IgottaTLyousomething

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Didn't know where to put this so if mods can help me out. I think this is a
case where a poor choice of keywords and a misspelled part number lead to a surplus and clearing out old inventory.

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-OEM-Set-of-4-Vintage-Acura-Rims-18x8-Offset-55-/371520982261?nav=SEARCH

Didn't believe the price and even called them up to see and it is for (4) wheels. Last I checked they had 10+ sets. Didn't want to post until I ordered mine lol. Good luck to those who jump on these wheels. Sure they'll be gone soon.

thoiboi

18x8.5 is the one that's more coveted after.


Decent price for 18x8 though.

IgottaTLyousomething

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8.5" is nice but with only a 1 year production it's very hard to find, especially good condition. I've seen used 18x8 go for 700-900 depending on color. This is brand new and less than 100/wheel. Am I the only one who thinks this is an amazing deal? Lol

thoiboi

Aren't legit A-Specs +45 offset... this says 55...

IgottaTLyousomething

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I'm assuming it's a typo. The other oem option wheels the seller has has correct offsets in the listing. I wouldn't put a typo pass them since they couldn't get the part number right either.

guitarplayer16

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The picture shows a wheels with no outer lip.
No outer lip means it's an 18x8.5" TL wheel, or RL wheel.

A-Spec wheels should have +45 offset.
The only time it is +55 offset is if it's a TSX wheel. In that case the wheels would be 18x7.5".

The ad listing just doesn't make sense.

IgottaTLyousomething

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Also the seller, magautoparts, is a authorized parts dealer for toyota, vw, and honda. I did research for 3 days to see if it was legit. I'll find out Monday when they come and will keep everyone posted.

Part Number says it's for 2005 tl. They switched the first zero with an "O"

thoiboi

good catch..


What's the bolt pattern, doesn't even say! Did you follow up with them

IgottaTLyousomething

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I understand the description isn't up to par but with the little info I did get I'm very confident these are a specs and for $399 with returns allowed I'm more than happy to take the risk.

thoiboi

not thread crapping, we're just trying to educate; don't want to be spreading misinformation now.



Sure, good luck, OP keep us posted!

IgottaTLyousomething

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I'm not offended. Glad you guys care enough to at least inform me of the little things wrong with the ad and it's description. I just wanted to help others too but anyone planning to buy could definitely wait for mine to come in to be sure

ScoobyTL

Hmm...I really wish they had more information or I would have jump on these. I don't want to deal with the return and have to pay 10% restocking plus shipping them back.

Please update us on Monday

guitarplayer16

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These wheels have no outer lip as seen in the picture.
Again, no outer lip indicates 8.5" aspecs or RL wheels.

Last time someone saw no outer lip they though they found a good deal (similar case here) and bought it only to find out it wouldn't fit on the car.

guitarplayer16

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I just checked and TSX aspecs also don't have a outer lip.

My bet is that these are 18x7.5 +55 wheels

I know for fact these aren't 8" wide TL wheels

Either way, seller messed up the listing and I despise him for confusing the innocents.

ggesq

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Good luck OP but this just screams "too good to be true"

OP call them re: your order and confirm the offset.

AnthraciteTypeS

"This set of rims does not include the wheel itself. Wheel sold separately."

ggesq

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I was wondering about that line too.

guitarplayer16

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08W18-SEP-200D – 05 TL Sparkle Silver

The wheels in the ad listing look gun metal, not sparkle silver.
The wheels in the picture don't have an outer lip which is only made in 2004 (18x8.5 +45), and the part number corresponds to 05-08 wheels (18x8 +45).

So many things wrong with the listing

Sparkle silver, with lip around edge (08W18-SEP-200D):

TacoBello

Yup, I think they are the TSX A-Spec wheels. It wouldn't be the first time I see someone selling TSX A-Specs and calling them TL A-Specs.

nfnsquared

Hmmm, the picture here doesn't show a lip for 08W18-SEP-200D:

ACURA TL ALLOY WHEEL (18") (EPS-R5) 08W18-SEP-200D @ AcuraOEMparts.com - Acura Parts from Delray Acura

guitarplayer16

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That's just a stock image they used

We all know TL wheels never came in +55 offset, or 18x8" with a lip.

The picture they used may be wrong, but even the specs are wrong also.

Right now it really just boils down to what the seller has, and only one way to find out

IgottaTLyousomething

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The lack/incorrect info didn't scare me away, infact it may have helped me get the wheels at the price. I'm banking on the reputation of the company and the part# for the legitimacy of the wheels. I'll update everyone as soon as the wheels come in, everyone has me worried/anxious now lol. Plus, if it's not for a TL, I can make a case for them to refund my shipping and any other cost since the listing stated the wrong part#.

guitarplayer16

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Good luck, let us know the specs on the back of the wheel

nfnsquared

Yeah, I emailed them asking for a picture of the embossed part #. We'll see.

Good luck, OP! If these are the actual 08W18-SEP-200D's, then I'm probably going to snag 2 sets.

nfnsquared

No reply so far....

IgottaTLyousomething

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According to FedEx I should receive the wheels by Saturday. Expect an update that night as I'll be at work all day wishing I was home.

nfnsquared

Go home on lunch break and check the part #, then post it here

TL-GIXXER

Not so sure I trust that seller

ScoobyTL

18 sets available so I will wait for the update to order it.

guitarplayer16

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OP please dont disappear - we're all anxious

IgottaTLyousomething

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I'm not going anywhere. I was very active on the lexus forums when I owned my IS300 for the past 7 years. And if there's 18 sets left then someone must've bought a set besides me. As far as the seller goes if it were Joe shmoe from podunk Louisiana I'd be skeptical but this is a full fledged parts supplier that's been around for quite a while.

nfnsquared

He finally replied today. Here's the reply. It sort of helps....

"Good morning, I just called my parts manager about the offset of these wheels and the offset is 45 that was an error on our end. The color is a Smooth chrome finish, unfortunately, they are not a sparkling silver. As for as the number on the back of the wheel goes, that number would not be a part number it would be a manufacturer identification number which is only for the manufacturer."

and my reply:

"Thanks for the clarification on the offset! However, the OEM part # is indeed embossed on the wheel. The part # that you listed is for sparkling silver but that's not what you have pictured. That's why I m asking you to post a picture of the embossed part #..."

IgottaTLyousomething

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Just realized that he changed the listing title to +45 offset. Must've gotten an email from one of you to double check. Thanks

IgottaTLyousomething

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I'll take any finish but chrome..no offense to people with chrome lol

guitarplayer16

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Okay, so that's one thing cleared up...

His listing is probably for 18x8 +45 "chrome look"



In that case, his picture is wrong and misleading.

IgottaTLyousomething

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I think the employee who was in charge of the listing didn't know jack about car parts. If you read the description in the company's other wheel listings he describes almost all the wheels as "smooth chrome finish" even though some, like the Honda Silverstars, are obviously gunmetal.

TL-GIXXER

I think at 18X8 even in chrome, they'd look awesome. What size tires to run though on a stock height TL?

I may grab them, even in the chrome

TL-GIXXER

I'm so tempted to click the buy button now.... I want some more info....

guitarplayer16

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Factory tire specs are 235/40/18.

Most people including myself run 245/40/18.

On lowered cars people run 225/40/18 to avoid rubbing.

nfnsquared

Yeah, I'm just waiting for another picture from the vendor and/or pictures from the OP. At $100/wheel, you can't beat that price. That's cheaper than my 17" MSW's that I bought from TireRack for my winter tires. Like I said, I'm gonna snag 2 sets for dedicated summer/winter tires