main reason i bought the rims on the accord was for the design, weight (14lbs each), and strength (ive hit every pothole in the state with no worries)...the rims were more of a performance upgrade than anything, although i really wish they had come with a polished lip. i guess i could have that done, but i wouldn't feel right modifying volks lol. when i get my TSX it's gettin bronze work emotion CR's.... i thought about refinishing these in bronze...but i just wouldn't feel right about it lol i like the way it looks tho, i like the dark theme.