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Old 07-14-2013, 08:03 PM
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Why wouldn't you get replica wheels?
Just found those CLS style wheels,
Is there anything I should be worried about buying replicas?
Are they less durable?
Heavier?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/18-AMG-Wheels-Rims-Fit-Mercedes-C230-C240-C280-/160960814935?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item257a031f57
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As cracky (yes that's the technical term) as the OEM wheels are you can't go wrong with the reps. Plenty of members here have those as well with out issue.
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The ones you posted wont be concave when they arrive.
Nothing wrong with reps it they're made right.
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Originally Posted by SterlingE55
As cracky (yes that's the technical term) as the OEM wheels are you can't go wrong with the reps. Plenty of members here have those as well with out issue.
True, I've had more problems with OEM MB wheels than aftermarket ones.
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I had a trouble with an OEM wheels either,

but we can't positively sure about that, when go with an used set, it may rebuilt or remanufactured badly....!!

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Originally Posted by E55Dimon
The ones you posted wont be concave when they arrive.
Nothing wrong with reps it they're made right.
can you explain it please?
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I dunno if my wheels are OEM but when I accidentaly put some tire shine on one of them, the paint on the wheel cracked and started peeling off
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Originally Posted by Carterhkrs
can you explain it please?
The replica CLS's aren't concave like the real thing. I had the oem concave ones and saw these in person - no concave.
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Originally Posted by Carterhkrs
I dunno if my wheels are OEM but when I accidentaly put some tire shine on one of them, the paint on the wheel cracked and started peeling off
I doubt you have OEM then...

Only thing bad about buying replica rims is most are made by companies that do not certify the rim strength....As such you could have a problem....That said, you could probably find a vendor / members on here that could point you in the right direction...
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Originally Posted by E55Dimon
The replica CLS's aren't concave like the real thing. I had the oem concave ones and saw these in person - no concave.
damn thats sad, was about to order these already
flats gonna look ugly
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