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Can someone please tell me if they would buy from this ebay seller?
I am extremely interested in buying these wheels especially for the price. But can anyone verify that these wheels are legitimate in terms of quality and fitment? Thank you
Usually the quality isn't as good as the original product as it is manufactured with a cheaper material or using another process than the original in order to provide a similar product at a much lower price.
The category is too broad to make generalizations. Some may only produce low cost aftermarket wheels and be of low quality and durability. OTOH, there are retailers, such as Powerwheels Pro who only source from TUV/JWL approved quality process suppliers who also supply the OE industry. These wheels may be of identical quality to OE wheels, as they are simply excess production. No vehicle manufacturers that I know make their own wheels; they are outsourced.
The 4 car-sets I bought from PWP have been of very high quality, easily balanced, perfectly finished. So, you have to do research on the supplier as they cannot all be lumped together.
I am extremely interested in buying these wheels especially for the price. But can anyone verify that these wheels are legitimate in terms of quality and fitment? Thank you
Edit: For more clarity, the price seems too good to be true, just wanted to make sure I will not be disappointed. I appreciate any responses.
If the offf set is correct i would buy them. I have purchased replica wheels in the past. They are heavy compared to the real AMG wheel but if you are not racing and care about the weight then you are fine
I have had replicas before and never had an issue. It all depends on how well the roads are in your area. I've had friends that have had their OE wheels crack and dent.
If the offf set is correct i would buy them. I have purchased replica wheels in the past. They are heavy compared to the real AMG wheel but if you are not racing and care about the weight then you are fine
By looking at his ebay page, can you tell if it is worth it? I do not care about racing nor the weight. The only thing I am concerned about is the quality and durability in the long run.
According to his page the info is:
Size - 19x8.0 Front 19x9.0 Rear
Bolt Pattern - 5x112
Offset - 45mm Front & Back
I have had replicas before and never had an issue. It all depends on how well the roads are in your area. I've had friends that have had their OE wheels crack and dent.
That is good to hear. By looking at his page, can you tell if they're good replicas? This will be my first time buying wheels and I don't have any knowledge of offsets and things like that. I just want to be extra cautious
Last edited by anxx3; Jan 29, 2015 at 06:34 PM.
Reason: I live in southern california. For the most part, the roads here are fine
The category is too broad to make generalizations. Some may only produce low cost aftermarket wheels and be of low quality and durability. OTOH, there are retailers, such as Powerwheels Pro who only source from TUV/JWL approved quality process suppliers who also supply the OE industry. These wheels may be of identical quality to OE wheels, as they are simply excess production. No vehicle manufacturers that I know make their own wheels; they are outsourced.
The 4 car-sets I bought from PWP have been of very high quality, easily balanced, perfectly finished. So, you have to do research on the supplier as they cannot all be lumped together.
Unfortunately PWP does not carry this type of design otherwise I would not have hesitated in purchasing from them since I trust your word.
I tried googling the ebay seller named Quazi Auto Sports who is the seller in my original post and could not find anything other than his ebay page which has nothing but positive reviews. If you can look at his ebay page and tell me if they're worth buying, I would immensely appreciate it. It's my first time buying wheels in general and I am skeptical of buying replicas. BUT I just LOVE these wheels so much... I have been looking for them for a long time.
Unfortunately PWP does not carry this type of design otherwise I would not have hesitated in purchasing from them since I trust your word.
I tried googling the ebay seller named Quazi Auto Sports who is the seller in my original post and could not find anything other than his ebay page which has nothing but positive reviews. If you can look at his ebay page and tell me if they're worth buying, I would immensely appreciate it. It's my first time buying wheels in general and I am skeptical of buying replicas. BUT I just LOVE these wheels so much... I have been looking for them for a long time.
Contact the seller and just ask if the wheels are stamped JWL, TUV, both or neither, without explaining why or further details. While fraud/trademark abuse is possible, if they admit that they show neither, I would pass on those. If they have either, you might take a chance.
By the way, here is a shot of a BBS SR model wheel in anthracite. I think tirerack.com sells these as well, in case that interests you. BBS is a highly respected, high quality company.
By the way, here is a shot of a BBS SR model wheel in anthracite. I think tirerack.com sells these as well, in case that interests you. BBS is a highly respected, high quality company.
These are actually really nice!! I'm a little disappointed they do not come in gloss black. Can you please recommend me any other highly respected brands that are similar to that type of design? Thank you, you're a big help.
These are actually really nice!! I'm a little disappointed they do not come in gloss black. Can you please recommend me any other highly respected brands that are similar to that type of design? Thank you, you're a big help.
Yes, I like them too. In fact, the only reason I knew of them was that I will be buying them for my new car for the Spring. I don't really know a lot of designs, but when I saw what you liked, I knew it looked familiar. Anyway, here is the very same wheel in their other finish choice of gloss black with a machined surface. About as close as I know to fully black. This is the version I am buying.
Yeah I would say do your research on the brand you are looking at and look for reviews. If you feel comfortable with the information you find then go for it!
That's what I did and I'm very happy with my choice. Regardless of replica or not.
Yes, I like them too. In fact, the only reason I knew of them was that I will be buying them for my new car for the Spring. I don't really know a lot of designs, but when I saw what you liked, I knew it looked familiar. Anyway, here is the very same wheel in their other finish choice of gloss black with a machined surface. About as close as I know to fully black. This is the version I am buying.
As you can see, I no longer have my MB W204. The W205 is not for me (actually no MB is any longer, being all automatic trans), so I have a new BMW 2 Series. It has the Track Handling Package, which includes staggered 18" wheels with Michelin PSS tires. Phenomenal car! Unfortunately, around Michigan, we have the worst roads in the nation. So, I am looking for a bit more sidewall height to protect the rims and take out some impact harshness from our widespread broken asphalt/concrete and potholes. My order is for 17x7.5 inch wheels and I am switching from PSS to AS3 so I can use them more of the year (PSS needs 40 degrees F or more so as not to crack the rubber compound) and spend less time on the Blizzak WS80. While some question the aesthetics of 17", the physics are on my side for driving dynamics. Smaller wheels have lower mass for reduced rolling resistance, improved performance/mpg, and braking. With this BBS setup, I'm very happy with how they will look as well.
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