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Found 19's for cheap, what are your thoughts?

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Old 03-05-13, 09:18 AM
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Default Found 19's for cheap, what are your thoughts?

Found some guy selling these rims brand new for $650. They look decent and priced well. Please dont respond with "you get what you pay for" "one piece wheels are not cool" etc. I just want your general opinion on the rims, fitment, etc. I have a 06 is350 black Sport edition, stock height, gfx kit.



ITEM DESCRIPTION:

4 Brand New MKS 19 Inches 8.5J ET38 Front / 9.5J ET40 Rear 5x114.3 Hyper Gunmetal Staggered Deep Lip Wheels

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Brand: MKS Wheels

Diameter: 19 inches

Width: 8.5J offset 38 front 1.5" lip
9.5J offset 40 rear 3" lip

Offsets: ET 38 front / ET 40 rear

Bolt pattern: 5x114.3

Centerbore: 60.1/73.1
(hub centric rings included)

Finish: Hyper Gunmetal
(w/ Powder Clear Coating)

Certifications: JWL / VIA

Weight: 24lbs front, 25lbs rear

Max Load: 690 kg / each wheel





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Package include:

4 MKS 19" wheels (8.5Jx2 , 9.5Jx2)

4 new valve stems with metal valve stem caps

4 MKS wheel center caps

4 hub centric rings



Compatible with OEM TPMS
(Tire-pressure monitoring system)
Old 03-05-13, 09:20 AM
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those look like BBS RS's.

if you need fitment advice, there's a "will these wheels fit" thread.
Old 03-05-13, 11:24 AM
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That's pretty cheap for some decent looking 19s. Just remember that 19" tires are not as common as 18" or 20" tires, so expect to spend close to 800 on tires.
Old 03-05-13, 11:36 AM
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Well you should buy what you like. Doesn't matter what we think. If you don't ask people to dress you then same goes with modding your car. But I will say make sure they clear your 350 calipers up front.
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Originally Posted by sm1ke
That's pretty cheap for some decent looking 19s. Just remember that 19" tires are not as common as 18" or 20" tires, so expect to spend close to 800 on tires.
+1 What I was thinking pretty much. If you're on a budget for the wheels, just know the above is true. Good 19" tire's aren't cheap.
Old 03-05-13, 11:56 AM
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Ha - I just saw those today and was going to ask about them. Couldn't find much info on them except for a post on the e90 forum (see link).

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=723176


I would be interested to know more about what they are made of and how they are made etc - you should get all the info you can from the seller.
Old 03-05-13, 12:06 PM
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As long as they clear your brakes, they seem like they would look great. Give them a shot.
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They are pretty nice.
Offsets will fit good for no rubbing but I dont know if the spoke design will help clear the IS350 brakes or not.
I am running 19"s as well.
I got my off brand tires pretty cheap.

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+38 offset for the front shouldn't have any brake clearance problem
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Thanks fellas. I wasnt worried about fitment, just wanted the input in terms of tires, 19's, etc. He quoted me nexen n3000 tires + rims +Mount and balance for $1400 out the door. He said he doesnt get a good deal on tires, just rims. I purchased a set of rims from him YEARS ago for my Porsche (Miro Alt-A) threw some Porsche center caps (knock offs) and LOVED the rims especially for the price. They were one piece as well. The reason why I was leaning towards these is because they are cheap and look decent. Now the question is...do I want to spend the $$$ lol.
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Looks good similar to bbs rims. Go for it if you dig it!
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Originally Posted by supralative
They are pretty nice.
Offsets will fit good for now rubbing but I dont know if the spoke design will help clear the IS350 brakes or not.
I am running 19"s as well.
I got my off brand tires pretty cheap.
What tires did you get? And from where?
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I just dug around some more and noticed they have a black face, polished lip, 18's for $599!? I could use my stock tires and slap them on....
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They don't look bad, it seems like it might be a good deal but that's up to you
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I like them. If the price is right for you just get them.


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