Need Opinions on Nardi wheel (pics inside)...

[agfours]

I've always wanted a Nardi wood wheel, since I saw one on a Carrera about 10 years ago....always liked the silver since then, but just found a black one as well - need opinions: Black or Silver?


Car is a 1985 Guards Red Turbo-look Cabriolet with black interior.

Thanks!

[agfours]

Two more things;

If anyone has pics of either installed, much appreciated!!

These are 360mm wheels - any thoughts on size? Looks to be about 3/4" smaller than the stock raised hub wheel. I don't expect a significant difference, but interested in thoughts asthetically as well. The next size up looks to be a 390mm, which is about 3/4" larger than stock wheel.

[DRACO A5OG]

Black would look more period correct for your 85 IMO

[WIL84911]

I miss mines but it just doesn't go with my car.

[masraum]

Well, I think the black will better fit the look of an '85 than the silver, but I think more important than the spoke color is the rim material. I think leather wrapped would be better than wood unless you're talking about a long hood.

[masraum]

This is more what I'm thinking.

[masraum]

even better



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[agfours]

Originally Posted by masraum

This is more what I'm thinking.

Hey Steve, do you know what the model name is of this wheel? I like it, and it has a red stitching that would complement the exterior Guards paint... I can't quite make out the watermark where you found the pic.

Thanks!

[oh snap]

Here it is.
Amazon.com: Nardi Sport Rally 330mm Deep Corn "Suede" Steering Wheel: Automotive

Would look great in your car. The wood wheels don't go as well with the impact bumper cars imo.

Edit: this one is suede not perferated.

[drcoastline]

Originally Posted by oh snap

Here it is.
Amazon.com: Nardi Sport Rally 330mm Deep Corn "Suede" Steering Wheel: Automotive

Would look great in your car. The wood wheels don't go as well with the impact bumper cars imo.

Edit: this one is suede not perferated.

Agreed. The wood rim wheels just dont look right. The perforated Nardi is sharp and has a retro look. I htink it would look great. I my get one myself.

[masraum]

Yep, stupid name, "Deep Corn". Apparently, comes in 330mm and 350mm.

[skunked]

Originally Posted by agfours

Hey Steve, do you know what the model name is of this wheel? I like it, and it has a red stitching that would complement the exterior Guards paint... I can't quite make out the watermark where you found the pic.

Thanks!

that pic is from JHPUSA Nardi Steering Wheels

I bought some parts from these guys before, no complaints.

[oh snap]

I have a 930s wheel, any one know off hand would i need a hub and/or adapter for the Nardi?

[djcdmv]

Black would look better IMO.

Originally Posted by oh snap

I have a 930s wheel, any one know off hand would i need a hub and/or adapter for the Nardi?

Sorry to hijack, but...

Let me know if you sell the 930S wheel.

[oh snap]

Ill probably keep it even if I do upgrade. Will let you know if I do sell though

[ivangene]

looks out of place on newer car - better for long hood or earlier

[5String43]

Here's mine - I kind of think that wood rims are out of place on newer cars, but that's just me.

A couple things to keep in mind - the Nardis are great, but they're a good bit more expensive than the Momo products, and a good bit harder to find. That goes for hubs and horn buttons.

Also, I found that getting an extender for mine made it much more comfortable to use. I no longer have to have gorilla arms to reach the wheel.

[ivangene]

since we are sharing ideas....

mine:

I dont "LOVE IT!" but it was pretty cheap AND feels great, took a bit of getting use to it.


a nice old wheel in the right car:

[gtc]

Originally Posted by oh snap

I have a 930s wheel, any one know off hand would i need a hub and/or adapter for the Nardi?

You would need an adapter (look on ebay) to put a nardi wheel on your momo hub.
The Nardi bolt pattern is wider and 30 degrees offset from the Momo pattern.