I am confused a little, is this legal?
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Yar, tis fibreglass and the dude from CKS performance said that it takes a little bit of finishing work to get it to fit perfect, but that also that opinion was based upon the original kits they got from Demec and that he feels they have improved and matured as a company a lot since then. I mean look at their gallery on their site, I am quite impressed with the kits they have made for the wealth of vehicles that they have.
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Somehow, I think if nobody knew my wheels were replicas, this board would be sane. Honestly, it doesn't matter what brand they are, I am going for a Brabus look. I could care less if they were the real deal, plus you can't tell the difference anyways. Lets just talk about something different, like Zorro's latest hair style, or Pham's newest secret project. Geez, this is getting old.
This doesnt make a difference, But, I can tell the difference from a 1/4 mile away. However, MOST people cant tell, your right.
Just remember, with wheels especially, you really get what you pay for. Those wheels pictured will shake @ about 65 MPH on the freeway. I know because I sell them sometimes to people like yourself, who are adamant about getting the Brabus "Look". They then come back a few days later, and complain about how bad they shake, then they end up buying better ones, and end up with a useless set of Brabus Look wheels, and paying double. For the same money, you can get a much better quality wheel for your car. Feel free to stop by my shop anytime, Ill be glad to help you out.
Not talking ****, just take it from the guy who sells wheels and tires everyday.
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I guess when I weighed in on this debate (this thread meandered so much that I can't remember if it was in this thread or not), I failed to mention one thing...
I bought my AMG monoblock replicas on ebay. Fantastic price. The finish is chipping on one of the wheels 2 years later. And the ebay seller said the tires were mounted and balanced. They obviously were not properly balanced and I had to take them to a shop to get it done. Apparently the weights were just slapped on them arbitrarily. And I'm not sure if it's my tires or the rims, but the shop said it was impossible to get them to balance properly without sticking the weights on the outside lip of the wheel. I know that you definitely wouldn't have to do that on authentic AMG's. But they got them darn close and it's smooth at speeds below 75. I hardly ever drive faster than that.
So, that's my wordy rebuttal to myself. Replicas are not as good as the real thing, but in my situation, even knowing what I know now, the huge cost savings were completely worth it to me. I got wheels and tires, delivered, for around $1,500 less than the real deal. That money went into my head gasket/valve job/etc.
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To answer both of you guys at once. I am planning on keeping these wheels until my update and cosmetic upgrades are complete, then I am planning on buying Hammers like Chris' or AMG Monoblocks that have a body matched powdercoat. I don't plan on keeping these until I sell the car, they are more or less temporary and look a hell of a lot better than the old 15ers (15 hole 15 inch) If I wanted Brabus, I would buy them, but I would rather get the look and have performance suspension and a new exhaust instead, is that so wrong? I understand you get what you pay for, but in my opinion, I got nice looking wheels for the price of one or MAYBE two Brabus wheels, to me that is pretty sweet. Oh, and blue monster, your sarcasm is a little overdone, these wheels are indestinguishable from a hubcap at 1/4 mile away.
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Was thinking about becoming a screenwriter....what do you guys think?
ACT ONE
Scene one:
Fade in.
Our fearless sword fighter is exhausted, bloodied and overall in a desperate circumstance. With a cuban accent (but speaking French), Bozzo is attempting to assure himself.
Bozzo:
(mumbling)
"I’ve stood my ground. My head is held high. People see I am right, as usual! These dorks don’t know a replica wheel from their ****! Regardless, I place my faith in my own knowledge, talent and fortitude that I am here bestowing my omnipotent knowledge of all things alloy."
Moves over to a lowered 4-door Mercedes-Benz.
Bozzo:
(kneeling by the front wheel of a re-badged W124)
“You, my precious, have been my partner, friend and confidant. Only you know where I’ve been…the pain I’ve endured….the mistakes I’ve made. Woe is me….CONFOUNDED OFFSETS!”
Suddenly, a visitor approaches…holding a large box and evidently laboring under the weight of carrying such a mass. The man is young…just 17…but very handsome Bozzo thinks.
Bozzo:
(addressing the new kid)
“Sup n00b? I highly suggest you address me with proper grammar!”
Art G.:
(ready to drop the heavy box)
“Mr. Bozzo? I need your help! I’ve got these wheels here, but have some questions about whether I got a good deal or even if they’ll fit! Could you….WOULD you, help me?”
Bozzo:
(obviously annoyed at the intrusion, quips back this time in his best East Indian accent)
“Boy! Drop that Replica! I’m allergic to inferior quality look-alikes. I DEMAND you remove that sub-par specimen from my presence, AT ONCE! You Americans are all the same….FTW!”
(Bozzo rolls his eyes at Art G.)
Art G:
(sheepishly lays down the box, and closes the lid)
“I am sorry. You see, I got these ‘Borinser’ wheels at a great price and wanted your advice.”
………….to be continued…….
Scene one:
Fade in.
Our fearless sword fighter is exhausted, bloodied and overall in a desperate circumstance. With a cuban accent (but speaking French), Bozzo is attempting to assure himself.
Bozzo:
(mumbling)
"I’ve stood my ground. My head is held high. People see I am right, as usual! These dorks don’t know a replica wheel from their ****! Regardless, I place my faith in my own knowledge, talent and fortitude that I am here bestowing my omnipotent knowledge of all things alloy."
Moves over to a lowered 4-door Mercedes-Benz.
Bozzo:
(kneeling by the front wheel of a re-badged W124)
“You, my precious, have been my partner, friend and confidant. Only you know where I’ve been…the pain I’ve endured….the mistakes I’ve made. Woe is me….CONFOUNDED OFFSETS!”
Suddenly, a visitor approaches…holding a large box and evidently laboring under the weight of carrying such a mass. The man is young…just 17…but very handsome Bozzo thinks.
Bozzo:
(addressing the new kid)
“Sup n00b? I highly suggest you address me with proper grammar!”
Art G.:
(ready to drop the heavy box)
“Mr. Bozzo? I need your help! I’ve got these wheels here, but have some questions about whether I got a good deal or even if they’ll fit! Could you….WOULD you, help me?”
Bozzo:
(obviously annoyed at the intrusion, quips back this time in his best East Indian accent)
“Boy! Drop that Replica! I’m allergic to inferior quality look-alikes. I DEMAND you remove that sub-par specimen from my presence, AT ONCE! You Americans are all the same….FTW!”
(Bozzo rolls his eyes at Art G.)
Art G:
(sheepishly lays down the box, and closes the lid)
“I am sorry. You see, I got these ‘Borinser’ wheels at a great price and wanted your advice.”
………….to be continued…….
Last edited by Chappy; Mar 13, 2007 at 10:46 AM.
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Nice work, except if it's a screenplay, you can lose the Act 1 Act 2, etc....you should start with
EXT Day , battlefield- ES of Bozzo (clever haha), our leader, popping those curiously strong mints...
EXT Day , battlefield- ES of Bozzo (clever haha), our leader, popping those curiously strong mints...
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