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Long-term quality of replica LFA wheels

Old 02-25-14, 05:25 PM
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Default Long-term quality of replica LFA wheels

Hello CL,

I'm contemplating a new set of rims, and I really like the look of the replica LFA wheels. I've done some search regarding the quality of these, but there is nothing conclusive long-term.

Please share your experience including the SIZE (18" or 19") and COLOR (silver, hyper silver/black, gunmetal, white, black) of the wheels you have. Thanks!

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Old 02-26-14, 01:05 AM
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You might wanna check niche targa.
Old 02-26-14, 09:03 AM
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I am interested in knowing as well.... Look forward to seeing some more responses
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I'm picking up my car today from getting them put on (19" hyper black). I'll let you know in a few months.

Wheel shop sent pic:

http://postimg.org/image/87fmbx48x/
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Drove on my 19" Hyper Black for about a year with no problems. I hit quite a few pot holes as well and there were no bends or cracks.

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I would like to see the black ones on a Sgm color. Where would be a good company to buy from.
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I can vouch quality is legit. Had mine for 2 years now no issues. Hit a pothole not too long ago and barely bent the lip and had it fixed. My buddy has Vossen cv5s on his Audi A5 and was driving behind me and cracked his.


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Originally Posted by daileycon
I'm picking up my car today from getting them put on (19" hyper black). I'll let you know in a few months.

Wheel shop sent pic:

http://postimg.org/image/87fmbx48x/
Looks nice!! Who makes these?

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Wow your car looks nice. The LFA wheels you have are from Lexus or Ebay replica? That diffuser looks sick!!! How did you install it and how much was the labor cost? I'm trying to add this on my ISs.

Originally Posted by RDIS250AWD
I can vouch quality is legit. Had mine for 2 years now no issues. Hit a pothole not too long ago and barely bent the lip and had it fixed. My buddy has Vossen cv5s on his Audi A5 and was driving behind me and cracked his.

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Originally Posted by FSportIS
Wow your car looks nice. The LFA wheels you have are from Lexus or Ebay replica? That diffuser looks sick!!! How did you install it and how much was the labor cost? I'm trying to add this on my ISs.
Labor cost me nothing but materials since I did the work thanks dude and I doubt anyone would buy actual LFA wheels they would cost more than a 3 piece forged wheels. These are reps
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Your install looks damn clean. Did you mold or 3M tape it?? The fitment on mine sucks and I'm still talking with the installer to see what is the best and cheapest option. Can you shed some light on this?

Also, for everyone, how much are these 19 in LFA rep wheels and where can you guys get them for good prices? Ebay or vender?

Originally Posted by RDIS250AWD
Labor cost me nothing but materials since I did the work thanks dude and I doubt anyone would buy actual LFA wheels they would cost more than a 3 piece forged wheels. These are reps
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Originally Posted by FSportIS
Your install looks damn clean. Did you mold or 3M tape it?? The fitment on mine sucks and I'm still talking with the installer to see what is the best and cheapest option. Can you shed some light on this?

Also, for everyone, how much are these 19 in LFA rep wheels and where can you guys get them for good prices? Ebay or vender?
thanks man I' molded itgot mine for a little bit over 700 don't know how much exactly been awhile
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Nice I like the Ebay ones.
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niche targa looks very similar and looks pretty nice too
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I have these on my 06 Gs 430 and 2 out of 4 have hairline cracks around the lip no other damage (MFG Defect BAD CAST) I have had them less then a year and the company that manufactures them will not warranty them, the rep called me a bad driver lol My OEM wheels don't have cracks like this and those where on the car for years. I WOULD NOT BUY THESE WHEELS.
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