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Should I buy these Wheels?

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Old 04-07-09, 05:17 AM
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Came across an ad on Craigslist for these 18" wheels including tires for short money.

245/40/18

What you guys think about them?
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Old 04-07-09, 05:49 AM
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Not a big fan...
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Old 04-07-09, 07:19 AM
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LOL...that's my impression as well but considering the price of $350 for wheels and tires....it makes you reconsider.
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Save your $350 and put it towards better wheels. Trust me, something better will come along.
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Something better always comes along...with the exception of offers on my house...it seems to only get lower.
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hahahahahah!
Old 04-07-09, 07:30 AM
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lol

i dont like the wheels, you probably wouldnt be happy with 18's..
Old 04-07-09, 10:00 AM
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I don't like the look of the wheels and don't think they would look good on your GS.
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Looks like something that belongs on a Ricer Honda or Acura...
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If your on a bugget. Why not just spend the money on better quallity tires for your ride till you save enough $$$. 18's tires will coast you more if anything was to happen.

Do it right the first time
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It sounds like a pretty good deal. Do a search for some member (can't remember) with 18" Lowenharts. Those wheels appear to be a copy of that style so it should probably be similar to what those wheels would look like on your car.
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Not a big fan, not even on the Z. I'd move on.
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ok i may have overexaggerated ..... you get the hint
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Wow...tough crowd....point well taken.

I guess I'll have to save up for the MRR HR2s or bite the bullet and take some heat from the wife for a few days. If you buy it and can't return it oh....sorry no refunds.


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