18 inch Low profile wheels - Should I get tire insurance?
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18 inch Low profile wheels - Should I get tire insurance?
I haven't owned a car with larger wheels before. I also live in NJ for context. Anybody with experience with the 18" wheels in terms of likelihood of bending/cracking the wheel? Do you really have to hit the pothole hard?
How much is the cost of new tires if MB is installing them? $400? $500?
Also how expensive is it to fix curb rash? Is it worth the $400 extra for the cosmetic package?
I have until the end of today to decide apparently. Thanks for your help.
How much is the cost of new tires if MB is installing them? $400? $500?
Also how expensive is it to fix curb rash? Is it worth the $400 extra for the cosmetic package?
I have until the end of today to decide apparently. Thanks for your help.
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2016 C300 4Matic traded in for a 2022 E450 Coupe
I have 19" wheels and didn't get the insurance. I've whacked a couple of unexpected potholes and had no issues.
If you do get it, make sure you read the fine print on what it does or doesn't cover.
If you do get it, make sure you read the fine print on what it does or doesn't cover.
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I've had a tire blow out and cosmetic damage to the wheel (separate incidents). Both were repaired/replaced under the tire and wheel policy. The tire replacement was worth about $450. The wheel repair was about $200. I have the 19" wheels. It's very important to read the policy and understand exactly what you a purchasing. Know the policy exclusions.
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I had damage to both right side wheels after hitting a pothole. My regular car insurance covered the damage/replacement costs less my deductible.
