what should I ask for wheels?
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what should I ask for wheels?
As the title states
What should I expect to collect for these 2011 18 inch AMG wheels that I had powder coated? Less than 5000 miles on them and SPOTLESS, literally not a scratch on them!
any input welcome
What should I expect to collect for these 2011 18 inch AMG wheels that I had powder coated? Less than 5000 miles on them and SPOTLESS, literally not a scratch on them!
any input welcome
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1953 300 Adenauer, 1971 300 SEL 6.3, 1975 600, 1978 450 6.9
In general, I've found that wheels don't bring nearly what they are worth. There is currently a set of AMG wheels (like yours but not powdercoated) with new Conti rubber for $1950 which would bring the cost of the actual wheels to well under $1k.
Powdercoating brings up several questions in the non-modders eyes who may like the look.
How much damage was done to the wheels before they were powdercoated? Was it so bad that they couldn't be repaired to the original paint and polish?
How durable is the powdercoating? Will it start flaking off?
The modder, OTOH, is going to look for a bargain unless yo find just that guy who has been looking for just those black wheels.
I know that in the BMW world, every powdercoated wheel had a sordid history. I realize that isn't the case here but will the potential buyer know.
Long story short - I don't think that the powdercoating is going to add any value, so you might want to do some eBay searches for completed sales.
Good luck with the sale. I know that isn't what you wanted to hear.
Powdercoating brings up several questions in the non-modders eyes who may like the look.
How much damage was done to the wheels before they were powdercoated? Was it so bad that they couldn't be repaired to the original paint and polish?
How durable is the powdercoating? Will it start flaking off?
The modder, OTOH, is going to look for a bargain unless yo find just that guy who has been looking for just those black wheels.
I know that in the BMW world, every powdercoated wheel had a sordid history. I realize that isn't the case here but will the potential buyer know.
Long story short - I don't think that the powdercoating is going to add any value, so you might want to do some eBay searches for completed sales.
Good luck with the sale. I know that isn't what you wanted to hear.
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thanx CEB,
I hear what you're saying completely and thanx.....
some very good points that you've made...
I was under the impression that these were nice wheels and
were expensive new: NOT that it justifies a high price today....
but I thought I could get more.......being that they have practically no miles on them and are free of any scratches, and no, they were not ever damaged or PC'ed to hide anything......just wanted them black
was that price you mentioned for the wheels per wheel or for four?
I hear what you're saying completely and thanx.....
some very good points that you've made...
I was under the impression that these were nice wheels and
were expensive new: NOT that it justifies a high price today....
but I thought I could get more.......being that they have practically no miles on them and are free of any scratches, and no, they were not ever damaged or PC'ed to hide anything......just wanted them black
was that price you mentioned for the wheels per wheel or for four?
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Yeah, it was a set of 4. Check your PM for the listing. Single wheels go for under $200 each 
.
I've been trying to sell a pristine set of rare 9 spoke Audi RS-6 wheels for a couple of years - no luck.
Wheels are a pain to sell - expensive, everybody wants them for nothing and a b*tch to ship.
.I've been trying to sell a pristine set of rare 9 spoke Audi RS-6 wheels for a couple of years - no luck.
Wheels are a pain to sell - expensive, everybody wants them for nothing and a b*tch to ship.
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that's true, everyone does want 'stuff' for nothing........
I guess I'm just sad the wheels are not that desirable.....
wow, that's a long time to try and sell some wheels........reminds me of that stupid diffuser I still have from Vorsteiner haha
I guess I'm just sad the wheels are not that desirable.....
wow, that's a long time to try and sell some wheels........reminds me of that stupid diffuser I still have from Vorsteiner haha
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1953 300 Adenauer, 1971 300 SEL 6.3, 1975 600, 1978 450 6.9
Problem is that it just takes the right guy who is looking for those wheels to make a sale.
You need to stress that the wheels never were repaired and you just wanted them black.
From a dealer they are what $1500 each? So a guy who wants them black might just pay a premium (say $3000) for a pristine set that he just needs to mount and go.
Me, I'd rather pay a bit more than go through the hassle of finding a reputable powdercoating place and hoping that it gets done right.
Be careful with eBay pricing too - lots of "AMG type" wheels out there - made in China with the corresponding quality controls.
You need to stress that the wheels never were repaired and you just wanted them black.
From a dealer they are what $1500 each? So a guy who wants them black might just pay a premium (say $3000) for a pristine set that he just needs to mount and go.
Me, I'd rather pay a bit more than go through the hassle of finding a reputable powdercoating place and hoping that it gets done right.
Be careful with eBay pricing too - lots of "AMG type" wheels out there - made in China with the corresponding quality controls.
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Hype: One of the real issues with selling used wheels is that many wheels may be out of round. No one wants to by a set of wheels only to end up with vibration issues. I would take the wheels to a tire shop and have them measure the wheels so you can offer some assurance that the wheels have not been bent. I have seen really out of round wheels that look perfect.
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I've sold 5 sets of wheels in the past 4 years, do not expect to get more than half of the value of what you paid when they were new(this leads to a faster sale,less hassle).. Im assuming these are OEM.. the way I see it is for a average set of wheels(1 piece cast alum) nothing special, 20" your looking at $250-300/wheel new. That's something to compare to, anyway id say $200/wheel would get those sold quickly. good luck
