: +40, +45
KonigWheels.com

KONIG
MILLIGRAM
Construction: flow-forming technology (MAT)
Colors: matte black w/ machined undercut, gold w/ machined undercut
Sizes: 18 inches
PCD: 5x114.3
Offset: +25, +35, +45
KonigWheels.com

KONIG
KILOGRAM
Construction: flow-forming technology (MAT)
Colors: silver w/machined face
Sizes: 18 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x112, 5x114.3
Offset: +22, +25, +30, +35, +40, +45
KonigWheels.com

MOTEGI RACING
MR119
Construction: cast aluminum
Colors: silver, satin black
Sizes: 17 inches and 18 inches
PCD: 4x100, 5x100, 5x114.3, and more
Offset: +32 to +45
WheelExperts.com

TSW
MUGELLO
Construction: one-piece cast
Colors: matte Black, hyper silver
Sizes: 17 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x108, 5x112, 5x114.3, 5x120
Offset:+20 to +54
TSW.com

VOLK RACING
TE37 TOKYO TIME ATTACK
Construction: forged monoblock
Colors: double black w/ forged diamond cut rim
Sizes: 19 inches
PCD: 5x114.3
Offset: various
MackinIndustries.com

SSR
PROFESSOR MS3
Construction: three-piece forged
Colors: silver, fat black, white, bronze, touring gold, gun metallic, and more
Sizes: 18 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x114.3, and more
Offset: various
Tanabe-USA.com

FORGELINE
SC3C
Construction: three-piece
Colors: silver, matte black,
Sizes: 18 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 5x112, 5x114.3, 5x120, 5x120.7, 5x130
Offset: -50 to +45
Forgeline.com

MODULARE
B18
Construction: forged monoblock
Colors: silver, black, custom
Sizes: 18 inches to 22 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x130
Offset: various
WheelExperts.com

TSW
RIVAGE
Construction: one-piece cast
Colors: gloss black w/ milled spoke, hyper silver
Sizes: 17 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 5x100, 5x108, 5x112, 5x114.3, 5x120
Offset: +20 to +54
TSW.com

SSR
PROFESSOR SP1
Construction: three-piece forged
Colors: silver, fat black, white, bronze, touring gold, gun metallic, and more
Sizes: 17 inches to 20 inches
PCD: 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x114.3, and more
Offset: various
Tanabe-USA.com

GramLights
57D-R
Construction: one-piece cast
Colors: semigloss black, more available soon
Sizes: 17 inches and 18 inches
PCD: 4x100, 5x114.3
Offset: +12 to +52
MackinIndustries.com

Vossen
VVS-CV7
Construction: low pressure cast
Colors: pressed black
Sizes: 19 inches to 22 inches
PCD: 5x114.3, 5x120. 5x130, and more
Offset: +15 to +55
VossenWheels.com

Vossen
VVS-CV3
Construction: low pressure cast
Colors: pressed black
Sizes: 19 inches to 22 inches
PCD: 5x114.3, 5x120. 5x130, and more
Offset:+15 to +55
VossenWheels.com

WedsSport
SA-50M
Construction: AMF cast
Colors: matte black machined, blue machined
Sizes: 18 inches
PCD: 5x114.3
Offset: various
EvasiveMotorsports.com

WedsSport
SA-60M
Construction: AMF cast
Colors: matte black machined, blue machined
Sizes: 16 inches to 19 inches
PCD: 5x114.3
Offset: various
EvasiveMotorsports.com

Work
Emotion CR Ultimate
Construction: one-piece low pressure cast
Colors: matte bronze, matte black, GT silver, work metal buff
Sizes: 15 inches to 18 inches
PCD: 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x114.3, & more
Offset: various
WorkWheelsUSA.com

Advan
Racing GT
Construction: forged monoblock
Colors: racing hyper black, semigloss black
Sizes: 19 inches and 20 inches
PCD: 5x114.3 and more
Offset: various
MackinIndustries.com

Work
Meister S1R
Construction: two-piece (cast center w/ forged barrel)
Colors: feinheit silver II, matte black, matte bronze, custom colors
Sizes: 16 inches to 19 inches
PCD: 4x100, 4x114.3, 5x100, 5x114.3, and more
Offset: various
WorkWheelsUSA.com

Advan
RG-D
Construction: one-piece cast
Colors: gold, hyper silver, and matte Black
Sizes: 17 inches to 19 inches
PCD: 4x100, 5x100, 5x114.3,
Offset: +15 to +51
MackinIndustries.com

Volk Racing
G25
Construction: forged monoblock
Colors: formula silver w/ diamond cut rim, mercury silver II
Sizes: 18 inches and 19 inches
PCD: 5x114.3 and more
Offset: various
MackinIndustries.com

Volk Racing
C345 Ultra light
Construction: forged monoblock
Colors: pressed black
Sizes: 17 inches and 18 inches
PCD: 5x114.3 and more
Offset: various
MackinIndustries.com