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Old 07-05-2008 | 05:18 PM
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ASpec rims... would you buy?

Hey guys I want 18"s and I've been looking at the RJ Legend GTs... but I came across this today on CraigsList and the guy only lives 10 mins from me.

They look like the ASpec Gun Metal rims. He claims they are flawless. They come wrapped in Yoko Advan's (not sure on the specs) but 2/4 tires need to be replaced. The other 2 have ~5k miles on them. The rims themselves have ~10k miles on them.

He's asking $650.

Heres the link if you wanna see for yourself.
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/pts/743562536.html

He said the 2 tires that need to be replaced blew out or the sidewall is cracked, with no damage to the actual rim.

Haven't checked them out yet. Anything in particular to look out for? Hows the pricing? Gonna see them on Monday.
Old 07-05-2008 | 05:24 PM
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That's a helluva good deal! Go get them....NOW!
Old 07-05-2008 | 05:37 PM
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^+1.... run out and get them asap!!!!! Its a steal.....
Old 07-05-2008 | 06:46 PM
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I'd go get them now...
Old 07-05-2008 | 06:54 PM
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super deal. if they're not already sold... get 'em asap!
Old 07-05-2008 | 07:42 PM
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i agree one hell of a deal, what u waiting FOR!! oh and post pics when u get them!
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$650 with tires is a steal. get them right away. looks to be they are 18x8.5" too
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HAHAHA OK OK guys! Chiiiiiiill

They are mine unless I tell him otherwise.

Guess I gotta get $650 in cash Monday and my RJs will have to wait. I'll see how I like these.

How much would you guys pay for only the rims?
Old 07-06-2008 | 10:36 AM
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Well, since 2 of the tires are scrap...I didn't even factor them into the equation. I think that $650 for the wheels alone is a super deal, so 2 good tires included is a bonus.
Old 07-06-2008 | 12:12 PM
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go get them, i saw a guy on craigslist awhile ago selling the same things but with all newer tires for 800. didnt have the money at the time and im still kicking myself in the ass
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Waiting to check em out tomorrow evening... I'll take pictures when I get them on my car. Gotta order 2 tires first.
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BTW, tires are Yoko 235 ZR18s. Good tires? I assume these are the Yoko Advans? 235/40/ZR18s?

Whats the best place to get these?
Old 07-07-2008 | 12:29 AM
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ditch the tires and look for a better all season alternative imo; besides, you drive around Chi town....UGH (i hate driving around chicago LOL)

but i'd keep those two in the rear and just get two new front tires, for now at least
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^ Thinking of just buying 4 new tires and selling these 2.
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Whats in these bags??


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you got them!! congrats bro
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Congrats on the steal of the year and buying 4 new tires would be the wise thing to do.
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insane deal man!!!!!
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Congrats on the rims. That was a steal.
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No more DSLR so my cell phone will have to do.

Aspec rims



Remaining tread on 2 tires



Yokohama AVS ES100 235/40ZR18 95W



With those 2 tires still with decent tread, can I just replace the other 2 with all-seasons and put them in the front? Or should I buy 4 new ones and put thes up in the Black Market? What would you guys recommend? I've been looking at Falken 452s. They have them priced at $159.99/tire so... $320-$15 (coupon) + tax. What do you guys think?

The other tires they have are Sonar SX-1, Sonar SX-1 EVO and Mich Pilot Sport P2
Old 07-07-2008 | 10:28 PM
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OK I have Discounttire by me too so I have more options

Anything on this page look good?
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/sea...35&ar=40&rd=18
Old 07-08-2008 | 09:23 AM
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Nice!!....you Defintely Got A Steal!!!
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I need tires first! Help me out
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=183723
Old 07-08-2008 | 05:21 PM
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Get a set of Yoko S-Drives!

Sweet deal!
Old 07-08-2008 | 06:51 PM
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ahhhh im so jealous you lucky bastard! ive been looking for a good price for those wheels and you got it!
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If I get bored of them or REALLY want my RJs, I'll PM you first
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so are they 18x8.5" or 18x8" ?? they seem to be in good condition
anways what a deal... i paid almost $1300 shipped brand new. damn expensive compared to yours
Old 07-08-2008 | 07:22 PM
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dammm sickk deal...if u dont want em u could always sell em for probably more than u bought em for and then get ur RJs! lol
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I'm super impatient so... here they are!






And before any of you say "droooooooooooooooooop", I'm looking for a quality (cheap) shop to install my Eibachs.

Hope you like them!
Old 07-08-2008 | 10:38 PM
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Damn I kept going back and forth on Craigslist contemplating the purchase of these...you beat me to it! He needs to take that listing off!!! Anyways, congrats on the rims. They were a steal, but just not a major priority of mine as of right now. Looks great on your car
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Haha I saw them on Saturday, called him immediately and bought them on Monday.

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Old 07-08-2008 | 10:50 PM
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drop it like its hot! lol......what eibachs do u have? the pro kit? how much were they and what are shops going to charge you bro? i am looking for them as well but dont want to pay a lot for installation...GL
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Eibach Pro Kit. Dunno how much they were... the guy who sold me the car was gonna install them but never got around to them.

A bunch of AZers were saying ~$200 to get them installed. A shop by me wanted $360!!!
Old 07-08-2008 | 11:56 PM
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Lets trade my RJ legends for your Aspecs. JK or am I!! Anyways was the condition of the rims like he said they where. And man you got one hell of a deal. LUCKY
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I want the black ones with red lip. Got those??

Yeah condition was pretty excellent. Some small rock chips but the rims were refinished and cleaned.
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you got 'em!!! congrats!!!
Old 07-09-2008 | 10:52 AM
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Is it me, or the gap is unusually huge? With my stock tl-s rims, I can put only a few fingers in between tire and fender...but here I can put a whole freaken elbow..

What am I missing here?
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^ Not sure....

Anyway, I've had the rims on for a day. I feel like they look pretty stock... maybe I'll like them more after my drop but I have a feeling I won't be holding onto these for very long.

Guess when you have your heart set on something, you're not happy til you have them (RJs!!)
Old 07-09-2008 | 11:37 PM
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I think 75% sure I'm gonna sell these. I'll wait til after my drop to see... so far this is the list of interested AZers:

1. imj0257
2. phambam


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