LON@HRE Report post Posted February 8, 2012 New Vintage Series Like many timeless items beauty grows with age; for example the original Gibson Les Paul Custom, a 1988 Ferrari F40 and the Leica M5. While some designs merely grow older, others grow cooler. With that in mind, HRE is proud to offer a sneak peek of its Vintage Line – three designs from the brand’s 34-year history, completely re-engineered with modern 3-piece forged wheel technology for today’s sports and super cars. “The process of recreating vintage designs that captured the style and essence of the originals was very exciting and challenging for all of us at HRE,” said HRE Wheels President Alan Peltier. “These designs take us all back to the ‘70’s and ‘80’s when we were kids falling in love with exotics for the first time and truly becoming car lovers. Capturing all the character and magic of these designs, while ensuring they fit modern super cars and met our current engineering standards, made the project tougher than simply creating replicas of the original cast wheels. We found inspiration in those original designs but created wheels that reflect the HRE of today; wheels that are truly inspired.” All three models available in HRE’s Vintage Line have been reengineered with modern FEA analysis for maximum strength, machined from aerospace-grade forged alloy and hand-finished to every customer’s exact specifications. Models available include the 454 (classic Italian style five-window), the 501 (mesh lace) and the 505 (thick five spoke) in 18 through 20 inch diameters and widths ranging from 7 to 14 inches. Nearly unlimited finish options are available, from classic gold, bronze and polished centers and rims to hand-brushing and custom tinted colors. This series is specifically designed for customers looking for a classic design backed by modern engineering. Popular applications could include the BMW 1M and M3, Porsche 997 and 991, a variety of current Ferrari and Lamborghini models and other popular European, Japanese and domestic sports and luxury cars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyinFapper Report post Posted February 8, 2012 Love the 501, the others not so much Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted February 8, 2012 there is a reason some designs last and others don't.... 501 style (BBS clone) is a classic....the other two should be only seen in old Miami Vice episodes. If you are going to promote retro, at least put them on period cars. Seems like niche slicing....who is the customer? Why would an Aventador or a 458 owner wants rims from 1983? Not your best work. Full disclosure I have had HRE rims on an NSX and they were great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken qv Report post Posted February 8, 2012 Tough crowd... i like 'em... doesn't mean i'd buy 'em, but i like 'em Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
87-Countach Report post Posted February 8, 2012 there is a reason some designs last and others don't.... 501 style (BBS clone) is a classic....the other two should be only seen in old Miami Vice episodes. If you are going to promote retro, at least put them on period cars. +1 Wouldn't mind seeing the 454's on a Countach. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Craws Report post Posted February 8, 2012 +1 Wouldn't mind seeing the 454's on a Countach. Absolutley! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vyce77 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 Tough crowd... i like 'em... doesn't mean i'd buy 'em, but i like 'em Not quite sure what this means I'm pretty sure this is the exact same sentiment as "I hate them" considering both reactions result in a non-purchase. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ag02M5 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 505 on an F40 would be hot. Stock looking in bigger more aggressive fit. Agree...the others on modern cars...do not look good. I have HRE monobloks and they look hot...on modern cars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpDarks Report post Posted February 8, 2012 The older style wheels are making a comeback in other makes like BMW, VW, Merc. Perhaps HRE is betting that trend continues into the exotic market. The reality is that the Lambo or Ferrari community makes up a small percentage of sales compared to the common man cars anyway. The 501 style mesh rim is obviously a classic but I do agree the other 2 are certainly going after a very particular buyer. I do appreciate a big name wheel company trying something different and trendy. Their core wheel lineup is strong, so I think they can afford to push into some different directions from a design standpoint. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannibalACP82 Report post Posted February 9, 2012 I think they are pretty sweet. For what it's worth (and I know this makes me sound like a hipster) the 458 Spyder looks like a million bucks with those throwbacks on. I like the look because it is different, fits with the brand, isn't what everyone else is doing and most importantly isn't a set of 26in Forgiato rims...errr wheels color matched to the car. 458 Spyder = Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpegs13 Report post Posted February 9, 2012 Hmmmm, 501's on my PCar... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannibalACP82 Report post Posted February 10, 2012 Hmmmm, 501's on my PCar... Not sure what p car/color you have but those 501s in with the gold contrast in the demo shot look amazing on the green Carrera ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuisGT3 Report post Posted February 10, 2012 Those 501's are amazing. Refreshing to see something nice in the sea of garbage that most US wheel companies habitate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpDarks Report post Posted February 10, 2012 Here is a video from inside the HRE factory during the construction of a 501. http://vimeo.com/36386945 Rumor has it the 18s will MSRP @ $1700 per wheel. It looks like the 501 is a copy of a wheel they used to make in the 90s. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpegs13 Report post Posted February 10, 2012 It looks like the 501 is a copy of a wheel they used to make in the 90s. Yea, BBS made 'em in the '80's and '90's Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LON@HRE Report post Posted February 12, 2012 Here is a video from inside the HRE factory during the construction of a 501. http://vimeo.com/36386945 Rumor has it the 18s will MSRP @ $1700 per wheel. It looks like the 501 is a copy of a wheel they used to make in the 90s. The video turned out amazing. We wanted to bring back the Vintage styling that HRE had in the 80's and 90's back to life with a modern touch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LON@HRE Report post Posted February 13, 2012 Take a moment to watch this video of the 501. http://vimeo.com/36386945 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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