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Old 08-30-11, 12:29 PM
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Default Place to buy Lexus stock 18 inch wheels

Can anyone recommend a decent place in the city to get Lexus stock 18 inch wheels? I checked eBay and craigslist. This is mY first time buying wheels. I like the volk TE 37s but they're expensive lol. My budget will probably be $600-$1000

Thanks in advanced, also open to suggestions...

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Old 08-30-11, 01:35 PM
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Really, I recommend saving up for aftermarket wheels, b/c finding used Lexus wheels will be very hard. Your bet bet is the classifieds on here. The only places that sell used stock wheels are junkyards and I don't know of any...

Again, I say save for aftermarket wheels. Much nicer, get what you want, and probably lighter than stock wheels.
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Stock will be hard.... Around here ppl like to keep them and use them for winter tires
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^^^ You're right. I do that to mines too.
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Thanks for the comments. Can everyone give me some brands so I can get started with my research? Lol. I know I can google but I rather talk to you guys who actually know about wheels lol.

Thanks again.

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Just post a thread in the wheel classifieds here on CL. Finding stock wheels is rarely an issue.
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Ok thanks 97-SC300! Will do.

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i have a friend selling stock IS350 wheels. Let me know if your interested in that
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There is a guy in classifieds from indiana selling stock 06 18s. Check it out
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Originally Posted by EDouble79
Thanks for the comments. Can everyone give me some brands so I can get started with my research? Lol. I know I can google but I rather talk to you guys who actually know about wheels lol.

Thanks again.

E Double
Your best bet is to stop at a shop and look at wheels in person. They look much nicer in person. As for brands, you really have to ask yourself first how much you're willing to spend. There are cheap brands and there are expensive brands. If you're wanting to spend $1K, then it will be a really no-name brand in a smaller size. If you're willing to spend over $3-4K then you're in the nice brand category (Volks, Work, Weds, etc). To be honest, I don't recommend going to a wheel shop if you're limited to $1K. Google would be better.

Oh, the example prices I've referenced are without tires. Hope this gives you perspective, as you decide.
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I would suggest to look at our vendor section and see what you like and them post back and Im sure one of us can tell you if they are worth purchasing. There are plenty of styles and mfg's to choose from with all of our vendors.

I would suggest to look for a used set in the classified section "or" save a few more dollars and go with the new vossen rims. Look great on the Lexus line up
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Thanks form the input. Will do.

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