Cheap Wheels - Deal or No Deal?
#16
Originally Posted by MexicoBlue
Because they are even fatter guys. And they would still much rather be with a thin chick if they could pull one . . .
#17
Originally Posted by YNOTFAST
I saw some wheels that looked pretty cool on ebay, but I am curious what fellow 6speeders could tell me about them - pluses and minuses.
The seller tells me they are TUV approved and come in 18 and 19 inch sizes.
They sure seem cheap at around $1300 a set delivered, but if they are not well made or strong enough they wouldn't be any kind of deal.
Comments please. Here is the link to ebay item:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Po...mZ330086019541
Thanks.
The seller tells me they are TUV approved and come in 18 and 19 inch sizes.
They sure seem cheap at around $1300 a set delivered, but if they are not well made or strong enough they wouldn't be any kind of deal.
Comments please. Here is the link to ebay item:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Po...mZ330086019541
Thanks.
side note: the owner drives a yellow 360 w/19" HRE knock offs that they sell. He's had them on the car for a while, however I don't know how much or how hard he drives the car.
I hope any of this info helps you out buddy..
#20
Those wheels are not wide enough for a TT.
While I have no idea about the quality of these particular wheels, there is no reason why wheels should cost 5-6K IMO. That's ridiculous. You can buy a CAR for 5-6 K.
While I have no idea about the quality of these particular wheels, there is no reason why wheels should cost 5-6K IMO. That's ridiculous. You can buy a CAR for 5-6 K.
Last edited by Turbo Fanatic; 02-14-2007 at 12:41 AM.
#23
Originally Posted by heavychevy
Those GT3's have a long history of cracking as well. I wouldnt trust them on the track and still not sure about them on the street.
I have been running GT3's on my 993 for a year, and had them on a previous car for 2 years as well. I have never had any issues with any of them at all, and the new owner of my previous set confirms that they are also still in pristine shape. Both were 18" wheels, I never had them in 19's.
I have seen many people talk about cracked GT3's on the forums, and was only able to find about 4-6 actual cases of cracked wheels across the various Porsche, BMW, and Nissan forums (despite the thousands of sets being sold). Do you have any info showing this "long history" you speak of? If so I would certainly like to see it.
I have also seen posts about cracked Fiske, Kinesis, Forgeline, and OEM Porsche wheels. Therefore, I didn't feel there was any reason to be more concerned with the SSR's compared to any other wheel manufacturer.
#24
Originally Posted by Brett B
I have been running GT3's on my 993 for a year, and had them on a previous car for 2 years as well. I have never had any issues with any of them at all, and the new owner of my previous set confirms that they are also still in pristine shape. Both were 18" wheels, I never had them in 19's.
I have seen many people talk about cracked GT3's on the forums, and was only able to find about 4-6 actual cases of cracked wheels across the various Porsche, BMW, and Nissan forums (despite the thousands of sets being sold). Do you have any info showing this "long history" you speak of? If so I would certainly like to see it.
I have also seen posts about cracked Fiske, Kinesis, Forgeline, and OEM Porsche wheels. Therefore, I didn't feel there was any reason to be more concerned with the SSR's compared to any other wheel manufacturer.
Oh, and I SERIUOSLY doubt those wheels in that eBay auction are forged if they weigh that much. Make them prove it - I bet they can't.
A good read on quality:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/....jsp?techid=96
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#25
I called these guys this morning for info and I don't think I've ever been treated so rudely. They don't show you anything other than the pictures and once you buy, you're stuck. They told me if you don't like the wheels, they'll send you other ones. Read the fine print....you'll pay outrageous shipping to return and restocking fee.
I told the guy if their service after the sale is as horrible as they talked to me before I bought anything, I pass.
#26
Originally Posted by rwgrif
I called these guys this morning for info and I don't think I've ever been treated so rudely. They don't show you anything other than the pictures and once you buy, you're stuck. They told me if you don't like the wheels, they'll send you other ones. Read the fine print....you'll pay outrageous shipping to return and restocking fee.
I told the guy if their service after the sale is as horrible as they talked to me before I bought anything, I pass.
Would never buy from them for that main reason
#27
That is the kind of feedback I was wondering about. I keep seeing all the Ebay ads, and they all say "............ STYLE"
Looks like a good way to keep them out of trouble when they are copying everyone and passing it off as the real deal. Why don't we order some and pay with a Mastercard STYLE card?
Roger
Looks like a good way to keep them out of trouble when they are copying everyone and passing it off as the real deal. Why don't we order some and pay with a Mastercard STYLE card?
Roger
#28
Originally Posted by Brett B
If you are looking for a very similar style but from a name brand manufacturer check out the SSR GT3:
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...2FPolished+Lip
http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/Wheel...2FPolished+Lip
Had a set on my last Carrera and they rears cracked. Sent back to Tire Rack, who then sent back to manufacturer. They came back and said it was due to road impact. Absolutely, not true. We settled on money back after 1 year of fighting, but lost money on my Bridgestone Pole 3 as I couldn't use it on anything else.
I purchased winter tires from Tire Rack, but will never buy for Porsche again. Also, the weight of the rims are horribly heavy.
#30
Originally Posted by YNOTFAST
I saw some wheels that looked pretty cool on ebay, but I am curious what fellow 6speeders could tell me about them - pluses and minuses.
The seller tells me they are TUV approved and come in 18 and 19 inch sizes.
They sure seem cheap at around $1300 a set delivered, but if they are not well made or strong enough they wouldn't be any kind of deal.
Comments please. Here is the link to ebay item:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Po...mZ330086019541
Thanks.
The seller tells me they are TUV approved and come in 18 and 19 inch sizes.
They sure seem cheap at around $1300 a set delivered, but if they are not well made or strong enough they wouldn't be any kind of deal.
Comments please. Here is the link to ebay item:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/18-Po...mZ330086019541
Thanks.
Don't do it, don't do it!!!! It's not a HONDA