jacob Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 I have to replace my stock 17 inch 2.5 Legacy Limited wheels/tires because they were stolen from my garage. I'm currently running 16 inch with snow tires. I've been looking around and wondering how the price/quality relationship holds for aftermarket wheels. There are a lot of options on Tire Rack or Discount Tire for rims and I'm just not sure at what price point the quality would be equivalent to the OEM rims. Lots of brands, too--Konig, Drag, Momo, etc. Does anyone have suggestions as to the price range I should pay for quality, vs. just for show? I'm not looking for anything flashy; I just would like something roughly equivalent to the wheels that were stolen. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 price doesn't necessarily translate to quality big brand websites doesn't necessarily mean good quality as well Stick to bigger/major brands like Enkei in their Racing and Tuning series (not the other stuff) Be prepared to spend at least $1000 on wheels only and who the hell steals OEM wheels...damn those low life bastards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesedil Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Crazy thought, but how much are OEM replacements? You could probably find some used OEM's for sale here on the site, unless you're already sold on aftermarket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimyJoeBob Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Check out the classifieds. Always seeing deals for wheels and tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimyJoeBob Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 http://legacygt.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/member-classifieds-wheels-and-tires-71.html That will also give you an idea of prices. At least for used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero1 Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 I have a friend who is trying to sell his 08 spec B wheels here in KC. If you're interested shoot me a PM and I'll have him get in touch with you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Enkeis are going for $104 for 17x7.5, available as: Enkei Performance Sesto Finish: Bright Sil w/Mach Lip OR Gunmetal w/Mach Lip. If they were super light, then the gravity cast construction would be concerning, but they weigh 22 lbs, so are basically the same as stock rim weight so I would assume would be strong enough and Enkei is a well known and respected brand. Less than $500 for a brand new set of rims is excellent IMHO... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Enkei Performance line is their cheapest line...wheels are not made up to the same standard... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Ah, bummer... Still, 22 lbs for a 17x7.5 cast wheel I would think makes it sturdy enough as stock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 OEM wheels are made to a MUCH higher standard than aftermarket, even though they are all made by Enkei... My company started supplying wheels for Toyota, and it's annoying... as for the weight, given the same size and similar spoke design, OEM will always be lighter due to not having to account of different offset and bolt pattern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 These go for around $800 shipped from Tirerack 17x8 Enkei Tuning Tenjin DM have you seen these on an LGT yet? http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/18/be3uryva.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 nope dont like the design too much...i think this design looks better in a 15x8 or 16x9 sizing for smaller cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scosocROKKER88 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Always go new with rims Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacob Posted April 18, 2013 Author Share Posted April 18, 2013 Thanks for the tips. I had thought about finding OEM replacements but the cheapest is $170 and they're reconditioned. I was wondering if I could find something better for that price. Should I really avoid used rims? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacob Posted April 18, 2013 Author Share Posted April 18, 2013 and who the hell steals OEM wheels...damn those low life bastards That's what I was thinking. I've been looking on Craigslist to see if they turn up, but no luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drift Motion Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 I sold my OEM wheels for $200 bucks with bald tire...so you can easily find a used set for cheap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 nope dont like the design too much...i think this design looks better in a 15x8 or 16x9 sizing for smaller cars On the pic they look sweet but haven't really seen them on cars installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatInTheDryer Posted April 19, 2013 Share Posted April 19, 2013 Do you have homeowners or rental insurance and is your deductible low enough to offset the replacement cost? Given the price the dealers typically charge for the stock rims it might be worth looking into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacob Posted April 19, 2013 Author Share Posted April 19, 2013 I do, but unfortunately renter's insurance specifically excludes "auto parts". And since they weren't attached to my car at the time of theft, car insurance won't cover them either. Do you have homeowners or rental insurance and is your deductible low enough to offset the replacement cost? Given the price the dealers typically charge for the stock rims it might be worth looking into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njd Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 These go for around $800 shipped from Tirerack 17x8 Enkei Tuning Tenjin DM have you seen these on an LGT yet? http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/18/be3uryva.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 Thanks man . They look sweet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 Njd, You have anymore pics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njd Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 Njd, You have anymore pics? Sure, check post 2903 in the BSM photo thread: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/official-brilliant-silver-thread-1503p194.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 Thanks man they look sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted April 20, 2013 Share Posted April 20, 2013 Those Enkeis look very similar to Volk CE28N-L, minus 1 spoke. Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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